Ruthlessly Cut The Clutter The reason moving costs become exorbitant and boxes take up so much space is simply because you have too much stuff! Try cutting the clutter out of your life before you move and ruthlessly purge what you're not using. This will make your move less overwhelming and stressful while also giving you the ability to start fresh in your new home. If you have older things that need repair or replacement, this is a good time to let them go! Organize Paperwork In regards to your move, you will generate quite a bit of paperwork in the form of … Continue reading...
Things to Think About When Selling a Home
Do you have 56 days to wait for your home to sell? Unfortunately, that's the average amount of time a home sits on the market these days. Luckily, if you're selling a house and want to get it done fast, there are a few things you can do to speed up the process. Follow the five tips below to speed up the selling process. 1. Price to Sell If you want to sell your home quickly, you can't be picky about your offers. Buyers are coming to you to negotiate. If you don't have reasonable offers to work with, you'll need to settle for below what you want for your … Continue reading...
Things to Think About
There’s a lot of discussion about affordability as home prices continue to appreciate rapidly. Even though the most recent index on affordability from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows homes are more affordable today than the historical average, some still have concerns about whether or not it’s truly affordable to buy a home right now. When addressing this topic, there are various measures of affordability to consider. However, very few of the indexes compare the affordability of owning a home to renting one. In a paper just published by … Continue reading...
What to Expect Listing Your Home!
You’ve signed the listing agreement. You’ve filled out your property disclosure. The photographer has taken photos and your pictures are ready. All the details of your home have been researched, a fantastic description has been written, and your Multiple Listing Service entry is ready to go live. What’s next? Your house will sell within days, if not the first day. (47% of homes sell within 7 days. 90% of homes sell within 30 days.) Here are the scenarios that may occur after you “hit the market”, and how you may handle them: You have several … Continue reading...
It is Getting Hot Out!
Summer. It’s hot. Really hot! With temperatures in Montgomery hovering near 90 degrees, you may have already seen the numbers going up on your power bill from your air conditioning running non-stop. But there are ways to help keep your house cool during heatwaves that will not only allow you to be more comfortable but will also assist in lowering your power bill. Here are some tips for keeping cool when it’s HOT, HOT, HOT outside: INSULATE YOUR ATTIC You can make your home more energy efficient by installing quality attic insulation. Good … Continue reading...
Items to Ask an Inspector
“Can I get an explanation?” We’ll make your report as easy to understand as possible, but we know it can still be somewhat daunting to go through, especially if you’re a first-time buyer or new agent. That’s why we’re happy to expand on any of our findings with a more in-depth explanation. “Is this a big problem or a small one?” Most issues we uncover will be small and easy to fix. Others may warrant a closer look and some consideration before you agree to buy the home. It’s in your best interest to ask us this … Continue reading...
4 Budgeting Tips
4 Budgeting Tips for You When Buying a Home 4 Budgeting Tips for You When Buying a Home Many think homeownership costs will get in the way of living the type of life they are accustomed to, whether that includes dining out at new restaurants, shopping or traveling around the world. Buying a new home doesn't mean you will have to give up all you have gotten used to. The key to home ownership means sticking to a budget, knowing what you can afford and managing extra costs wisely. If this is something you really want with a little bit of patience and budgeting your dream can become a … Continue reading...
Experts Say Homes Prices Will?
Experts Say Home Prices Will Continue to Appreciate REPORT Its clear that consumers are concerned about how quickly home values are rising. Many people fear the speed of appreciation may lead to a crash in prices later this year. In fact, Google reports that the search for When is the housing market going to crash? has actually spiked 2450% over the past month. In addition, Jim Dalrymple II of Inman News notes: One of the most noteworthy things that came up in Inmans conversations with agents was that every single one said they've had … Continue reading...
Let’s Talk About Budgeting
As prices are rising and more buyers are finding themselves competing in bidding wars, it’s more important than ever to make sure your plan includes budgeting for closing costs. Let’s connect to be sure you have everything you need to land your dream home. … Continue reading...
Markets
Hot, Normal or Cold Markets: When Should I Buy? Hot, Normal or Cold Markets: When Should I Buy? Picture credit to ListReports Many people are sitting on the fence trying to decide if now’s the time to buy a house. Some are renters who have a strong desire to become homeowners but are unsure if buying right now makes sense. Others may be homeowners who are realizing that their current home no longer fits their changing needs. To determine if you should buy now or wait another year, ask three simple questions: Do I think home values will be higher a year from … Continue reading...