house: Downsizing and Upsizing!
- 09/19/07 02:18 PM
While some clients talk about downsizing, they still are wanting the amenities! As we mature and grow into the years of enjoyment, the thought of downsizing tends to come up as a topic. But downsizing doesn't mean giving up on the amenities of comfort, convenience and class. So what are some of these amenities your buyer may want in their dream home? Well, how about a customized exercise room. Use that spare bedroom to place that weight training equipment, the cardio machines, soft mats, surround sound and a HDTV. If you have space, how about an outdoor/indoor lap pool and hot tub, that … (10 comments)
house: Real Estate Tips: A House or a Home?
- 03/29/07 05:10 PM
5 Tips on Selling a Vacant House Generally speaking a vacant house takes twice as long to sell. Here are five tips on making a vacant house a home. 1. People Buy Homes, not Houses A buyer purchases a home because it "feels like home." They need to see themselves in the home you are selling. Is it warm and inviting? The buyer must feel an emotional connection in the purchase of a home. An empty room is sterile, cold and uninviting. Shouldn't it be warm and inviting?2. There Is No Frame Of Reference without Furniture Without furniture it's difficult for buyers to get the feel for the size of a room they … (7 comments)
house: Real Estate Strategies: Play the Game of the Nines! (Strategy 3)
- 03/13/07 05:45 PM
3. PLAY THE GAME OF NINES.Before house hunting, make a list of nine things you want in the new place. Then make a list of the nine things you don't want. I call this "NINE OF THIS & NONE OF THAT". You can use this list as a scorecard to rate each property that you see. The one with the biggest score wins! This helps avoid confusion and keeps things in perspective when you're comparing dozens of homes.When house hunting, keep in mind the difference between "SKIN & BONES". The BONES are things that cannot be changed such as the location, … (0 comments)
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While some clients talk about downsizing, they still are wanting the amenities!
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