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Consumers are willing to pay more for a preowned product that provides proof of proper maintenance. Think of a certified preowned vehicle or a factory refurbished electronic device. It is not brand new, and there are no guarantees, but that added confidence adds value.
Why should a house be handled any differently?!
Many Home Sellers are not prepared for the potential requirements that their local municipality will impose on them in order to issue a certificate of occupancy.
We are looking for your thoughts!
As we continue to develop the HomePrep services to help ease the Home Selling process, we would like insight from consumers!
Selling a House is A LOT of work. I get why many just want to skip over the home prep and sell a home AS IS.
BUT… is this really the best options for you?
Our Home is an expression of our personality. It is the place that provides that uplifting feeling each and every day and the space that we long to return to when away.
Rising and Falling Interest rates impact a home buyer’s budget. Understanding this concept is critical for BOTH home Buyer’s AND Sellers when strategizing in the current real estate market.
Lifestyle vs. Quality of Life
Sometimes our society confuses an ideal lifestyle with a high quality of life. Although these could merge, I don’t believe them to be equal.
Stay informed about the real estate market in your community!
“I’ve never really thought about buying a house… I guess I didn’t realize it was even an option for me.”
3 Tips for First Time Home Buyers in 2023
Not every community is experiencing the same conditions, but in the high demand neighborhoods that I serve in PA and NJ, it feels a bit like a traffic jam of Buyers!
I think it’s safe to say that anyone looking to buy or sell real estate wants a good deal. Buyers want assurance that they are paying fair value for a property. Sellers want confidence that they are maximizing their profit.
Everyone wants to time the market for when conditions will best favor their situation.
The past few months I’ve noticed an uptick in questions swirling around finances. The uncertainty of the economy, the increased cost of living, and the surging home values in recent years have many hard working families scrambling to get back on track.
Check out this post for Expert Advice on some of your financial questions!
Interest rates are no longer in record low territory, home values are up, available homes for sale are down, and inflation is tightening our pockets with every day essentials.
Home buyers are questioning their next move…
2022 - 3rd Quarter Data is now available! I update my home town of Collingswood on this page. Please reach out if you would like data specific to your neighborhood!
Check out my list of recommended home updates, but I also dive into some of the important factors you need to understand BEFORE starting that project!
Years of gathering treasures can be overwhelming to sort through when the time comes to sell a property. Ease the stress with these suggestions.
Collingswood 2022 Q2 Market Update
Quick update on the real estate market in my hometown of Collingswood, NJ. View stats, recent sales, or contact for a curated analysis of your home’s value
Your tolerance may be different than others. Avoid the awkward roadblocks when a Buyer balks at signing because of a mess. Here are some tips for Home Sellers to take care of before closing day.
Check out these ideas to give your home’s exerior a facelift!
In a shifting market, here are some important tips to keep in mind when selling your home this fall.
Why it is important that all homeowners stay up to date with their local real estate market trends
Three tasks for home sellers to tackle before listing their home
DEclutter
DEpersonalize
DEEP clean
Are buyer love letters a good idea?
In a competitive Sellers Real Estate Market, many hopeful home buyers are forced to get creative with their offers. Including ‘Buyer Love Letters’ with an offer has become a frequent topic of conversation.
This is a business transaction, but for many Sellers (and Buyers of course) it is also an emotional one. This is a home filled with memories.
So could it benefit Buyers to pull at a Seller’s Heart Strings by including a Love Letter with their offer?
Let’s discuss this a bit…
2021 Real Estate Market Roundup
Anyone who jumped into the real estate market as either a Buyer or Seller in 2021 knows what an atypical year it was! Extremely low housing inventory and increased Buyer demand in many markets created a recipe for a Strong Sellers Market.
The real estate market is a Roller Coaster! A Home Coaster if you will (yep I know that’s a cheesy plug!). It’s important to stay in tune with the current market. If you are considering a purchase, a sale, or simply wanting to stay educated on your local market for your property equity… having a trusted real estate advisor is just as important as having a trusted accountant/attorney/physician.
Preparing for the Market Shift
Mortgage interest rates have been historically low for awhile now, which has been a big factor in this wild real estate market we have been experiencing.
Low interest rates have created both a surge of homeowners wanting to refinance as well as gave prospective home buyers more buying power.
Interest rates are one of many factors that impact the market, so with all the chatter around the FED raising rates, many are asking how that will shift the real estate market.
How to price your home
Are you wondering what your home is worth in the current market?
If you have considered selling your home, chances are that the most important thing to you is the price your home will sell for.
I know you have already been poking around online and looking at automated valuation tools, but how confident are you that the computer is spitting out an accurate analysis of your property?
Properly pricing a home is a critical step to a successful sale. A Realtor can advise as to where that pricing sweet spot is within the current market to make sure you feel confident with your home’s true value.
3 Tips for preparing your home for sale
Even with many markets currently favoring the Seller, it is still important to take the time to properly prepare your home before listing. This will help to maximize Buyer interest and help bring the strong offers you want!
Many of today’s Buyers prefer a home with minimal projects. They all know that they are paying a premium to invest in a property right now. If they are paying top dollar for a house, they are not interested in any immediate and costly projects.
If the home is not properly prepared, most Buyers will have a hard time overlooking any glaring issues and may hesitate on presenting an offer.
The good news is that while inventory remains low, Sellers may be able to gain traction with a little less home prepping effort. If you are looking to do minimal prep, here are my Top 3 Tips to get your home ready for sale!
What is a full service realtor?
“If the market is so Hot… with Buyers lining up at every For Sale sign… why should I bother paying a full service real estate commission?”
Here’s a recent experience of mine that I’d like to share.
I had a client interested in a property that was listed in the MLS. The seller decided that given the hot real estate market, they only needed a limited services broker to enter the property in the MLS and they would handle the transaction from there.
We ended up working through the process together, but with natural learning curve obstacles along the way. I commend them for their effort in self representation, but it was obvious at times that they may have been a bit overwhelmed.