Your first showing is on the web. To get more buyers into your house, have it looking its best on the day the photographer comes. When the photos are taken, have your home as clean and uncluttered as possible. On the day of the photo shoot keep cars out of the driveway leave garbage cans out of the picture clear off all tables and counters put the toys in the box have clothes & shoes put away turn on all of the interior lights Days before the photo shoot curb appeal is essential buyers will form an opinion of your house between the car and the door be sure the yard looks its best wash windows until they sparkle sweep walks & driveways wash the siding clean gutters & downspouts trim bushes & pull weeds trim trees add bright flowers near the door paint trim fix railings repair or replace storm doors clean & stain the deck clean all patio furniture & grills Inside remove clutter  hide everyday items remove excess furniture take down photos & other distracting personal items remove refrigerator magnates keep the counter clear some things look good on the counter high end appliances cookbooks bowl of fruit cutlery keep the baths uncluttered hide garbage cans leave out only your best towels clean mirrors, faucets and sinks clean exhaust fans and hoods clean the appliances thoroughly clean sinks, remove all stains scrub, wash & wax floors clean & deodorize the carpet wash walls clean all woodwork clean draperies, curtains and blinds wash all mirrors and glass cabinets clean or replace doorknobs re-caulk tub and sink clean grout scour sinks, tubs and showers clean up furnace exterior have furnace inspected replace furnace filter clean water heater clean the washer and dryer   Consider outsourcing some of this work. To get your house sold, you'll either need to win the beauty pageant, or the price war! Getting your house sold quickly will be worth the extra work and expense.

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OPEN SUNDAY: Oakdale

Stop and take a look on Sunday, May 11th 2:00 to 4:00

virtual tour at 1649Geneva.com

price reduced

 

 

1649 Geneva Ave. N Oakdale

 

Much of this move in ready home has been updated since 2005.

 

Main floor:

• Kitchen featuring a high grade Paradiso granite counter top and full height back splash, new stainless steel sink, new flooring, newer refrigerator and refinished cabinets all updated in 2006
• Full bath with Juparana granite and new floor updated in 2006

 

Lower level:

• Finished in 2006
• New family room
• ¾ bath off the family room with Napoleon granite & block glass window
• New carpet, lights, electric & plumbing
• Large pantry included
• Newer washer & dryer

 

Upper level:

• New insulation in the walls and attic added in 2005
• New window ac with remote
• New supplemental electric heat
• New carpet, light fixtures & drapes

 

Outside:

• Backyard landscaping done in 2006
• Deck stained in 2007
• Flower gardens in front
• Fire pit in the deep wooded 140 x 280 lot
• One of a kind garage

 

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Click here to see other open houses
Here, you'll find a link to see all open houses in the twin cities
by all companies.

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Thinking about buying or selling this year? Stop by and visit my next open house.
It's a great way to get familiar with the market when you're in the early stages of
planning to buy or sell a house.

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Statistics

Get the recent statistics right now from Edina Realty here. Click on "Market Update"
to see twin cities area market statistics including average days on market and absorption rate.

 

 

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Mark Westpfahl
651-605-6480 office
651.208.9848 cell
1.800.706.9848 cell

www.MarkWestpfahl.com
www.Realty.tc

 

Stop  by my open house this Sund

OPEN SUNDAY: Oakdale

Stop and take a look on Sunday, March 30th from 1:00 to 4:00

1649 Geneva Ave. N
Cute & clean home on .9 acre wooded lot in Oakdale. The upper level den could be a third bedroom. Granite through the two updated baths & kitchen. In addition to the updated plumbing and electric, this home has had a more than adequate amount of insulation added.

Paradiso granite counter tops with full height back splash.
Refinished cabinets.

Hardwood floor under carpet.

Updated main floor full bath featuring Juparana granite.

Main floor bedroom.

Upper level bedroom adjacent to a den. New carpet, paint & drapes.

Entertain guests on the large deck or at the fire pit in the large 140 x 280 wooded lot.

Maintenance free garage.

 

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Click here to see other open houses
Here, you'll find a link to see all open houses in the twin cities
by all companies.

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Thinking about buying or selling this year? Stop by and visit my next open house.
It's a great way to get familiar with the market when you're in the early stages of
planning to buy or sell a house.

---

Statistics

Get the recent statistics right now from Edina Realty here. Click on "Market Update"
to see twin cities area market statistics including average days on market and absorption rate.

 

 

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Mark Westpfahl
651-605-6480 office
651.208.9848 cell
1.800.706.9848 cell

www.MarkWestpfahl.com
www.Realty.tc

 

Stop  by my open house this Sund

OPEN SUNDAY: Roseville model home

www.MarkWestpfahl.com/3294418

<<Price Reduced!>>

West of Cleveland on County Rd B

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Click here to see other open houses
Here, you'll find a link to see all open houses in the twin cities
by all companies.

---

Thinking about buying or selling this year? Stop by and visit my next open house.
It's a great way to get familiar with the market when you're in the early stages of
planning to buy or sell a house.

---

Statistics

Get the recent statistics right now from Edina Realty here. Click on "Market Update"
to see twin cities area market statistics including average days on market and absorption rate.

