selling: 5 things to do in February
- 01/28/08 04:32 AM
Sellers: 5 things you can do next month to keep your home at its best. When showings are less frequent, it's a great time to catch up on some little projects that can have a big return. My top 5 choices are: 1. Clean from top to bottom. 2. Freshen paint in the kitchen. 3. Scrub your carpeting (especially if you smoke or have pets!) 4. Put up new bath towels. 5. Upgrade to natural light style lightbulbs to keep your home feeling bright even on dark evenings. … (0 comments)
selling: Selling your home during the holidays
- 12/03/07 04:19 AM
We all know the real estate market has been strange the past few months. As a result of the turbulence, many homes are staying on the market longer than before. So, what should you do if your home is listed during the holidays? Show off your Christmas tree? What about your Diwali sidewalk art? Your beautiful silver menorah? Read on for some basic do's and don'ts. First of all, let's talk about the facts. Everyone has different views on different holidays. You may be subconsciously turning off buyers with different religious views. Your best bet is to skip decorating if your house … (0 comments)
selling: Selling Your Home - The Dos and Don'ts
- 09/20/07 01:24 AM
DO consult a Realtor to get up-to-date comparable properties. Comps change on a monthly basis, especially with the sub-prime mortgage market fallout. Many buyers are freezing right now because they don't know what homes are worth. Make sure it will be clear to them (and their agent) that your home is well-priced. DO price right from the beginning if you are serious about selling. If you overprice with the plan to 'come down' you will lose prospects. For example, if you have a home that you want to sell for around $200,000, price at $199,900, not $214,000. With so many properties on … (4 comments)
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