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February 2012 
There are 3 blog entries for February 2012.
Selling your home? It's time to clean house!
Thursday, February 16th, 2012 at 12:11pm. 169 Views, 0 Comments.
Selling a home can seem like a tedious task and it's common for homeowners to feel discouraged if their home doesn't sell right away. But the truth is, image is everything and making small changes to spruce up a property can make a home much more appealing to the general public.
After a home has been inspected, scrubbed down and ready to go on the market, consider a few helpful tips that may make the home more attractive.
Clean up the outside
First impressions can be the difference between a successful open house and limited buyer attention. Clean up and landscape the outside. Plant a colorful flower bed. Replace old house numbers with new, shiny placards. Removing clutter and presenting a neat, clean outside can make the home seem more inviting to…
Buying in a Buyer's Market
Wednesday, February 8th, 2012 at 9:56am. 93 Views, 0 Comments.
When is the best time to buy a house? With many markets reporting an abundance of homes for sale, and interest rates remaining at near historic lows, now might be one of the best times in recent memory to buy a home. While buyers have the advantage in today’s real estate market, they still need to be savvy in order to get the best deal.
Following are some things that the professionals at Coldwell Banker Willis-Smith urge homebuyers to keep in mind:
Don’t Try to Time the Market: When home prices are low, it is very tempting for buyers to wait as long as possible in the hopes that prices will decline even further. This strategy can be detrimental. Once a home is priced to what the current market will bear, buyers will make offers. It is best to work…
Closing the Deal in a Buyer's Market
Thursday, February 2nd, 2012 at 10:45am. 94 Views, 0 Comments.
What does it take to sell a home in a buyer's market – a fresh coat of paint or a kitchen overhaul? Lowering the asking price or offering incentives? From cosmetic to strategic, smart sellers can take advantage of a few simple tips to get the most out of their properties. Here are six strategies from the professionals at Coldwell Banker Willis-Smith to securing a “sold” sign:
Boost Curb Appeal. Though they may be obvious, cosmetic upgrades like painting and planting can truly go a long way to forming a fantastic first impression of a home. And be sure to clean, clean, clean!
Make Big Fixes Where Possible. If budget allows, invest in bigger improvements. Focus on “make or break” rooms like bathrooms and kitchens, because nothing says…
