December 2002

It seems an easy enough job. A friend tells you about someone who is thinking of selling their home. You give them a call, stop in, fill out a few forms and put up a yard sign. Or you spend the day touring beautiful homes with friends until they find something they like. A short while later, your friends buy the house and you make a commission that seems like a lot of money. The end. Not quite!

November 2002

Your best marketing tool when selling your home is a good real estate agent. Why? There are reasons why some agents seem to do so well. They work hard, pay attention to detail, are available at all times and use all the tools at their disposal.

 

October 2002

When you're getting ready to sell, think about what you can do to improve the look of your home. There are a lot of small, manageable projects you can undertake to spruce up your home and enhance the sale.


 

September 2002

You're thinking about buying a home. There are a number of advantages to home ownership. When you're weighing your options and evaluating your readiness, think about the rewards of homeownership.


 

August 2002

A home office can be anything from a makeshift work station in a little used corner, to an expansive space that’s private, high-tech, and professionally designed and equipped. Regardless, an efficient workspace requires planning. Evaluate how much workspace you’ll need.

 

July 2002

Household appliances that burn fuel, e.g., water heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers, must be vented to the outside. Check the draft of these appliances. This important maintenance item critical to the safety of the home's occupants since combustion byproducts can be hazardous.

 

June 2002

Curb appeal is important. What really counts is how well your interior appeals to a buyer. When prospective buyers view your home, what they actually see affects them more than “potential” or “possibility."  How does your home measure up?

 

May 2002

If you've been thinking about selling your home, spring is a good time. Before you call your Realtor®, call your tax advisor. You want to be sure you consider the tax implications of selling your home and how they might affect your profit.

 

April 2002

There's an old saying that you make your profit when you buy, not when you sell. When you buy, you should choose a home with amenities that are preferred by the majority of people. Buying the right features now can help you sell later.

 

March 2002

No one wants to buy a home with problems that become a financial drain. Buyers make purchase decisions contingent on having the property inspected by a qualified professional. Purchase offer failures can be prevented with a pre-sale inspection completed before the home is placed on the market.

 

February 2002

When is the best time to put your home on the market? Are certain times of year better than others? Here are some tips on “when to sell” to help you decide.


 

January 2002

When preparing your home for sale, create a neutral environment. Prospective buyers appreciate neutral colors, décor and carpet knowing their furniture will fit easily into this new space. Strong elements regardless of how attractive may pre– vent further consideration. Buyers will remember those elements and not the house.