home repairs: Fall Exterior Home Improvements
- 09/17/15 12:36 PM
Fall is the perfect time for exterior home improvements. This is especially true if you are planning on putting your home on the market this Fall, or in the Spring. Fall allows you to get a jump start on the necessary preparations that will give potential buyers a great first impression! Trim your foliage, clean-up flower beds, fertilize, touch-up any necessary painting or staining. In addition, finish any projects that you did not quite get to during the busy hot Summer. With the incredible weather and beautiful Fall colors, people love to go for walks, and enjoy a nice car ride. A well maintained home that is nicely landscaped can be warm and (1 comments)
home repairs: Buyers Want a Home That is Move-in Ready, Not One to Get Ready
- 04/02/15 03:22 AM
Buyers want a home that is move-in ready, not one they have to get ready to move into… The market has always been competitive, but with all the inventory currently available, buyers today can be even more picky and choosy. As a seller, you must be ready to compete. Do not gamble with buyers choices, BE the buyers choice. Offer a home that looks like it does not require a lot of work to live there. Colors should be neutral and soft tones, adaptable with most styles and choices of perspective buyers. Sell the space! You are moving, so go ahead and pack (2 comments)
home repairs: Negotiating Repairs on Your New Home Purchase
- 11/11/14 12:42 AM
Once you have negotiated a purchase on your new home, what should you do if some issues arise from your home inspection or appraisal? Should you have the seller address and repair the issues, negotiate a price reduction, or fix make the repairs yourself prior to closing. In this blog we will address these options in order to assist you with making a wise decision. Issues such as a new roof, gutters, sewer lines, new furnace, water heater, etc. are items that you can have the seller take care of, prior to closing. Make sure they hire a licensed professional in (2 comments)