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👊Most Important Things to Do Before and After Closing 👊

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Know what to do after we accept your offer. Find out things you need to do before you move into your new home. http://www.zillow.com/blog/most-important-things-to-do-before-and-after-closing-109962/ TIP: “I’ve had clients call me and say they’ve quit their job, or bought a new car,” just before close, says Mark Livingstone, a mortgage broker with Cornerstone First Financial in … Continued

😭 7 Insane (But True) Factors That Pull Down Your Home Value 😭

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Avoid these negative factors that can drag down the value of your home. Check these out! http://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/7-insane-true-factors-pull-home-value/ Tip: “Neighbors that are less than desirable are a nuisance, but when it comes to your home, they can also be a problem on your home’s value. Noisy, messy or sketchy neighbors can pull down your home’s value. Unfortunately, … Continued

🔧 Why Home Maintenance is Important 🔧

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Keeping your home in good condition is very important regardless you’re planning to sell or not. Find out why. http://blog.landmarkhw.com/post/why-home-maintenance-is-important Tip: “Preventive maintenance saves you money. Many of these items can be done by the homeowner, cutting costs significantly, although the cost of hiring a professional is usually better than not performing the maintenance at … Continued

😭 Biggest Losers: Home Improvements That Don’t Pay Off 😭

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Not all improvements are worthy, sometimes it doesn’t entice buyers.So before you bring out your wallet, check this out. https://www.househunt.com/news-realestate/biggest-losers-home-improvements-dont-pay-off/ Tip: “While it’s certainly a smart move to make a few improvements, don’t overdo it. If you spend stacks of cash on remodeling expenses, you’ll probably never recoup your investment.” – Investopedia We buy houses … Continued

👀 5 Steps to Prepare for Home Tours 👀

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Before you open your door, make sure that all is well. Check what are the steps you can do to prepare your home for a house tour. http://blog.landmarkhw.com/post/5-steps-to-prepare-for-home-tours Tip: “Put your buyer’s hat on and walk thru your home like it is the first time,” says Marilou Young, an Accredited Staging Professional and an Associate … Continued

😣 6 THINGS SELLERS DO THAT KILL THEIR SALES 😣

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Sell your home as quick as possible. Check these 6 things that you need to avoid. http://www.millerhobbs.com/2016/09/29/6-things-sellers-do-that-kill-their-sales/ Tip: “You’ve poured money into renovations and upgrades, and you know your neighborhood is selling well. But that doesn’t mean you’ll get all of that money back when it’s time to sell. Keep in mind that not all … Continued

👋 5 Reasons Why a Listing Won’t Sell 👋

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If your property been sitting in the market for a long time, definitely something must be wrong. Find out common reasons why listing won’t sell. http://www.blog.househuntnetwork.com/5-reasons-why-a-listing-wont-sell/ TIP: Be realistic from day one. Although you may love your house, brace yourself for it to potentially sit on the market for quite some time. And no matter … Continued

🌷 Benefits of Landscaping 🌺

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Homes with manicured landscape are most likely noticed first by buyers. Find out what are the benefits of having nicely done landscapes. https://www.househunt.com/news-realestate/benefits-of-landscaping/ TIP: “Good landscaping can add up to 28% to overall home value”, says landscape economist John Harris. Even taking your landscaping from “good” to “excellent,” in terms of design, condition, and placement, … Continued

👻 DON’T SPOOK BUYERS IF SELLING YOUR HOME AT HALLOWEEN 🎃

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Planning to stage your home this coming Halloween season? Think again. http://www.leovandesign.com/2015/10/halloween-decorating-ideas.html TIP: “Even though it’s all in good fun and holiday spirit, an abundance of Halloween horror can be very distracting to potential buyers. Most home stagers will tell you that it’s best to decorate for the SEASON, rather than the HOLIDAY.” – BY … Continued

😳 What Does Escrow Mean? 😳

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Let’s find out what escrow really means, how does it work and why it’s important. http://blog.landmarkhw.com/post/what-does-escrow-mean “Escrow protects and minimizes risks to all parties in the real estate transaction, including the lender. For example, the escrow account ensures that the buyer is acting in good faith with his offer, providing evidence of financial ability to the … Continued
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