knoxville realty: Don't Return From Vacation Into a Nightmare!
- 06/21/15 09:36 AM
There are so many things we do to prepare for our vacations…. pick a destination, make travel arrangements, make lists for packing, settle our outstanding work obligations, lest I forget SAVE money for the trip, etc…. For many of us this is that once a year chance to walk away from ALL of our chores and many of our toils and responsibilities to a mini-escape that will refresh and reinvigorate us with an abundance of fun, relaxation, and “do-nothing-we-don’t-want-to-ness” until the next year. Most people gradually return from these vacations to their everyday lives with an unusually light and positive air … (2 comments)
knoxville realty: Reasons to Rethink "For Sale By Owner"
- 05/10/15 06:55 AM
It’s true that I am biased because I am a Real Estate Professional; however, it is also true that I think the services we offer are for the good of our clients and the community as a whole. Some people mistakenly think that by putting their home on the market themselves they will increase the money they profit from the sale. I want to use the next few blogs to talk about a few things sellers should fully consider before doing this. In this blog let’s look at the idea of price. Sooooo, The Price is Right “You NEVER have a second … (1 comments)
knoxville realty: The quest for a weed-free lawn
- 04/05/15 09:29 AM
There is just something special about pulling up to a house with a well kept lawn. Not only is the plush green grass aesthetically appealing, it also sends messages to the subconscious about how the owners take care of the house maintenance. A perfect lush green lawn is a reflection of the owners’ pride. Think about the old sitcoms where the stereotypical fathers on the shows always had some sort of informal competition with the neighbors about their lawns…. Home owners can achieve this living green trophy of excellence in one of two ways, either they employ a lawn service at significant … (0 comments)
knoxville realty: 50 shades of neutral...
- 03/22/15 04:19 AM
You've probably heard of, possibly read, and might have even seen "50 Shades of Grey", but do you know what's even more impressive, catchy, and confusing? How about 50 shades of neutral. Or, what you experience when you go to a local hardware store and attempt to pick out a "neutral" color...
Tan, sand, beige, you name it- they all look "pretty much" the same, but which one do you chose? And WHY did my Realtor tell me to go with neutral? Yes, we all have that one neon teal room in our house accentuated with white trim that we just love, but.... it's gotta go. … (1 comments)
knoxville realty: Declutter with a dash of depersonalization
- 03/15/15 04:48 AM
As stated in a previous blog, making some investments in turning your home into the “HOUSE” of someone elses's dreams enhances your selling process. Why? Well, when someone else looks at your home, they see all of the elements that have made it the comfortable part of “you” throughout your ownership. They see the choices you have made ranging from how to decorate the living room to where to hang the family pictures, or what kind of rugs and paint colors YOU feel fit the space best. If potential buyers don’t share our exact taste, they may not be able … (0 comments)
knoxville realty: Small Investments Really Benefit Sellers AND Buyers
- 03/08/15 05:34 AM
Selling your house is a BIG decision, as mentioned in the previous blog, that usually takes a great deal of thought and emotion. This process frequently involves a certain amount of bitter sweet detachment, as you imagine leaving behind your home which has been the setting of many personal and family memories. Once you get past this stage, it is really easy to fixate on what will become your new home and to resist investing anything else (mentally, physically, OR especially financially) into your current home. In your mind that would be…. doing things for the NEXT owner to enjoy the … (0 comments)
knoxville realty: When your "home" becomes a "house for sale".
- 03/01/15 04:46 AM
You purchased your home most likely, because you loved it. You put your heart and soul into decorating it, every inch having its own significant meaning, and thought behind every decorative detail. You may have gotten married in it, brought home your first child, or experienced a loss that makes it feel like it's an intricate part of your life within it's walls.
So when the time comes to relocate, the decision can be one of mixed emotions; excitement and sadness, anticipation and anxiety... What can make those feelings even more amplified, is when your realtor comes in to your home and … (3 comments)
This spacious 2 story home sits in a cul-de-sac with a large fenced in backyard complete with a waterfall and pond. This home offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms with the Master Bedroom on the main level. You will also find on the main level; high celins in the family room, an office/living room, large formal dining room, and an eat-in kitchen. The second level features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a bonus room, storage, and a balcony overlooking the family room. A 3 car garage, and located next to … (2 comments)
knoxville realty: Understanding the "market"
- 02/13/15 07:23 AM
So many times, you hear or see realtors speak of the "market". They tell you the market is "good", the market is "bad", the market is "crazy", etc. They use these tactics to pursuade you one way or the other. But as a home buyer, or seller, (or both) you should understand exactly what "market" is being referred to, how it affects you, and what to do with that information. First and foremost, let's expand on the name, and include it in its' entirety. The "market" is short for the "housing market". You knew that aleady? You'd be amazed how many people didn't know … (0 comments)
There are so many things we do to prepare for our vacations…. pick a destination, make travel arrangements, make lists for packing, settle our outstanding work obligations, lest I forget SAVE money for the trip, etc…. For many of us this is that once a year chance to walk away from ALL of our chores and many of our toils and responsibilities to a mini-escape that will refresh and reinvigorate us with an abundance of fun, relaxation, and “do-nothing-we-don’t-want-to-ness” until the next year. Most people gradually return from these vacations to their everyday lives with an unusually light and positive air … (2 comments)
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