If you’ve been thinking about shrinking your square footage and moving into a smaller home, you’re probably well-aware of the obvious advantages: There’s less to clean, heat, and cool, which means a savings of time and money. But that’s only the beginning. Downsizing offers several other, less-talked-about benefits that make scaling back very appealing. Take a look at some of the big things you...
Thinking of Selling Your House? Want expert insights on selling it quickly and for top dollar? You’d be surprised how often I walk into a house with buyer clients and we turn to each other and say something like, “Are they trying to NOT sell this house?” Lots of homeowners just put their house on the market without preparing it properly. It’s not my job to care about the houses I show...
Before you list your home, you want to feel confident in the market and the opportunity to sell your property at a competitive price. And in Q2 2019, it looks like that confidence is on the rise. According to the most recent Homeownership Opportunities and Market Experience (HOME) Survey from the National Association of REALTORS®, nearly ¾ of people—73 percent—believe that now is a good time to...
We’ve had tasteful greys, farmhouse whites, and classic beiges up and down the street for so darn long… It’s no wonder people are going cuckoo for color these days! Just think, with these projects, you can brighten up your life AND add to your house’s curb appeal in a weekend or less. Front Door This one seems like a no-brainer, and yet, so many people are afraid to try it out! The reason...
When potential buyers hit the market, they typically have a list of things they want and need in their new home. As a seller, if you can anticipate those wants and needs, it puts you in a better position to successfully sell your home. And, thanks to a new survey, anticipating those wants and needs just got easier. According to a recent survey from home services company Porch, home price (77%)...
🌡️Midtown/Downtown Phoenix Market Summary🌡️Is the zip code you're interested in not here? Reach out for your very own slide! ⠀Check the photo for your Midtown and Downtown Phoenix May 2019 Residential Real Estate Market Summary. ⠀ In 85003, median sale price of 320k (May 2018 408k), median days on market 36 (May 2018 66), Active listings 56 (May 2018 66), Sold listings 15 (May 2018...
The top mistakes sellers make when selling their home and how to avoid them!
You’ve probably heard the saying, “Everyone is Irish on St Patrick’s day.” Lots of people who aren’t Irish love to celebrate on Saint Patrick’s Day. Why not?! There’s nothing wrong with going to a parade, enjoying some Irish food, and having a few drinks. But picture someone going to a parade, and having a few too many drinks. And then that person jumps up on the bandwagon...
Many people believe that when it comes to real estate, buyers want something brand new. But according to a recent report, the vast majority of buyers end up purchasing existing homes. According to the New Construction Consumer Housing Trends Report 2018, only 38% of buyers in 2018 even considered purchasing new construction. And the percentage that ended up buying a brand new home? Only...
