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Staging

Quick Top Staging Tips

HOME STAGING – QUICK TIPS Quick, Easy Staging Tips A house must look its best to attract buyers and sell for the most money possible. Buyers buy because it feels right. Curb appeal is one of the most overlooked features. What buyers see on the outside is what they expect to see on the inside […]
Buying Issues

Thinking of Buying?

THINGS TO KNOW WHEN BUYING Thinking of Buying? Buying a home can be stressful. It’s a big investment, both financially and emotionally. And you want to be sure you’re not overpaying. Sellers believe they are making a rational judgement about their home. Truth is, sellers are often biases and believe their home is worth as […]
Selling Issues

Want to Sell?

SOME THINGS TO KNOW WHEN SELLING Thinking of Selling? Do you know what buyers are really thinking? A buyer is only interested in looking at your home if he knows what’s in it for him. Your goal is to sell your home. At a higher price. In less time. For the highest return possible. So […]
Probate

Timelines in the Probate Process

PROBATE TIMELINES How Long does probate take? Administrators often expect that probate will either be a very short process, or one that drags on for months. Either of these scenarios can occur. And it varies from state to state. And everyone’s situation is different. For example, if family members don’t agree it can slow things […]

Staging Quick Top Staging Tips HOME STAGING – QUICK TIPS Quick, Easy Staging Tips A house must look its best to attract buyers and sell for the most money possible. Buyers buy because it feels right. Curb appeal is one of the most overlooked features. What buyers see on the outside is what they expect to see on the inside […]

Buying Issues Thinking of Buying? THINGS TO KNOW WHEN BUYING Thinking of Buying? Buying a home can be stressful. It’s a big investment, both financially and emotionally. And you want to be sure you’re not overpaying. Sellers believe they are making a rational judgement about their home. Truth is, sellers are often biases and believe their home is worth as […]

Selling Issues Want to Sell? SOME THINGS TO KNOW WHEN SELLING Thinking of Selling? Do you know what buyers are really thinking? A buyer is only interested in looking at your home if he knows what’s in it for him. Your goal is to sell your home. At a higher price. In less time. For the highest return possible. So […]

Probate Timelines in the Probate Process PROBATE TIMELINES How Long does probate take? Administrators often expect that probate will either be a very short process, or one that drags on for months. Either of these scenarios can occur. And it varies from state to state. And everyone’s situation is different. For example, if family members don’t agree it can slow things […]

Buying Issues Top 4 Buyer Fears BUYING – BUYER FEARS Top 4 Buyer Fears Being able to afford a mortgage. What if you lose your job? Or have a serious medical problem? Knowledge is power. Talk with a trusted mortgage broker to estimate monthly expense, mortgage, taxes, utilities. Over whelming maintenance costs. Avoid buying more house than you can afford. A good home […]

Selling Issues Why Homes Don’t Sell SELLING? – WHY HOMES DON’T SELL 3 Reasons why homes don’t sell. Incorrect pricing. Pricing is critical. One of the most crucial factors in the sale of a property is pricing it correctly for its location, condition, improvements, and other factors. Price it right, you are on your way to a successful sale. Get it […]

Staging Is Home Staging Worth It? HOME STAGING – Is It Worth It? Does Home Staging Pay Off? It is proven! A properly staged home will fetch as much as 10% to 15% more than one not staged … and will sell in less time. When assessing budgets, the order of importance is curb appeal, kitchens, then bathrooms. And color. Color […]

Buying Issues First Steps When Buying BUYING – FIRST STEPS Step Number One. Get a pre-approval letter BEFORE you start your search. Why is this so critical? You’ll know what you can afford. This will save you valuable time help avoid future disappointments. You’ll be ready to make an offer when a home feels right for you. With a pre-approval in […]

Selling Issues First Things First When Selling SELLING – FIRST THINGS FIRST The First Step. Decide why you want to sell, and what you want to accomplish. Important questions to consider … Do you have time constraints? (Are you getting transferred, school schedules) Do you have immediate financial needs? (To sell quicker, lower your price) How motivated are you? (What will selling […]

Probate Common Mistakes to Avoid During Probate PROBATE – COMMON MISTAKES Most Common Mistakes made when selling Probate Property. One common mistake is selecting the wrong service providers. This could be a very costly mistake. Are you wondering whether to liquidate the personal property? It can be helpful to contact a reputable estate sales company, one that is experienced with probate. And […]

Staging Staging Vs Decorating HOME STAGING – STAGING VS DECORATING What is Home Staging? We hear terms like declutter, neutralize, and curb appeal but what does that really mean. If you think about it, we “decorate” our home to reflect our lifestyle. Decorating is for the homeowner. Staging is for the buyer – to make them feel comfortable. The […]

Probate Top Mistakes to Avoid When Selling a Probate Property 4 Top Mistakes to Avoid When Selling Probate Real Estate Avoiding these common mistakes when selling probate real estate will save you time, help you avoid unnecessary stress – and could save you thousands of dollars. 1. Not having the right guidance. If you do not feel comfortable filing the petition for probate on your […]