real estate advice: Snow and Holiday Cheer - 12/20/10 07:10 PM
With snow approaching Wisconsin again and Christmas just 4 days away, maybe it is time to slow down and enjoy life this week. Go sleding, make a snowperson, go to a movie, read a book by the fireplace. Call your friends, family, neighbors and some old clients of yours. It is always great to get re-connected with everyone. So slow down and enjoy the moment and guess what? You'll probably dig up some new business in the pocess as well. May the joy of the Holidays be with everyone, no matter what Holiday you and your family are celebrating.
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real estate advice: New Agent Providing Service Excellance - 12/20/10 07:01 PM
Today, we signed up another Realtor to help Exit Realty XL provide excellant service to a fast growing base of clients. Bev Ehley formerly of Prudential Realtors brings her expertise of client service to our office. Bev will be a great addition to our Germantown, Wisconsin office. Bev has been selling Real Estate since 2002. If you or anyone you know is looking to sell or buy a home in Washington County, Waukesha County, Milwaukee County or Ozaukee County in Wisconsin give us a call today. We are eager to help you with all your Real Estate needs.
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real estate advice: 11 Great Reasons to List Your Home during the Holidays - 12/20/10 06:54 PM
11 Great Reasons to List Your Home during the Holidays in Germantown, Wisconsin:
1. People who look for a home during the holidays are more serious buyers.
2. Serious buyers have fewer homes to choose from during the Holidays and less competition mean more money for you.
3. Since the supply of listings will dramatically increase in January, there will be less demand for your particular home. Less demand means less money for you.
4. Houses show better when decorated for the Holidays.
5. Buyers are more emotional during the Holidays so they are more likely to pay … (0 comments)
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real estate advice: 8 Camera Tips to Capture Room's Size in Wisconsin - 12/20/10 12:34 PM
Buyers love spacious homes. Buyers love to look at online property photos. Here are some tips to make your pictures look good.
1) Remove area rugs - Rugs break up the expanse of the floor and can make rooms look smaller.
2) Use a wide-angle lens.
3) Get creative with furniture. Make sure that furniture doesn't block views or walkways so you reveal as much of the floor as possible.
4) Fill up an empty space. Buyers have trouble imagining how their things will fit into an empty room.
5) Use mirrors to your advantage. A reflection in a mirror can … (2 comments)
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real estate advice: 7 Steps to "Safe Selling" that Every Home Seller Should Consider - 12/16/10 02:35 PM
7 Steps to "Safe Selling" that Every Home Seller Should Consider
1) Do an honest, detailed "Sellers Disclosure". Check with your agent and/or attorney for details.
2) Offer a "Home Warranty/Protection Plan" to the buyer of your property.
3) Remove valuable personal property like jewelry, etc... before allowing your home to be shown.
4) Have a lock box system placed on or by the front door. If this is not possible, have some other system to track who shows the property.
5) Have all necessary inspections that can be done before the buyers look at your property. Examples include, but not … (0 comments)
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real estate advice: What are You Doing with Your Real Estate Business? - 12/16/10 02:07 PM
For many Realtors Winter can be a slow time. Well, I hope your Realtor is using the "slower" time to expand their intelligence and expanding their search engine optimization on the internet. Now is the time for Realtors to take the time to look at webinars, read books and read Real Estate related blogs, websites, etc to expand their knowledge. Also, take the time to make sure that all the many websites you are on have the proper search engine optimization information to help your business grow. Take some time out to enjoy the holidays, just don't fall asleep on your … (0 comments)
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real estate advice: 16 Steps to Get Ready for Your Open House - 12/15/10 06:24 PM
16 Steps to Get Ready for Your Open House
1) The front and back lawn should be freshly cut, trimmed and cleared of all debris.
2) Remove any unnecessary items from the front of the house.
3) Remove any dirt from sidewalk or driveway.
4) The front door should be freshly painted, if needed.
5) A colorful container of fresh flowers would be a wise investment for the front entry area.
6) If snow exists, be sure to clear the walkway from the parking area to the front door. Salt for ice if necessary.
7) In the colder months, a roaring … (4 comments)
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real estate advice: Preparing Your Home for Sale - 12/15/10 06:11 PM
Preparing Your Home for Sale
Kitchen and Bathrooms
Kitchen:
Clean and organize all storage space. Avoid clutter, stor small appliances. Clean ventilating hood and exhaust fan. Sink, cabinets and counter tops should be clean and fresh. Waxh and organize cabinets and closets. Bathrooms:
Check all faucets. Repair any dripping faucets. All surfaces should be spotless. Clear off vanity countertops. Replace worn shower curtain(s). Remove all personal care items from sight and store neatly away. Clean and organize drawers and linen closets. Clean and repair calking. Make your house stick out from the crowd takes a lot of little details. Best of … (0 comments)
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real estate advice: 10 Reasons to List Your Home in the Winter - 12/13/10 09:19 PM
10 REASONS TO LIST YOUR HOME DURING THE WINTER in Germantown, Wisconsin
1. Fewer Showings - Yes there are fewer buyers, but those buyers that are left are usually very serious about making a purchase.
2. Less Competition - Most people wait until spring and summer to list their home, which means during the winter you will have far less competition than at any other time of year.
