The real estate market and all the things involved in selling a home can seem complicated, and it can be very hard to know which tips to trust. While there's plenty of great advice to go around from many knowledgeable sources, here are some of the best tips from home sellers who have made a successful sale. Research Your Local Agents When considering an agent that will meet your home-selling needs, it can be tempting to go with someone familiar or recommended through a friend who seems like a safe bet. However, it's important to do some of your own research. Create a … (5 comments)
selling your home: Five Reasons Why Spring Is The Perfect Time To Sell
- 05/01/18 01:53 PM
Spring is many people's favorite season of the year. Obviously, there are many valid reasons why this is so. One of the best things about spring is that it is an ideal time to sell your home. If you have considered putting your home on the market any time in the next year or so, check out these five reasons which make spring the ideal time. Buyers are searching - A huge majority of home buyers want to move during summer. Many families have school or work vacations that make the moving process a little easier during this time. If you … (2 comments)
selling your home: 6 Money Making Tips For The First Time Home Seller
- 04/10/18 08:17 AM
Today's homebuyers can have specific ideas and personal preferences that influence their decision on what attracts them to a particular property. While some prefer a fixer-upper, many desire a home that’s as close to turn-key as possible. First time home sellers may help expedite the process with these six home selling tips. Determine Right Listing Price A home priced competitively in its market typically sells faster. Professional REALTORS® know the area and look at comparative listings to help determine the right listing price. First time home sellers often think their home should list higher, and this can turn away buyers. Trust a real estate … (4 comments)
selling your home: Buying a New Home? Make Your Move Easier With These 3 Purging Tips
- 12/04/17 01:57 PM
Are you thinking about buying a new house? While the prospect of a new home is undoubtedly exciting, you may be dreading the thought at having to pack everything up and move. In today's blog post we will explore three tips for purging old, unwanted or forgotten items before making a move into a new home. Sort Everything That You Don't Need The first step you will want to take is to sort everything in your home. Many families go through the house, room-by-room, separating their must-have items from everything else. At first, this process is quick as there are many items … (1 comments)
selling your home: Negotiating a Counter-Offer That Won't Scare Away Home Buyers
- 05/09/17 07:35 AM
If you've recently put your home up for sale, one of the most exciting parts of the selling process is getting an offer. However, all is not said and done once you've received an offer, as you'll probably want to negotiate a better price. If you're wondering how you can counter without losing a potential buyer, here are some tips when the time comes to negotiate. Lower Your Price (A Little) As a seller, it's important to believe in the price you've put your home on the market for, but lowering your asking price after getting an offer will tell the potential … (1 comments)
selling your home: 5 Things You Should Do Now Before Selling Your Home
- 02/23/17 09:07 AM
It's often so exciting to think of buying a new home that homeowners forget about the sale. But there are a lot of details involved in putting a home on the market. Whether you're just considering selling or you're ready to put your home up, here are some things you might not know about the process. Marketing Strategy Is Important The days of putting a sign on the front yard and waiting for buyers are gone. It's important to have a strategy that will successfully highlight your house. Whether you decide to make a website, use social media or invest in a … (2 comments)
selling your home: Avoid These Common Mistakes When Pricing Your Colorado Springs Home To Sell
- 05/21/13 02:04 AM
It can be very difficult to determine what your property is worth in the current marketplace, because you are biased by what the property is worth to you. These emotions can get in the way of impartially evaluating a property and often cause sellers to overprice their home. When pricing your property, you need to be objective and reasonable so you can come up with a selling price that will capture the interest of buyers. Here are a few examples of common mistakes people make when pricing their house for sale. Reading Too Much Into Online Comparable Properties Avoid relying too … (0 comments)
selling your home: 7 Tips To Get Your Colorado Springs Home In Tip Top Selling Condition
- 04/28/13 08:36 AM
A clean, uncluttered home is very likely the single most important thing to get your home sold quickly and for top dollar. In fact, a recent survey by HomeGain showed a whopping 568% return on investment for money put toward cleaning and organizing a home for sale! And other experts say that a well-put-together home can shorten the time on market drastically as well. Before your real estate agent lists your Colorado Springs or Woodland Park home, it's essential for it to look its best. 7 Tips To Get Your Home In Tip Top Selling Condition Examine your living space and … (0 comments)
selling your home: 3 Ways Clean Floors Can Help Sell Your Colorado Springs Home Faster
- 04/17/13 04:04 AM
Have you ever walked into a home for sale and looked down to see stained carpet or scratched and worn flooring? If so, you would probably agree that it doesn't leave a positive first impression. Imagine if you were a buyer looking at the same floor. The right type of flooring and whether it is well taken care of can make a big difference to buyers. If your floor is questionably clean, here are a few fixes to help remedy the issue to help your home sell quickly. Does your home have hardwood floors? You're in luck. Buyers love hardwood floors … (1 comments)
selling your home: Look For Improvements In The Real Estate Market In 2013
- 03/07/13 04:40 AM
The previous couple years' doom and gloom outlook is looking like it is turning more upbeat and robust for the rest of 2013. Home Prices Climb Nearly 10% Over Past Year In fact, a recently released report by CoreLogic stated that home prices were up 9.7 percent from one year previously. That kind of increase is a very good sign that the momentum may be building for a strong real estate market this year. Many other economic experts are predicting that things might be improving this year, including increases in both home prices and sales. Here are some of the ways … (3 comments)
selling your home: Tips For Selling Your Colorado Home In The Colder Winter Months
- 01/22/13 12:26 AM
Real estate agents in Colorado will tell you that it can be harder to sell a home in the winter. The days are colder and shorter, leaving less time to show a home to potential buyers. The good news, though, is that most buyers looking at houses in the winter aren't just killing time. They're serious enough about finding a new home to house hunt at a time when most people might rather stay inside. There are a several steps you can take to make a good impression on home buyers this winter. First, if there's snow or ice on the … (4 comments)
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