Posts from March 2018

We are living in the age of technology, where buyers can be proactive in the search for new homes. Unlike years ago, when people relied solely on their realtors to supply them with the active listings, buyers can search the web and find properties that interest them before meeting their realtors. Listings require a strong online presence. Aesthetically pleasing online images are a key tool used to motivate potential buyers to pursue properties. Professional real estate photographers know how to showcase a home's best assets. There are many things that contribute to good real estate photos, lighting, angles, and staging along with editing techniques to name a few. Your listings will attract more attention and sell a lot faster. Your listing will also have the potential to sell for more mone...

Are you preparing to save your home? You don't have to tear out your walls (or your hair) to attract buyers and improve the value of your home. There are many simple ways to make a big impact on buyers. You won't recognize your home, and it won't cost you a ton of time or money.

Take Advantage Of Spring (Or Winter, Summer, Or Fall) Cleaning Season

Put yourself in a potential buyer's shoes. Do you like dirt? Do you like foul odors? Do you want to spend thousands of dollars on a house that has them? Hopefully, your answer is "no," and if it isn't, please send me your mother's phone number. Regardless, your buyer's answer will be a resounding NO if they feel the need to shower after they leave. Get into those nooks and crannies that are ignored by your routi...

Has your family outgrown your home? Perhaps your needs—or even just your personal tastes—have changed. "Starter homes" have become a growing trend as fewer people plan to stay in their first homes long-term. If you notice any of the 5 signs, it may be time to talk to your realtor about making a change:

Change In Household Size

Family sizes change all too quickly. One minute, you're welcoming your brand new baby to its first home; the next, you're watching your youngest fly out of the nest. If you feel like you're literally living on top of one another or that your house has turned into a giant, empty cavern, it might be time to consider moving to a space that meets your new needs.

Plenty Of Home Equity

If you decide...