3. Homes Show Better During the Holidays - Buyers love homes that can tell a story. The holidays are a great time to show homes because the home is usually … (1 comments)
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real estate advice: The 8 Interior Items that Buyers REALLY Notice - 12/13/10 09:13 PM
1) Buyers take special notice of light and bright homes. Buy high intensity light bulbs and be sure to clean all light shades and covers.
2) Buyers notice especially clean homes. Do a "Spring Cleaning" throughout...no matter what the season is. Give special attention to the following: windows and screens, counters and appliance tops, mirrors, ovens, sinks, toilets and tub/shower areas.
3) Buyers notice clean windows, freshly laundered drapes and curtains.
4) Buyers notice freshly cleaned carpets and waxed floors. Replace or repair damaged areas of the floor or floor covering.
5) Buyers notice spacious rooms. Arrange furniture and decorations to improve … (0 comments)
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real estate advice: Preparing Your Home for Sale - 12/13/10 08:47 PM
Preparing Your Home for Sale
So often Sellers make sure their house is clean, clutter free and organized; but they forget these areas:
Basement, Attic, Garage
1) Dispose of everything you are not going to move.
2) Pack all items you won't be needing until after the move and arrange neatly, so the exterior walls can be inspected.
3) Basement and attic stairways should be well-lighted and free from clutter.
4) Increase bulb wattage on stairways and in the basement, attic and garage.
5) Basement and attic handrails must be secure.
6) If basement is dark and gloomy, consider painting the ceilings and … (0 comments)
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real estate advice: Moving Checklist for Plants - 12/13/10 08:37 PM
It is best for the plants, if you can transport them in the car. Here are some suggestions for moving your plants:
1) Three weeks before you move, prune back your plants to make them hardier and less bulky for the trip.
2) Two weeks before moving, place your plants in a black plastic bag with a pest/bug strip or pest control powder. Close the bag and place in a cool area overnight. This will kill any pests on the plants or in the soil.
3) The day before your move, place plants in the travel containers. Cardboard boxes are preferable. … (1 comments)
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real estate advice: Moving Checklist for Kids - 12/13/10 08:23 PM
Your children may feel anxious and excited at the thought of a moving adventure. To ensure that they are most comfortable in their new surroundings here are some suggestions:
* Be sure to investigate the local children attractions at your new destination.
* Park District Programs may be available for class enrollment.
* Research the ages of children nearby.
* Assist in getting the kids' room set up first.
* Rental movies might help keep kids occupied as you begin to get moved into your new home.
* Have snacks and drinks available on moving day.
* Special book(s) or craft items and … (2 comments)
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real estate advice: Selling Real Estate and Enjoying the Holidays - 12/13/10 08:12 PM
Most people know me as a very hard worker. But, last week I did something different. I stilled worked from 8am till 5pm every night, but each night I took a different grandchild each night and did something special with them as individuals. I tell you they had a fantastic time, but not nearly as much fun as this Realtor from Germantown, Wisconsin. Christmas blows in and out like a great storm, but this year I got a little one on one time with each grandchild. This will be one Christmas I know I will never forget. Take time out this Holiday … (1 comments)
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real estate advice: How You and Others View Your Home - 12/13/10 07:59 PM
YOUR HOUSE AS SEEN BY:
YOURSELF...
THE BUYER...
THE LENDER...
THE APPRAISOR...
THE COUNTY TAX APPRAISOR...
THAT ABOUT SUMS UP THE REAL ESTATE MARKET IN GERMANTOWN, WISCONSIN.
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real estate advice: 6 Truths about Selling in Today's Real Estate Market - 12/13/10 07:09 PM
Selling Wisconsin Real Estate is currently very difficult. Here are 6 truths about Selling Homes in Wisconsin's Real Estate Market. Truth #1: Buyers buy after "shopping around". In their search for the best buy they are comparing our property to the other homes currently on the market. Truth #2: Sellers control the pricing and saleability of their homes, but buyers control VALUE. A property is worth what the market (buyers) will pay. Truth #3: If a property sits on the market for more than a few weeks it gets shopped/worn (stale...like an old donut). Price it right … (2 comments)
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real estate advice: Motivational Quote - 03/25/10 11:04 PM
Exit Realty XL: The early bird might get the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese. Buy Wisconsin Real Estate Now.
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real estate advice: Motivational Quote - 03/19/10 07:22 AM
Get around the right people. Associate with positive, goal-oriented people who encourage and inspire you. Run from negativity.
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real estate advice: Pricing your Home to Sell - 03/19/10 07:09 AM
How is your Realtor pricing your home? The old method of doing a CMA (Compartative Market Analysis) merely gets an "average price" for your home. Average is 50%, but with 68% - 70% of homes becoming market rejects or expires, do you really want to be average? You need to be in the lower 25% of house prices and the lower the better if you are going to sell in this market. Your agent should be doing a Price to Sell Analysis. This shows your competition, but focuses on the lowest price competitor to your home. If you need/want to sell you must … (3 comments)
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real estate advice: Short Sale Specialist - 03/19/10 07:00 AM
Are you behind in your home payments? Are you at risk of losing your home through Divorce, Medical issues, loss of job, etc. You need the help of a Short Sale Specialist. The National Association of Realtors have trained a few Realtors to work in this area. They have the designation of SFR. Mae sure that the Realtor you hire is actually qualified and understands the diffucult process. You have enough headaches already, get a SFR certified agent to assist in your Short Sale. Buy Wisconsin Real Estate Now.
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