Getting multiple offers on your home can be exciting, and there's a good chance you'll get more than one offer if you list your house in today’s market. There are more factors to consider with multiple offers than the money being offered. It is essential to pay attention to all parts of each offer. Things to be aware of include contingencies, the ability to pay close, and how much money the buyer puts...
Most homeowners have a list of things they’d like to change in their homes. Throw in a few episodes of HGTV, and the list continues to grow! The most common reason homeowners don’t act upon their wish list of renovations is the cost of a professional contractor. Professional contractors can be pricey, which leads to the most common reason homeowners tackle renovation projects on...
From the grocery store to the gas station, I know we’ve all felt the pressure of price increases lately. When expenses out of your control begin to rise, it’s a good time to review the expenses you can control and reduce where you’re spending money. You have to control your money so that it doesn’t end up controlling you. Here are a few ways to stretch your household budget. Track Your Spending...
The spring real estate market typically begins showing a lot of activity in the warmer weather, making it an excellent time to sell your home for multiple reasons: Better weather usually brings out more homebuyers More daylight and spring curb appeal will help homes show betterBuyers have extra cash from tax refunds Buyers often want to get settled into a new home during summer when their...
A new year is here, which means homeowners have new resolutions for 2022. If keeping your home clean and tidy is one of your New Year’s Resolutions, don’t make these cleaning mistakes that will wreck your beautiful home (it’ll hurt your resale value!) 1. Flushing “flushable” wipes While many cleaning and baby wipes claim to be flushable, they really aren’t since they don’t break...
We’ve been doing the COVID dance for what seems like an eternity ~ one step forward, two steps back, circle around, and repeat! Will it ever end?? I don’t know! I do know that early market predictions for 2022 show a seller’s market. Buyers will still need a fierce negotiator on their side before they hit the closing table; however, there are a few silver linings for buyers in...
At the beginning of 2020, I took a critical look at where I was in my career and where I wanted to be. I realized that real estate is my true calling, and it was time to harness my passion for helping people by turning it into something more. I was ready to create something of my own and build something from the ground up that would leave a legacy. It was time to start my own...
Selling your home when you still need to shop for a new one can feel scary, especially in the competitive seller’s market we’re in now. But, you’re not alone! Selling your home AND buying a new one can be a logistical nightmare if it’s not timed correctly. Waiting for the market to balance out may work for some, but it can also cause you to miss out on some important home seller advantages. Here...
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