For a seller who has a house in the market for quite a while, it’s exhilarating to get a call telling you that someone is making an offer. You go through a series of emotions – initially you feel ecstatic, the next moment when everything sets in, you start to worry thinking that the offer may may not be as … Read More

If you want to sell your home in the soonest time at a good price, you need to make your house look attractive and interesting to buyers. Here are twenty sure-fire tips to do this: Preparation The first thing you need to take care of is the outside since this is the first thing that potential buyers see. The lawn … Read More

There are many good ways to invest in real estate. Hopefully you got some of your insight from us. There are a lot of mistakes sellers can get into when they put up their house for sale. There was a seller in Virginia who had a half bath that was originally placed at the front of his house. He thought … Read More

The price you set for your home is very important. It will determine how long it will stay in the market and how much profit you will get. The knowledge of your real estate agent with regards to this matter is crucial. He or she should be able to inform you in terms of the current market condition, what sells … Read More

When you decide to sell your home, one of the things you’ll need to do is to determine an asking price. This can be difficult because you need to find a balance between attracting good offers and getting a high profit. As you figure it out, you’ll learn about fair market value, which means the amount that you and the … Read More

<p style=”text-align: left;”>Before you put up that “For Sale” sign, make sure that your house is ready for showing. First impressions are very important. You need to attract the buyers at first sight so you can catch their interest.</p> <p style=”text-align: left;”>You may think your effort won’t be necessary especially if you’re in a hot market. But a good first … Read More

During the holiday season we think about a lot of things – family, food, decors, parties, shopping. Selling your house is probably not on the top of your list at this time. But the holidays actually be a good opportunity to show your home to potential buyers. A home adorned with Christmas decors and lights add to its appeal. Here … Read More

Some people are wondering if luxury homes can also be subject to short sales. The answer is yes. But it has to be done properly because it is sensitive. There are more factors involved. With the use of our technology and marketing strategies, we will find qualified buyers. A short sale can work to the advantage of any property. But … Read More

Do you work full time as a real estate agent? How long have you been working full time in this field? What professional associations do you have? By asking if they’re working full time allows you to determine how committed you can expect them to be in your transactions. The length of time they’ve spent on this field can give … Read More

When you sell your home, especially at a time when your taxes are due, you could get financial shelter. Thanks to The Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997, the real estate sector can receive what is considered the best tax shelter through their homes. According to the federal tax law, when you sell your home, you can keep, tax free, capital … Read More

As a seller, your goal is to sell your home in the soonest possible time at the most favorable price. To achieve this, there are many factors involved. Some of these factors like the home’s condition, asking price and marketing strategy are factors that you can control. However there are some other things that influence a buyer’s decision in buying … Read More

Self-move means that you take care of packing and coordinating with people who can help you move your things to your new place. Since you have to take care of all these on your own, it can be overwhelming. Below is a list of things you’ll need to think about when you’re considering self-moving along with tips you might find … Read More

Take time to think about why you want to sell your home. It can be from a need to move to another place or you need to find a bigger home for your growing family. Ask yourself what you want to accomplish from this sale. As you think about this, you need to also define the time frame and profit … Read More

They say that if you want to sell a house, it should have curb appeal. What it means is that you should make your house look captivating enough that homebuyers who drive by your house should be compelled to stop and take down the contact information for your agent. According to the National Association of Realtors, curb appeal is the … Read More

If you want to sell your house, aside from the washing and the scrubbing, you need to remove the clutter. This doesn’t only mean taking taking out the obvious trash like, empty cans of paint or boxes of unused items that have been sitting in the garage for as long as you could remember. It also means removing personal items … Read More

When you sell your home, you can’t expect to take home all of the sale price. There are many fees to pay – commissions, taxes and miscellaneous and they can take out up to 7% of the sale price. How do you determine your net profit? When you receive an offer, your real estate agent will give you a Seller’s … Read More

Sixty seconds is all you have to create a good first impression. Here are detailed ways on how you can make your home attractive to potential buyers. Outside the house: Cut the grass and make sure it stays that way. Make the yard look neat by taking away clutter. Pull out the weeds and put fresh mulch to flower beds. … Read More

The outside of your home is the first thing that buyers will notice. It’s what gets them interested in your home. If you’re thinking about improving your home, you’ll be getting your money’s worth if you do a good job on the exterior. According to Remodeling Magazine’s 2009-10 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report, six out of the top ten remodeling … Read More

Buyers in general are more attracted to houses with fireplaces. They give a warm and cozy feel. They usually become the centerpiece of a room. Fireplaces add to the aesthetic appeal of a house. They also keep houses warm during cold times. Even though there are already other possible sources for heat, it can still come in handy when there … Read More

Determining the price of your home is crucial to the sale. Wrong pricing could either cause your house to stay longer in the market or could mean getting less from the actual value of your home. This is why sellers opt to pay $300 to $400 to have their homes appraised before putting it on the market, says Alan Hummel, … Read More