home: Will A Realtor Really Help Me Make Money On The Sale Of My Home?
- 03/03/15 10:19 PM
Sure it may be tempting to forego hiring a realtor to help with the sale of your home, but if you knew how much a realtor could help you, you might change your tune. _______ Every year home sellers have to wrestle with the question of whether or not to hire a realtor to help sell their home. Some argue that it costs a lot, and to the casual observer, it is not obvious what realtors do to earn their fee. Others who have been through the home selling process, realize the pitfalls of going it alone all too well. _______ … (1 comments)
It can feel intimidating to put your home up for sale at the same time your neighbor does, but remember that it’s not who’s on the market first that matters - it’s about the sale itself. Here are some strategic moves to make your home stand out to interested buyers touring multiple homes on the same block.
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If you’re like most people, then you fell in love with your home and the neighborhood … (0 comments)
home: 14 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR HOME - AND YOUR LIFE - EASIER
- 02/05/15 08:57 PM
Life is busy. Everyday, so many things to do. Finding a few shortcuts is key to keeping on track—and keeping your sanity. Employ a few of these tricks to make your life easier (and better!) 1. Put it on the list It stinks to be driving home from Lowe's only to remember the one thing you didn't pick up. Or be reminded of four other things you wanted your handyman to fix—after he's already left. Keep two running lists on your phone: one for the home improvement store and one for your fix-it person. That way you'll always have the lists … (2 comments)
home: BUYER'S ADVICE: WHO'S GOT YOUR BACK?
- 02/05/15 08:54 PM
If you're like some buyers, you may be shopping for a home to buy without using a real estate agent of your own. You don't trust agents, and you want to shop on your own time at your own pace without some agent pressuring you to buy something you don't want. They're just salespeople, right? Wrong. A salesperson owes you service, but not loyalty, while a real estate agent owes loyalty to whomever they're contracted to serve. In most cases that's the seller. If you call the listing agent on a property, go to see the property, and decide to buy … (2 comments)
home: 14 SNEAKY WAYS TO GET YOUR HOUSE SOLD
- 01/30/15 12:36 AM
Let's face it: Selling a home is stressful. The longer it's on the market, the more stress it brings and the more it typically costs sellers. Having to lower the sales price, sometimes multiple times, carry two mortgages, or delay the purchase of a new home if an existing home won't sell - stinks. You need every advantage you can find to get your home sold. Try a few of these and you'll be packing in no time.
1. Get your neighbors involved.
Neighbors who like you will be happy to help you get your home sold. Same for … (0 comments)
home: DECORATING YOUR HOUSE TO SELL
- 01/15/15 08:59 PM
From the outside, your home is that perfect mix of classic and modern, with a nice wide lawn, mature trees, and the perfect smattering of flowers. It's in a desirable neighborhood with good schools, and it's even priced competitively. So why isn't it selling? Perhaps it has something to do with the inside. Yes, you've got an open floorplan and four spacious bedrooms and granite countertops and nice hardwood floors. But the rest of it…well, it leaves a lot to be desired. And by "the rest of it," we mean your décor. Face it. Your style is outdated. As long as … (2 comments)
home: TEN WINTER FIRE SAFETY TIPS
- 01/08/15 09:21 PM
Most home fires are preventable, but sometimes common sense isn't so common. According to the National Fire Protection Association, it's not too early to protect your loved ones and your home from fire damage, by simply following sensible suggestions. 1. Have your furnace checked. It's worth the money to hire a professional to inspect and service your furnace once a year. If it's going to conk out, it's better to know trouble is coming. 2. Have your chimneys and vents checked. Fireplaces produce creosote which can ignite. If you light fires frequently, you need a chimney sweep service once a year. … (2 comments)
home: PROPERTY OWNERS: ARE YOU LIABLE IF... ?
- 01/06/15 08:49 PM
Let me start by saying I am NOT an Attorney, I do NOT play and attorney on TV and I did NOT sleep at a Holiday Inn express last night. In no way is this post meant as legal advise.
Moving in the winter can be treacherous if you live in a cold climate, and accidents are prone to happen when carrying heavy furniture and boxes across slippery or icy surfaces. This is bad news for everybody involved, but in the instances of serious injury these scenarios leave property owners open to some forms of legal liability. This is known … (0 comments)
home: SELLER'S ADVICE: YOUR CHECKLIST FOR AN IMPRESSIVE SHOWING
- 01/04/15 09:27 PM
Once your home goes on the market, real estate agents may call to show your home anytime, day or evening. Keeping your home "showtime" ready can be challenging, especially if you have children and pets. What you need to stay organized is a handy checklist so you can be ready to show at any time. When you get the call that buyers are on their way, give everyone in the household a basket and assign them each to a room to pick up clutter quickly. Set a timer and tell everyone to grab up any toys on the floor, clear … (3 comments)
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