Selling a Home

Biggest challenge of 2014 real estate market

2013 was dubbed by some the year of the move-up buyer, and 2014 is even stronger… creating the year's biggest challenge… getting caught in the middle of a housing logjam!...
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Flow

Flow can be applied to many things in this world.  Creeks, clouds and winds are constantly flowing.  In their movement they are never the same from one moment to another....
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Where do I begin?

I work with people in all stages of housing transitions… from renting to buying a first home… moving up because of growing family, schools, jobs… downsizing because of life changes,...
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How long should it last? Life expectancy of home components

Sellers should know that buyers often ask how long a furnace, roof, water heater, appliances, etc usually lasts… it’s a big help in factoring in upcoming costs when considering making...
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Does your home have to be in perfect condition and beautifully staged to sell?

Buyers often look at dozens of homes before making a decision to buy. If you are a seller, how do you make yours stand out to be the one they...
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So what DOES a Home Stager Do?

Some people are familar with what Home Stagers do and some are not. Some have used them and some are thinking about using one.    I can sum up what...
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What information do buyers find most useful when searching for a home?

It should come as no surprise that 94% of buyers now search for homes online, often starting to look long before they are ready to buy. When it came to...
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2014 Average Remodeling Costs and Return on Investment

After falling for three years in 2010-2012, the value of remodeling increased in 2014 for the second year in a row. Nationwide, the cost to value ratio stands at 66.1%...
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