Archive for December, 2012

Homes are bought by comparison. I have a large inventory at my disposal through MLS while you have an inventory of one. I am very familiar with competitive houses so I can help you position your home well and also handle all advertisement efforts including maintaining heras fence covers to attract more buyer options. It is hard negotiating for yourself. I have lots of experience in writing contracts and can negotiate aggressively on [...]

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Quick fixes for new-looking carpets First, to really get it clean, sweep the carpet with a broom, which will make the nap stand up and loosen embedded dirt. Next, vacuum the carpet. Your carpet should show a noticeable improvement just from taking these two steps. If you have pets and need help neutralizing strong odors, mix one cup Borax with two cups cornmeal. Sprinkle the carpet with this mixture. Let stand one hour, then vacuum. To freshen [...]

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The right landscape design can make all the difference to a prospective buyer, especially when it’s beautifully and carefully executed. In fact, REALTORS®and landscape professionals estimate that a well-landscaped yard can add 5% to 15% to the selling value of a house. Houses that look good from the road carry higher price tags—a fact that turns landscape investments into money in the bank when selling a house. Here are a [...]

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Here are a few tips to make your home more attractive to a potential buyer: Reduce clutter Clean out closets, pick up clutter, and pare down what’s inside. That goes for those treasured family photos and mementos, too. The reason? Besides adding a spacious feel to the home, pared-down surroundings can help potential buyers better envision themselves and their family photos in the house. Pack away items and special collections usually displayed in cabinets and hutches, and move [...]

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A few changes may decrease time on the market and increase sales price. You know you should clean everything and get rid of clutter. But aside from that, how do you broaden the appeal of your house? Go here to learn some more about sell an investment property. Here are a few tips: Walk through the house and prioritize things that, if changed, would increase the value of your home. For example, repainting a child’s bubblegum pink [...]

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