Selling
Five Ways to Increase the Value of Your Basement
The basement is usually an afterthought in homes, especially if it’s not already finished when you move in. The lack of natural light compared to the ground floor and above doesn’t always make for the most inviting space. However, there are plenty of ways to improve your basement that will both increase your home’s value…
Read More20 Tips for Preparing Your House for Sale This Spring
The spring season is here! And in the northwest, that begins the busy season for real estate. If you’re planning to sell your home, doing the little things to spruce up the house will give you an edge over the competition. You wouldn’t see a dirty car, right? Then why not clean up your home…
Read MoreWhich Features Are Young Buyers Looking For In A Home?
Millennials are the second-largest segment of home buyers, ranking behind only baby boomers, according to the National Association of Realtors. Here are five features that tend to entice millennials who are looking to buy. An up-to-date kitchen and bath Younger buyers often have limited funds for renovations, so it’s important that they have functional…
Read More8 Tips for Adding Curb Appeal and Value to Your Home
Homes with high curb appeal command higher prices and take less time to sell. We’re not talking about replacing vinyl siding with redwood siding; we’re talking about maintenance and beautifying tasks you’d like to live with anyway. The way your house looks from the street — attractively landscaped and well-maintained — can add thousands to…
Read MoreLack of Inventory Slowing Home Sales
Some Highlights: The National Association of Realtors (NAR) recently released their latest Existing Home Sales Report. First-time homebuyers made up 31% of all sales in August. Homes are selling quickly with 51% of homes on the market for less than a month. A limited supply continues to drive up prices for the 66th consecutive…
Read MoreThe Home Selling Roadmap
Start with the Right Real Estate Agent The first step is picking the right agent, someone who knows your area, current market trends, and someone that you will click with personality wise. Your agent should be able to provide you with current sales data as well as recently sold comparative homes to guide…
Read MoreDo You Know How Much Equity You Have In Your Home?
CoreLogic’s latest Equity Report revealed that 91,000 properties regained equity in the first quarter of 2017. This is great news for the country, as 48.2 million of all mortgaged properties are now in a positive equity situation. Price Appreciation = Good News for Homeowners Frank Nothaft, CoreLogic’s Chief Economist, explains: “One million borrowers achieved positive equity over the last year,…
Read More3 Reasons The Housing Market Is NOT In A Bubble
With housing prices appreciating at levels that far exceed historical norms, some are fearful that the market is heading for another bubble. To alleviate that fear, we just need to look back at the reasons that caused the bubble ten years ago. Last decade, demand for housing was artificially propped up because mortgage lending standards…
Read More5 Reasons To Hire A Real Estate Professional When Buying Or Selling
Whether you are buying or selling a home it can be quite an adventurous journey, which is why you need an experienced real estate professional to guide you on the path to your ultimate goal. In this world of instant gratification and internet searches, many sellers think that they can For Sale by Owner (or FSBO). The 5…
Read MoreCan Your Agent Answer These Important Questions?
Whether you are selling or buying a home, the real estate agent you hire is critical to guaranteeing your family makes the right decision. Most agents can walk you through the process and explain the industry ‘lingo,’ but you should expect much more than that. The housing crisis made everyone aware that truly understanding the real estate…
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