In today’s tough real estate market, you must do things to make your home stand out from the crowd. Home Staging has become a popular way to make your home stand out from the crowded listing inventory. When we hear the word “Staging”, we tend to automatically think that means we need someone else to […]
Home Buying Negotiating Tips
When it comes to buying a home, the ability and willingness to negotiate is a must for both the buyer and seller. In general, sellers ask for more than they are actually willing to accept and buyers offer less than they are willing to pay. The trick is to find the perfect balance so you, […]
Staging Your Home for Sale
While it’s a good time to buy a home, it’s a brutal time to sell. So it may pay to make your home look its best. One way to do that is via staging… Have you ever staged a home for sale, or know of someone who has? We’d love to hear how it went? […]
How to Calculate the Cost Basis of Your Home
When you decide to sell your home, you need to know what the cost basis of the home is, because it needs to be noted on your income tax return for the year you sell your home. When you are considering selling your home, taxes are probably not the first thing on your mind. Taxes […]
We Buy Houses: Don’t Be Tempted By These Ads
Do you want to sell your home right away? Don’t be tempted by “We Buy Houses” or “Sell Your House in 9 days for Cash” ads, signs and billboards. Savvy real estate investors run these ads and put up posters looking for sellers under duress. These investors want to make the money you earned for […]
Pricing A Home To Sell – Making Smart Decisions In A Buyer’s Market
In the process of selling a home, the single most important item to address is pricing. Pricing a home has several factors which must be addressed in order for the outcome to result in successfully attracting a buyer. This is especially true due to the fact that most local markets are experiencing what is termed […]
Staging Your Property
Other than selecting the best price, staging your property is the most important thing you can do to ensure that your house sells for what it’s worth. Homebuyers today like to find good deals, and also want a property that is move-in ready. Sometimes, you will find people willing to purchase properties in distress if […]
Home Price Bargains For The Summer
Home prices are already one third off their highs, but this summer could bring the real discounts. Buyers are still cautious, and anxious sellers will have to price aggressively to get them off the fence. Several factors appear to be leading to blow-out prices: Accelerating price drops: Home prices have already reached their lowest level […]
The Basics of Selling a Home
The process of selling a home can differ from state to state. Before putting your house on the market, there are some important steps you must take to get the most from your investment and to protect your interests. Step One Get pre-approved to buy another house before you sign a contract to sell your […]
Real Estate Open House Tips
If you’re going to be having an open house in an effort to expose your home to more potential buyers, there are some things you should do in order to make a difference in how your home shows. Clean It UpMaking sure the home is absolutely clean is first and foremost when having an open […]