Today, we are in Month 7 of our series on “12 Months To Sell Your Home.” Once your home goes live on the market, you can expect to receive offers.  We have already discussed the importance of preparing your home for showings and pricing it close to market value to obtain the greatest interest from […]

You love hanging out with certain friends or have the perfect roommate in your current rental.  You’ve got a great relationship with one of your siblings who lives nearby. You and your partner have been together for years and want something more permanent. Should you buy a home with them? It’s not uncommon for family […]

This month we will cover some tips to prepare your home for Open Houses and Showings! First of all, buyers have an opinion of your home prior to visiting in person which is made possible by the photos they see on the internet. Realtors can afford to use a professional photographer, so please confirm that […]

No home sale is final until you get to settlement. That is a fact and explains why real estate signs say “Contract Pending” before being replaced with “Sold.” There’s a lot that goes on after a buyer’s offer is accepted by the seller. And a key factor in getting to closing day is the home […]

When selling your home, we want to create a marketing plan that reaches the greatest number of potential buyers.  One of the best ways we do that is by listing it on the MLS (multiple listing service) which syndicates to thousands of websites all over the world!  We only have one shot to get this […]

Where you live affects everything about your lifestyle. Read the above statement again and think about it. Why? Because finding a location that matches your wants and needs is so critical to your happiness in your home and in your daily life. Think about this … you can always change or alter something you don’t […]

In month 3, we want to make a list and prepare mentally for preparing your home to look it’s absolute best when it comes time to sell. Since you are selling in a year or two, you can to do a splendid job in this area because you can plan way ahead of time and […]

If you’re a buyer on a tight budget, your family may be able or willing to help you with your downpayment. If that’s the case, lucky you!  First thing to decide:  should you or shouldn’t you accept their help? It is help that many first-time buyers do welcome, especially if coming up with a down […]

In month 2, we want to think about the timing of selling your home. It’s a good thing you are planning to sell your home in a year or two, because you can plan this out way ahead of time and be well prepared! Understanding market trends:  Today’s market is still going strong in Northern […]

As a homeowner, you can benefit from tax breaks that can shave thousands of dollars off from your IRS bill each year, which could mean a higher refund check.  Since it’s that time of year we are all gathering our documents and working on getting out taxes in ASAP. I wanted to remind you about […]