 

 

---

 

Mark Westpfahl
651-605-6480 office
651.208.9848 cell
1.800.706.9848 cell

www.MarkWestpfahl.com
www.Realty.tc

 

Stop  by my open house this Sund

OPEN SUNDAY: Roseville new construction

www.MarkWestpfahl.com/3294418

West of Cleveland

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Click here to see other open houses
Here, you'll find a link to see all open houses in the twin cities
by all companies.

---

Thinking about buying or selling this year? Stop by and visit my next open house.
It's a great way to get familiar with the market when you're in the early stages of
lanning to buy or sell a house.

---

Statistics

Get the recent statistics right now from Edina Realty here. Click on "Market Update"
to see twin cities area market statistics including average days on market and absorption rate.

 

 

---

 

Mark Westpfahl
651-605-6480 office
651.208.9848 cell
1.800.706.9848 cell

www.MarkWestpfahl.com
www.Realty.tc
www.SearchStPaulHomes.com
 

Turn "For Sale" into "SOLD" in any market.

We have the best tools for marketing your property.

For example:

• High quality photos by a professional photographer.

• Virtual tours.

• A web page with slideshow and details specifically for your home.

• Each listing is a showcase listing on Realtor.com.

• Posting on Zillow.com.

• Professionally printed brochures.

• Reflective yard signs.

• "Showing time".

• A hotline number for instant information about your house.

• "Sell My Home" shows sellers the amount of web activity for their house.

• "Home Feedback" allows sellers to see online what buyers and showing agents have thought about their house.

• Direct mail

• Our Exceptional Properties division helps to market and network qualifying properties.

• Home warranties are available.

• Electronic lock box.

 

Thinking about selling your twin cities home in the next year?

We have a powerful tool for networking your property among Realtors before your home goes on the market.

 

Would you like to know how the market is in your immediate area?

Our clients, both buyers and sellers, receive all new listings by email as well as properties that were recently sold or cancelled in their area.

Call or email to receive updated information about your area.

Stop  by my open house this Sund

OPEN SUNDAY: Lake Elmo new construction

www.MarkWestpfahl.com/3453828

Highway 36 to Manning, turn south.

 

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Click here to see my other upcoming open houses:
www.realty.tc/open_house_schedule.htm
Here, you'll find a link to see all open houses in the twin cities by all companies.
 

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Thinking about buying or selling this year? Stop by and visit my next open house. It's a great way to get familiar with the market when you're in the early stages of planning to buy or sell a house.

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Mark Westpfahl
651-605-6480 office
651.208.9848 cell
1.800.706.9848 cell

www.MarkWestpfahl.com/ 
www.Realty.tc
www.SearchStPaulHomes.com
 

Many home owners keep their finger on the pulse of the market by knowing what's for sale near them.
Receiving market updates by email is a great way to get up to date information about their specific twin cities area. It's a great tool for those who are not sure when to sell, but would like to know exactly what the market conditions are like near their home. It is also useful to anyone who would like to move into a specific area of the twin cities, but aren't sure when.

 

Statistics

Get the recent statistics right now from Edina Realty here. Click on "Market Update" to see twin cities area market statistics including average days on market and absorption rate.

As of January 2nd. "The Twin Cities and surrounding areas are expected to continue their post-boom correction in 2008. With some of the correction already behind us, many experts in the industry feel that we are beginning to work our way back to a more balanced market.  New construction is showing positive signs for a recovery as inventory levels come down with units priced to sell and fewer permits issued in 2007.  And, we expect to see a more normal increase in property listings and look forward to more activity at open houses.  Overall, we anticipate some pent up demand among buyers resulting in increased activity in the first quarter." -- from EdinaRealty.com

Many home owners keep their finger on the pulse of the market by knowing what's for sale near them.
Receiving market updates by email is a great way to get up to date information about their specific twin cities area. It's a great tool for those who are not sure when to sell, but would like to know exactly what the market conditions are like near their home. It is also useful to anyone who would like to move into a specific area of the twin cities, but aren't sure when.

 

Statistics

Get the recent statistics right now from Edina Realty here. Click on "Market Update" to see twin cities area market statistics including average days on market and absorption rate.

"As professionals in the real estate industry will tell you, all markets are not the same. Some pockets of our metro market continue to experience multiple offer situations, while others require multiple price reductions and more time on the market. The market continues to favor the buyer (which means there are more sellers than buyers), and there is good sales activity for listings that are priced below the competing inventory. Move-in condition and aggressive pricing are separating the sold properties from those that are staying on the market longer." -- from EdinaRealty.com

Open Sunday

Open Sunday, December 16th

http://www.MarkWestpfahl.com/3468987

New listing boasting of ownership pride. Updated from top to bottom.
New furnace and central air. Updated kitchen. Pottery Barn decor.

Only blocks away from Como Lake. Click for more  pictures, price and location.

This charming bungalow is new to the market and darling. Just blocks to Como Lake and Park.
This home is located in a beautiful setting. Home has been updated throughout & is move in ready.
Flexible close available.