lori webster sells az: Why You Shouldn’t Let A Website Tell You Your Home’s Value
- 04/03/17 07:06 AM
Picture this... There's an inexperienced real estate agent in your town. He hasn't sold any homes yet. He wants to drum up some business. So, he climbs up onto your roof and paints what he estimates to be the value of your home. He feels like this could be a win-win: YOU get to know the value of your house, so he was helpful to you, without even having to meet with him... ... and HE gets to show you how that he knows his stuff. Hopefully you'll turn to him for help once you want to sell your home. But … (5 comments)
lori webster sells az: 6 Color Palettes Perfect For The Living Room
- 03/29/17 08:39 AM
Your living room is the center of your home. It's where you gather friends and family, where you relax, and typically where you spend the most time. That's why it's so important that your living room design is a reflection of who you are and how you want your home to be viewed. And the most important element of your living room design is color. The right color scheme can create the perfect look and feel for your living space while the wrong color scheme can feel out of place and unsettling. You want to choose a color scheme that fits … (3 comments)
lori webster sells az: 6 Awful Reasons for Not Hiring a Real Estate Agent
- 03/28/17 10:20 AM
There are millions of homes bought and sold every year, most of them with the help of a real estate agent. However, there is still a segment of the population that chooses to go it alone when it comes time to sell or buy a home. There are different reasons for this, many of which aren't very good. The only good reason might be if you're an agent yourself, and even then, it might be better to work with another agent so that you're not letting your own emotion cloud your judgment. Here are some of the worst reasons for not … (2 comments)
lori webster sells az: Do You Hate When Real Estate Agents Ask You This Question?
- 03/07/17 09:08 AM
Have you ever gone to an open house? Or called a real estate agent about a listing you see? Maybe e-mail an agent about a property he/she has listed? You just want to check out a house. Maybe you're just curious. Or, maybe you're even pretty serious about buying a house. Doesn't matter. All you're doing is wondering about a house. That's it. That's what you want to talk to the agent about...the house you came to see, or called about. And it seems like one of the first questions an agent asks you is, "Do you have a house to … (2 comments)
lori webster sells az: What Do Tootsie Rolls Have To Do With Real Estate?
- 03/02/17 09:42 AM
Back in the day on the Bozo The Clown Show, he'd have this huge bucket of prizes. If you were a contestant on the show and you won, you got the whole bucket. And it was filled with some really awesome toys. But if you didn't win, he gave you a giant Tootsie Roll. It was practically as big as the children receiving it. Anyhow, nobody liked or wanted the giant Tootsie Roll. First of all, it wasn't the grand prize bucket full of awesomeness. Second of all...a giant Tootsie Roll?! Let's leave it at that... What's that got to do with … (2 comments)
lori webster sells az: An Open Letter from an Agent to Anyone Considering Selling Their Home
- 02/28/17 07:34 AM
So you're thinking about selling your home? I realize you didn't arrive at this decision lightly, and that you might be nervous or scared. There are so many things that are probably going through your head right now. I'd like to help you by offering some advice, and hopefully putting your mind at ease. First, do some research.It's important for you to understand how much money you can expect to get for your home. We need to be realistic. Unfortunately, checking online sites like Zillow or Trulia isn't going to give you the most accurate picture of your home's value. This is … (0 comments)
lori webster sells az: 7 Signs You Have Picked the Right Agent
- 02/24/17 12:56 PM
Buying or selling a home can be a complicated and stressful experience. There can be a lot of moving parts involved that may come as a surprise to people who have never been through the process before. This is why having a great real estate agent is critical. Picking the right agent isn’t always easy, but you’ll definitely know if you’ve picked the right one for you. Here are seven signs that you’ve made a great decision in picking your real estate agent: 1. You like being around themYou don’t have to be head over heels in love with your real estate … (3 comments)
lori webster sells az: 10 Things Everyone Assumes About Real Estate Agents That Aren't True
- 02/20/17 11:53 AM
Real estate is a prolific profession. Everyone either knows a real estate agent, or is connected to one through six (probably less) degrees of separation. Between friends and relatives, and the stereotypical representation of real estate agents on television and in pop culture, the general public has a adopted some assumptions about agents that are very far from the truth. Here are ten things that people assume about real estate agents that just aren’t true: 1. They make “easy money”HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH. The only people who could ever possibly make the case that being an agent is an easy way to make money are … (1 comments)
lori webster sells az: How to Make It Up to Your Pet After a Move
- 02/16/17 11:00 AM
You have read all the advice on moving with pets, and you have plans in place to make the transition as easy as possible for your dog and/or cat. We will call them Butch and Fluffy (Butch is the dog). The big moving day has arrived and Butch and/or Fluffy are freaking out. And since our pets are more important than life itself, we can't have them going bonkers, can we? So, here are some good ideas for making your pet (and you) feel at home after a move.
