If you’re planning on moving, you’re probably focused on how much your new home is going to cost. However, it’s also a good idea to understand the real costs associated with selling your current property. In fact, there are some costs and expenses you may not have anticipated. Here are a few examples: Home inspection. […]
2 Top Tips for Home Security
When it comes to home security, most homeowners think about door locks and alarms. These are, of course, very important. However, there is also a lot you can do around your property to prevent the possibility of a break-in. Outdoor Lighting. One important part of home security is outdoor lighting. Your home doesn’t need to […]
Painting to Sell
Getting your home ready to sell and not sure where to start? A fresh coat of paint is the fastest and most inexpensive way to make your property more attractive to buyers. It can make just about any room look stylish and new. The challenge is determining what paint colors and options you should choose […]
6 Diagnostic Tests for a Good Neighborhood
Sellers: How to Know What You Need to Do
Say you’re a homeowner wanting to sell your two-story, detached home. You sit down and make a list of things that need to get done to make your property as attractive as possible to buyers. You consider the backyard. “Hmm,” you think. “Doesn’t our deck need a new finish and our flowerbed need new edging […]
3 Sure-Fire Ways to Find a Good Contractor
If you’re considering buying a new home (or selling your old one), one of your most important tasks is to find the right professionals to help you. You’ll need a good realtor, of course – that’s why I’m here – and possibly other professionals such as a real estate lawyer, contractor, cleaner, carpet installer, plumber, electrician, […]
Home Inspectors: Friends or Foes?
Calculating Your Home’s Market Value
Your home is likely the place where you’ve made countless memories with family and friends, so it makes sense that it’s of immense sentimental value to you – priceless even. But no matter how much you cherish the memory of those many happy moments, when it comes to your home’s worth to potential buyers, it’s the “market value” that […]
Foyer Appeal 101: Make That First Impression
You’ve heard of curb appeal. Curb appeal refers to the good impression buyers tend to get when they first see your house “from the curb”. The greater the curb appeal, the more enticing your house will seem. After Curb Appeal Comes Foyer Appeal But there’s another type of appeal you may not be aware of: Foyer […]