You've probably heard about "home staging". As the name implies, it's all about arranging each room in your home in a way that will make the best impression on buyers. Here's what you need to know about staging if you're thinking of listing your property.
1. Staging can get you a higher price.
On average, a fully-staged home tends to sell for 17% mor...
There are many good reasons to put your property on the market. Some examples include a relocation, the kids leaving the nest, the need for something bigger or smaller, and the list goes on and on. However, there are also some less-than-obvious indicators that it may be time to sell. Consider the following:
If you are thinking to add more value to your home, but you are not sure how, here is a short-list of some of the best ways to do so.KitchenYes, the kitchen is still No. 1 when it comes to the value of your home. If your kitchen is woefully outdated, a complete renovation could be a good investment. Chances are you can get away with some cheaper al...
The most exciting time for both client and agent is when the offer has been accepted. After the high-fives are exchanged, clients will often ask me “what now?” As they say, the devil’s in the details, but I have several contacts who I trust to make sure every detail has been properly taken care of.
When a client asks me a question about a service related to the purchase or sale of a home, it’s not enough to have an answer ready. I have to BE the answer – able to meet my client’s needs without hesitation.
It’s been said that it takes a village to raise a child. The same is true in the real estate business: it takes a village to buy or sell a ho...
Let's face it.. there will come a time when we just want less things to worry about and live a simple life. Maybe the kids are already grown up and have purchased their own homes. Maybe you retired from work and would like to do more travelling. Or maybe you just don't want to spend your days cleaning your big house everyday. Whatever the r...