First, make sure your new place has been thoroughly cleaned, especially if it … (4 comments)
lori webster sells az: 8 Signs That You Were Destined to Work in Real Estate
- 02/10/17 10:04 AM
Very few people are lucky enough to know what they want to do from a young age and even fewer are fortunate enough to see their dream through. You might have wanted to become an astronaut when you were 4 years old, but the chances that you're currently orbiting earth in the International State Station are fairly slim. But what we think we want to do and what we're destined to do aren't always the same thing. Many real estate agents try various professions before they find their true calling. There's an old saying, "A (wo)man does what he can, until … (3 comments)
lori webster sells az: 3 WAYS TO GIVE YOUR KITCHEN A MINI MAKEOVER
- 02/08/17 11:31 AM
Your kitchen is often the heart and soul of your home. It's where many homeowners spend a significant amount of their time - preparing meals for friends and family, trying out new recipes or just gathering their loved ones for a glass of wine and a conversation. Doesn't it make sense to keep the kitchen as up to date as possible? Here are some tips to make your kitchen the very best it can be: 1. DeclutterThe last thing you want in any room is clutter. Having too much stuff - especially stuff that you don't use - can make your kitchen … (3 comments)
lori webster sells az: 6 Books You Should Read Before Buying or Selling Your Home
- 01/11/17 11:57 AM
Buying a home for the first time or selling a home for the first time are both huge endeavors. And most homeowners go into the process blind. Having never experienced the process of buying or selling, homeowners can easily find themselves losing time, losing money and losing patience, all because they were under or ill-informed. But it doesn't have to be that way! There are a ton of incredible resources out there for first time buyers or sellers to help walk them through the process, including the good old-fashioned book. Here are 6 books you should read before buying or selling … (1 comments)
lori webster sells az: 7 Budgeting Tips To Help You Buy Your First Home
- 01/10/17 12:02 PM
So you've decided to purchase your first home in 2017. Congratulations! Purchasing a home is a huge decision, and it can be one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences of your life. But purchasing a home requires capital, and if your savings account is looking a little trim as we wrap up 2016, it means that you will have to do some budgeting in the upcoming year to make your dream of being a homeowner a reality. Here are 7 budgeting tips to help you buy your first home in 2017: 1. Track Everything You SpendYou will not be able to … (2 comments)
lori webster sells az: 11 DIY's That Failed Sooo Bad
- 01/05/17 12:08 PM
In the world of home repair and remodeling people do the best that they can. They pour what money they have available to add value and character to their beloved estates. Then there are these folks who can’t be bothered with things like, you know, instructions, skill, patience... 1. Should have gone with a bud for a... light... shower. 2. Oh... but you can spring for the expensive Gillette deodorant on the sink? 3. “When I’m hurtling down the road at 75mph, I choose Vise Grip pliers to keep a tenuous grip on my car’s control!” 4. The secret is we use cake frosting to … (2 comments)
lori webster sells az: Remodeling and Home Improvement Ideas to Increase your Homes Value
- 01/04/17 09:03 AM
If you’re looking to improve your home, of course you have to consider several things. First of all, will this improvement satisfy and fulfill a need? It’s important that you answer it truthfully because home improvements are generally expensive so at least make sure you are aware of your needs. In addition, will you be able to afford it? There are a lot of home improvement ideas, some affordable and some are expensive. The good thing is depending on your need, there’s usually an affordable and more expensive option. Another Factor to ConsiderThe factors listed above are for the present. As a … (3 comments)
lori webster sells az: 16 Budget-Friendly Curb Appeal Ideas Anyone Can Do
- 01/02/17 03:35 PM
The curb of your yard, and what can be seen from it, is often overlooked by homeowners. If you want to sell your house, it doesn’t hurt to have some serious visual appeal that captures approval at a distance. We’re going to get you rolling with some great ideas to accomplish that mission, while not having to break the bank. 1. Is your house rockin’ an ugly cement foundation? Remedy the eyesore with some faux stone paneling.
2. Electric boxes, piping, and meters are all items that shouldn’t be standing out so starkly. Fix ‘em up with a color-matched paint job. Need a guide? … (7 comments)
lori webster sells az: Thing #517 You Should Know Before Becoming a Real Estate Agent
- 12/30/16 03:18 PM
Featured Image Credit: Big Stock Images Do you love looking at houses? Yes?! Awesome. You are going to be perfect for this business. I mean, it’s not the only thing you’re going to need to love, but this is a huge step in the right direction. Because you’re going to be looking at tons of them! (As long as you work super hard and find lots of people who are looking for homes and agree to work with you as their agent... but let’s not bog down on that right now. That’s just a minor detail we can get into some … (0 comments)
lori webster sells az: Tips for Living in your Home while its FOR SALE
- 12/29/16 08:12 AM
It's one of the largest and most expensive assets most of us will ever own. It's where we lay our head down at night, the place we make memories and call home. Selling it can be one of the most overwhelming and stressful experiences you may ever go through. So here are 18 tips for living in your home while it's for sale to help you through the process: Yes, make the beds every day! If you smoke, don't do it in the house! And if you've smoked in the house it would pay to have a restoration company come try … (3 comments)
lori webster sells az: New Years Resolutions for every homeowner to make in 2017
- 12/27/16 07:15 AM
2016 is coming to a close, and with the new year just around the corner, people across the world are gearing up to set their intentions for the upcoming year in the form of New Year's Resolutions. And while you're bound to make at least one standard resolution (like "finally get in shape" or "eat more vegetables"), as a homeowner, there are some home-specific resolutions you'll want to think about to get the most out of your property and the experience of owning a home this upcoming year. Here are 5 New Year's Resolutions every homeowner should make for 2017: 1. Bump … (4 comments)
Picture this... There's an inexperienced real estate agent in your town. He hasn't sold any homes yet. He wants to drum up some business. So, he climbs up onto your roof and paints what he estimates to be the value of your home. He feels like this could be a win-win: YOU get to know the value of your house, so he was helpful to you, without even having to meet with him... ... and HE gets to show you how that he knows his stuff. Hopefully you'll turn to him for help once you want to sell your home. But … (5 comments)
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