Ever Heard of a Cistern? - 05/18/10 10:14 PM
Upon showing a property recently that was located in the foothills of Denver I learned about cisterns.  My husband tells me that we once rented a farmhouse in Northern Minnesota many years ago (you wouldn't believe how many) that also had a cistern.  I guess at that oblivious time in my life I could have cared less what a cistern was;  all I cared about was that I had water when I needed it, and I did.  But in today's world, a property with a cistern seems pretty rugged and old-fashioned.  My buyer decided that wasn't for them, so they are continuing to look.  I will say that … (2 comments)

Typical First Time Homebuyer Seeking Tax Credit - 05/15/10 09:51 PM
Who Were They?
Marital Status: 49% Married, 25% Single Females, 12% Single Males
Age:  53% Aged 24 to 34, 12% Younger than 24 (That's impressive!)
Area:  52% Purchased in the suburbs, 22% in Urban areas, next highest area was a small town
It seemed like literally EVERYONE was purchasing a foreclosure, but in reality, even though 56% considered it, only 11% actually did.
 
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Feng Shui and Home Staging - 05/15/10 02:03 AM
Increase Your Home's Energy
Feng Shui Your Home 
1) Invite energy through your front door by painting it a contrasting color from the rest of your home
2) Create a clear pathway to the room of greatest interest by using a brightly colored accent piece to attract attention to that space
3) Energy goes down the drain, so keep the bathroom door shut, toilet stool closed and the drains covered when not in use
4) Remove clutter, knickknacks, personal photos and items
 
Whether you believe in Feng Shui or not, these basic staging ideas that
will help you sell your home quicker and for … (1 comments)

From List to Close in Less Than 30 Days - 05/10/10 02:51 AM
It seems like in today's market conditions, it is becoming harder and harder to list and close a property in less than 30 days.  Pricing it right, of course, is the main contributing factor to a quick successful sale, along with good preparation, so when a good offer comes in, everything is in order to have the ability to close in less than 30 days.
My seller took alot of time to prepare the property so that it was very desireable to many of the potential buyers viewing it.  He also had all the warranties, repair records and receipts located ahead of time, … (0 comments)

Buy This Denver Home for as little as 3% down - 05/06/10 01:44 PM

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