Selling A Home In Autumn
The fall real estate market is almost always a hot season. Home selling in autumn or fall is the second best time of the year to sell a home. Families have returned from summer vacations. Kids have gone back to school. The holidays aren't yet upon us, at least not yet in an annoying way. We are set to enjoy 75 to 80 days of normalcy, and that's a great time to sell a home. In parts of the country with four seasons, we watch leaves explode in vibrant colors as for sale signs p
What You Should Know Before Buying a Condominium
Condos were once thought of as homes that attracted singles or couples, often without children. But today, condos are growing in popularity and attracting families of all sizes. Condos can be an excellent choice for the right buyers. Here are a few things that should considered before purchasing a condo. Most buyers start with the condo itself. That may be a good place to begin but, before they buy, buyers should also consider other factors outside of the condo. Some develope
Six No-Skip Steps To Buying A Home
There are Six major steps you will take when you buy a home and each one is as important in its own way as the last. Make your wish list -- Decide where you want to live and how many bedrooms and baths you'll need. Consider lifestyle -- condominiums offer shared amenities, with little responsibility. Single-family homes offer more space and privacy, but they also require more exterior and yard maintenance. Consider buying a fixer-upper for a reduced cost so you can remodel it
What Not to Do While House Hunting
Searching for a house to buy can be daunting, and most of the homes you see won't be what you're looking for. Get through it efficiently and painlessly by avoiding these common house hunting mistakes. Don't just pick up the phone, call the number on the sign, and go by yourself. First, it's unsafe. Second, you can end up looking at a bunch of properties that don't meet your search criteria or price range, wasting your time. Third, it can make sellers think you are unrepresent
Beat The Heat With These Hot Selling Tips
Don’t you just love watching HGTV shows? They can be really beneficial to watch while trying to prepare your home for a sale, as there are many clever design inspirations. While we don’t recommend any major renovations before a sale, we do believe in the importance of staging or cleaning up your property. Not only should the interior of the house be decluttered and spruced up, but the exterior should be as well, especially during the hot months. Each season has its benefits w
Can You Trust Zillow's Home Price Zestimate? In a Word: No.
I got an email from Zillow last week. Seems my house has gone up in value another $2,000+ dollars in the past 30 days. And it's going to rise another 3.5% in the next year, according to their Zestimate®. Fab! Except that it's just speculation. When it comes to Zillow's Zestimates, you have to take the numbers with a grain of salt. Make that a big shake of salt, right over your shoulder. And maybe a stiff drink. And a frank conversation with your real estate agent. "Shoppers,