doretha caldwell: The Clever agent
- 11/04/10 06:51 PM
A broker was dismayed when a brand new real estate office much like his own opened up next door and erected a huge sign which read ‘BEST AGENTS.’ He was horrified when another competitor opened up on his right, and announced its arrival with an even larger sign, reading ‘LOWEST COMMISSIONS.’ The broker panicked, until he got an idea. He put the biggest sign of all over his own real estate office. It read: ‘MAIN ENTRANCE.
You got to say he was definitely thinking outside of the box.
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doretha caldwell: Trauma Free Homebuying Tips
- 11/03/10 04:37 PM
Most of us buy only a few homes in our lifetime and it is usually one of the biggest investment being made. This often becomes a very scary and emotional thing for many people. The List below can help you to take some of the scariness out of it. By employing some of the steps listed below you can overcome the fear and are able to think more clearly and make sensible decisions in your homebuying efforts.
1. Find a real estate professional who’s sympathetic to your needs and concerns. Homebuying is not only a big financial commitment, but also … (0 comments)
doretha caldwell: The Fantastic Deal
- 11/02/10 03:59 PM
This one had me in tears, I had to share it. I hope you enjoy. One Sunday afternoon a couple sees an ad in the paper. They can't believe their eyes. There is a house in the paper for $1000 that is in the nicest part of town. We are talking about a Highland Park mansion for $1000. They think this has to be a misprint, but decide to call anyway. They say to lady the who answers we saw your ad, and realize it is a misprint correct. She tells them no it's not & you are actually the first … (5 comments)
doretha caldwell: Is It A Good Time to Move-Up?
- 11/01/10 04:58 PM
A very common question asked by those who are thinking about Moving-Up would be " Is the Time Right for Me to Move-Up." According to NAR ( The National Association of REALTORS) the following are questions to ask when you are trying to evaluate whether a larger home or to a more desireable location is right for you now. If you can answer yes to most of them, this could be a strong indication that the time is right.
1. Have you built substantial equity in your current home? Look at your annual mortgage statement or call your lender to … (2 comments)
doretha caldwell: Fayetteville NC-Selling A Home..... Are You Preventing Your Home from Being Sold?
- 10/28/10 09:35 PM
You have made the decision to sell your Fayetteville, NC home and feel like you have done everything to make that happend. Weeks, months, and more months have passed and nothing, not even a peep of a showing. The local market is hot, so what could be wrong? Well, it is possible that you could be the culprilt in sabotaging your own goals and not realize it. Have you put enough effort and thought into these areas listed below. If not, the sad result could be you preventing your home from selling. Put the time and effort into these areas … (0 comments)
After three years of work on the rewriting of Fayetteville's zoning, subdivision and development codes into a unified ordinance, the Fayetteville Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend the changes. Next step, to the City Council. This will be done next month. The new ordinances are expected to provide the guidelines for many years on things such as sidewalks and how streets are layed out in new neighborhoods. As a result of some upset and complaints from developers and home builders stemming from anticpated higher construction costs associated with the new ordinances. City planners responded by making some changes to … (0 comments)
doretha caldwell: A Fayetteville NC Realtor's Secrets To Selling Your Home For Top Dollar
- 10/26/10 06:40 PM
You are looking to sell your home and are becoming increasingly discouraged at the idea when you consider all the competition. You wonder, how do I get noticed in this sea of For Sale Signs Signs? How do I go from "FOR SALE" To "SOLD" as quickly as possible. To answer these questions take a look at a Fayetteville NC REALTOR's secrets to Selling Your home quickly and for Top Dollar. Some of the Secrets are as follows:
1. Use a quality camera to get quality photos. This one is very important. Your pictures will be what represent that … (1 comments)
Ingredients *6 cups apple cider * 1/4 cup real maple syrup * 2 cinnamon sticks * 6 whole cloves * 6 whole allspice berries * 1 orange peel, cut into strips * 1 lemon peel, cut into strips Directions 1. Pour the apple cider and maple syrup into a large stainless steel saucepan. 2. Place the cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice berries, orange peel and lemon peel in the center of a washed square of cheesecloth; fold up the … (4 comments)
doretha caldwell: Feng Shui Concepts to Help a Home Sell
- 10/21/10 05:08 PM
To put the best face on a listing and appeal to buyers who follow feng shui principles, keep these tips in mind. 1. Pay special attention to the front door, which is considered the “mouth of chi” (chi is the “life force” of all things) and one of the most powerful aspects of the entire property. Abundance, blessings, opportunities, and good fortune enter through the front door. It’s also the first impression buyers have of how well the sellers have taken care of the rest of the property. Make sure the area around the front door is swept clean, free of … (4 comments)
doretha caldwell: Selling Your House...Staging Priorities ....Should-Dos and Nice-To-Dos
- 10/19/10 02:42 PM
In yesterday's Post I gave a list of the Absolute things that I feel a Seller "Must Do" in getting there house Sell Ready. Today I complete the list with the next two groups of priorities. The next groups on our Staging Priorities List include"Should Dos" and "Nice To Dos". They are as follows: Should-Dos 1. Minor Repairs 2. Mechanicals must be in working order 3. Paint in neutral colors 4. Remove dated wallpaper 5. Update lighting 6. Update hardware 7. Replace old carpets & linoleum 8. Focus on curb appeal – don’t forget the outside – first impressions! 9. … (3 comments)
1. Statistics show that staged homes sell 30 to 50% faster in most areas. 2. The first impression a home makes is more often than not the one the buyers walk away with. It is therefore vital to make a good first impression right at the beginning. 3. It’s a well proven fact that buyers usually make up their mind in less than a minute on whether they want a home or not. With that in mind its critical that the outside of your home gets the same attention as the inside. If a buyer likes the home … (5 comments)
After months of contemplating, you have decided to put your house on the market for sale. What is next? Well, if you house is in the most perfect condition, you may just have to clean up a little. However, if you are like most sellers, getting the house ready may require you to do some repairs after a careful inspection and lots of cleaning up. One of the things that I often suggest to sellers is to try to look at their property with the eyes of a potential buyer. This works very well because they are now trying … (4 comments)
doretha caldwell: The Benefits of Using A SRS- Seller Representative Specialist Agent and How to Find One in Fayetteville, NC and Your Area
- 06/07/10 08:33 PM
The Task of Selling a home can be a daunting task for any homeowner. For whatever reason a homeowner may decide to sell, whether it is a divorce, a change of jobs requiring a move, downsizing or the number of countless other reasons, a seller may decide to sell their home, this task can be quite nerving. Home owners often have developed a relationship with their homes. Homes hold treasured memories for the homeowners. A Seller Representaive Specialist (SRS) Agent is one who is trained to address these very issues and many others that are unique to a home seller. This … (0 comments)
doretha caldwell: Buying or Selling Your Fayetteville, Hope Mills, Raeford, or Fort Bragg, NC Home
- 05/27/10 07:32 PM
When you are faced with the very important decision of buying or selling your home, knowing that you have a trusted and knowledgeable agent there by your side to assist you with every step in the buying or selling process will guarantee you a greater peace of mind. As your agent that is my goal, ensuring that all is carried out smoothly from beginning to the end. I like to take a personalized approach to each client’s needs. If you are buying a home, you can expect that I will educate you and provide resources to help you make the best … (0 comments)
A broker was dismayed when a brand new real estate office much like his own opened up next door and erected a huge sign which read ‘BEST AGENTS.’
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