Everyone knows that "first impressions count" when meeting new people, when interviewing for a job, really for doing just about anything!! Selling your house also falls into that cliche. The market has spawned a buyer that has the opportunity to be very picky and they are unforgiving! To be able to stand out from all the rest, sellers are being forced to pay closer attention to detail and make sure their I's are dotted and their T's are crossed. What should sellers do to give that first impression that will hold buyer's attention long enough for them to see the true value of their home?

• Touch up paint on windows, trim and doors is a must do project
• Clean the windows inside and out
• Clean masonry & porches
• Use landscape lights on side walks and driveways
• Keep gutters and downspouts in good condition and cleaned out. Ensure downspouts direct water away from the foundation
• Use seasonal flags and plants for decoration
• Keep grass mowed and edging trimmed
• Cut overhanging branches away from the house, this helps with inspections also

When selling your home in Bryan/College Station, Tx. make sure you pay close attention to details. Even the smallest oversight can turn that buyer around and lead them out the door to another house. Hire a professional, like the agents at Century 21 Beal, Inc. to provide you with the advice to maximize your chances of selling your home. The Bryan real estate market and the College Station real estate market has changed with most other markets, and sellers need to reevaluate their strategy for selling. The first time home buyer is very frugal and wants a good deal when purchasing real estate. You can't blame him - I am looking for a good deal too! Joey Condon - Rock Solid Real Estate

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Our market has turned!! It is now a buyers' market and the buyers are excited to be at an advantage. Even if the buyers' market will not last long in our area. Sellers need to be aware that the buyers' agents know this and they will be negotiating with that in mind. Here is some advice for sellers in our market to assist their agent with negotiating with the buyers' agent. Beside price, the best way to sell your home in a down market is to:

• Hire an aggressive agent who shows you a plan for selling your house - and make sure they follow through.
• Give your house a facelift with new paint and repairs.
• List it online with such sites as eBay and Craigslist.
• Offer to pay the buyer's closing costs.
• And finally, take any reasonable offer.

<!--more--> Lenders have tightened the reigns on buyers so the seller has to be a little more flexible and open to looking at every offer that is presented by buyers. "Lenders have really tightened up their lending criteria and this is where sellers have to become more imaginative and creative," said Delores Conway of University of Southern California Marshall School of Business. So, Sellers in the College Station real estate market remember to listen to the great listing agent you hired to assist you with the sale of your home and be open to any and all recommendations they have to offer. We have been doing this for many years and we know how to sell. Contact me with any questions you might have on selling in the Bryan/College Station area or questions about Real Estate in College Station or Bryan.

Some days you might get the feeling that life is strangling you and you feel weighed down. I know I do especially now that I have two new residents at my house, I recently won custody of my two children, Hailey and Hunter. This life changing event has caused a few stressful moments so far, but one I have felt most is the loss of TV time, but I love it. So, if you're feeling like you need a lift, I have a pick-me-up for you. If your kids are in Little League this may be a perfect time to show them this also!! http://www.heraldleaderphoto.com/2008/05/31/

Meadow Creek!!

College Station's newest community located in Wellborn and is a short commute to the College Station and Bryan area. The community has a number of school choices; Forest Ridge Elementary, Cypress Grove Intermediate, College Station Middle, and A&M Consolidated High School. Convenient 10 minute drive from anything you could need in the community. The community is being built by Main Street Homes and from a Realtor's point of view, a great builder who caters to the client and their product holds resale value.

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Great recreation for the family to enjoy and value added to any community is the community pool!

 

 

 

 

 

Kids will love the park that is located beside to pool for convenience of parents!

Homes are starting to resale and new ones are going up daily all over the Bryan and College Station area, Aggieland. Call me with any questions or comments about any property in the Aggieland area and I will be happy to find your new home in the College Station and Bryan area!

 

College Station and Bryan homes may need protecting.

I was up early one morning and decided to watch TV. I found a home improvement show called Michael Holligan and saw an interesting video (CLICK THE PICTURE FOR VIDEO). The video talks about a newer roofing system that consists of 4 foot shingles made of steel and an asphalt covering is placed over it. It is said to be able to withstand up to 125mph winds with 2 inch hail and not be damaged. We dont have much of that here in College Station or Bryan, but it would be great to fortify my house with that type of strength. Every year there is a severe storm with high winds here in the Brazos Valley. I think this is a great option for new construction in our area just for the insurance benefit.

From the video and their web site you can see that there are a number of differnet styles and colors to choose from so when building think about the roof in a different manner and decide if this is right for you.

Below is a close up view of the shingle.

Call me with any questions or comments you might have!!

 

Every home should have a tankless waterheater and if you are building a new home, it is the perfect time to talk to the builder and tell him/her that you want to be part of saving the environment and saving money $$$!!

What are the benefits?

• When the faucet is not running water is not being heated, no electricity being used.

• Water heaters can be placed close to outlets so water usage goes down because the hot water has less distance to travel.

• No extra room in the house for the tank style water heater has to be built so the extra space can be used for living.

• No huge tank to store the hot water and no reheating the water in the tank when if cools.

What are the slight draw backs?

• Initial cost of installation is slightly more expensive, but savings eat up the extra cost.

• Possible location regulations that require the tankless to be on an exterior wall if using a gas heater.

• Jealousy from the neighbors with the added money in your pocket each month.

 

These are just a few of the reasons to use a tankless water heater. Some of the builders in the Bryan/College Station area are using these systems for their new construction so check out the builders in our area when interested in building in the Brazos Valley.

For more information about building in Bryan/College Station or if you want info about tankless water heaters please feel free to contact ME Joey Condon @ joeyc@century21bcs.com

 

 

 

The Brazos Valley has a diverse culture with an unlimited supply of talented men and women who don't always get recognized. I have a relative who has a great talent and hobby that I am very impressed with and believe you will be also. This craftsman started out making knives from lawn mower blades when I was about 12 years old. He taught me the basics of knife making and I completed a few not so great examples of a 12 year old's ability. I spent weekends visiting and saw his talent grow and flourish into works of art that sold in Austin for upwards of $500 per blade. WOW! He then started wood turning and after a few tool removals from the ceiling in his workshop he mastered the art of woodworking, at least in my bias opinion. He is my Brother, Danny Condon Jr., with wife Louise and kids, Alex and Lynn, he turns out some very interesting works of art.

 

If you like the work email me and I can put you in touch with the craftsman!!