virginia beach: But Do You Really Need It?
- 12/15/09 12:21 AM
But Do You Really Need It? Luxury at a COST! Of course a basement waterfall and grotto is a practical and useful addition to any home. That’s pretty much the only thing standing between you and the playboy lifestyle you’ve always dreamed about, right? But who’s going to clean it? It’s easy to fall in love with certain features of a home, but to find out that those same features, in the long run, are your least favorite. Here are a few common ‘extras’ and a quick assessment of their relative values.
1. In-floor Heating Also referred to as … (6 comments)
1. Have a pre-sale home inspection. Be proactive by arranging for a pre-sale home inspection. An inspector will be able to give you a good indication of the trouble areas that will stand out to potential buyers, and you’ll be able to make repairs before open houses begin.
2. Organize and clean. Pare down clutter and pack up your least-used items, such as large blenders and other kitchen tools, out-of-season clothes, toys, and exercise equipment. Store items off-site or in boxes neatly arranged in the … (3 comments)
Baking Soda Usefulness (Besides the Fridge Refresher)
1. Linen Refresher: Stave off mustiness by placing an open box of baking soda alongside your towels and linens. This is great especially if you are trying to impress guests or buyers... 2. Skin Smoother: Mix with 3:1 water and create a simple low cost facial. Look fabulous! 3. Scribble Eraser: Apply it to a damp cloth and use it to remove crayon, pencil and ink marks from your painted walls. Presentation makes a HUGE impact! 4. Souring Agent: Pour on a baked on pan and let sit for five … (5 comments)
First Impressions Remember what first attracted you to your house when you bought it? What excited you about it most? When deciding how best to present your home for sale, it is helpful to try to get back into that buyer’s frame of mind. A spruced-up house makes a great first impression on potential buyers. An attractive property grabs their attention and makes them excited about finding a house that looks and feels well cared for. Because buyers believe they’ll encounter fewer problems if they buy it, your house becomes more appealing and … (3 comments)
Talk to a neighbor or two to find out about the area and see if you want to live next door to these folks! You can tell a lot from their reaction to your questions...
What to ask: How do you like living here? What are the other neighbors like? What's the home owner's association like? And are neighbors actively involved with it? What community issues do you see? Are there any neighborhood rules? Like parking or yard maintenance? Have you had any trouble with crime? Have you ever been burglarized? … (4 comments)
Here is a simple list I collected together for your to print and use! Grab-and-Go Case Will and/or trust documents Powers of attorney Insurance policies Contact list Investment statements Tax returns Copies of birth/marriage certificates Social Security cards Passports and other identification docs List of prescriptions you take Emergency cash Safe combination Safe-deposit box keys Copy of driver's license Computer user names and passwords List of checking/saving account numbers List of credit card numbers and info Safe-Deposit Box Copies of will and/or trust … (2 comments)
virginia beach: SELLERS! Caution...
- 10/18/09 08:50 AM
SELLERS! Caution... Mistakes that Sellers Often Make Mistake #1 – Incorrect Pricing Every seller naturally wants to get the most money for his or her product. The most common mistake that causes sellers to get less than they hope for, however, is listing too high. Listings reach the greatest proportion of potential buyers shortly after they reach the market. If a property is dismissed as being overpriced early on, it can result in later price reductions. Overpriced properties tend to take an unusually long time to sell, and they end up being sold at a lower price than they likely would … (4 comments)
But Do You Really Need It?
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