Buyers & Sellers information

 

Selling your home

 

These are tips that won't cost a lot but can make a big difference on the appearance of your home. It is amazing how just a little attention to the details will add that special appeal that the buyer is looking for!

 

Outside your home

 

Curb appeal is the first impression of your house. Cut the grass, sweep the front walks and keep the flower gardens maintained 

Pick up any garbage that is around your home and property

Clean up any children’s toys

Wash the windows inside and out

 

Inside your home

 

Put a fresh coat of paint in the most used areas of the home. This will clean as well as brighten up the rooms.

Fresh flowers

Clean the kitchen and bathrooms

Vacuum the carpets

Shampoo dirty carpets

Make the beds and put any dirty laundry away in the hamper

Wash floors and walls that paint wasn’t applied to

Get rid of clutter. Clean out your closets, garage, basement and attic. Use self storage if necessary.

 

Replace kitchen and bathroom fixtures that are worn or leaking

 

Clean under the sinks. If there is any leaks fix them. Then clean up the damage using contact paper or paint

People will notice a leaking or worn-out faucet. By replacing these items, you will give a new look to the room.

 

Get rid of any bad smells/odors in your home

 

Pay attention to pet or cigarette odors.

Spray a mild scented air fresheners around the house

Do some light baking the day before a showing so your home smells delightful

 

Buying a home

 

For most people, buying a home will be the single largest investment they'll make during their lifetime. It is important that you get a realtor that you feel comfortable with and that can ease your fears and make the transaction go as smoothly as possible.There are a few things that you can do ahead of time to make your house search more easier and make you feel more prepared. Here are a few steps that you can take to make your house search more efficient:Think about where you would like to live, what things you would like in a house then write them down

 

Location:

Are you looking to live in town or rural

Are you wanting acreage with a home

Rural: have to consider wells, community water systems and septic systems

distance to amenities, schools

 

In-Town

Access and distance to public transportation, schools if needed

Would you want to be on a quiet street, cul-de-sac or busy street

Distance to amenities.

 

Home

A view or not

Number of bedrooms/bathroom

Size of yard and maintenance

Do you want a garage or carport

Would you want a shop

How many levels you want

What types of features would you prefer included in the home

Amount of parking

Fireplaces