WHO’S BUYING YOUR HOME: FIRST TIME OR MOVE UP BUYERS?
TIPS FOR MAXIMIZING YOUR HOME RESALE VALUE
Much of the information available to homebuyers and homesellers is targeted toward the first time homebuyer. However, in today’s real estate market many homeowners are looking for a “move-up” house or condo that is a larger place to live because of lifestyle changes, such as
While a lived-in home full of belongings and personalized spaces makes a homeowner feel comfortable and peaceful, it doesn’t make most potential buyers feel at ease. A home with neutral areas, clean surfaces, and a minimum of personal items allows buyers to see the basics of
If you are buying a home, then, before you decide on whether this home is your dream home, the following checklist will help you look at prospective homes with a critical eye. We suggest printing this page and putting it on a clipboard. When you find a home that really interests you, mark the features you see and note their general condition on this list.
Home value sometimes referred to as "Value in Use", is best described as the probable price at which a home trades in a free, competitive, and open market and is synonymous with the market value.
There are many television shows today that focus on home staging. If you have not watched any, do yourself a favor and tune in. They all say the same thing: do not even consider putting your house on the market until you have taken a close look at its condition. Experienced sales people know that you only have one shot at impressing potential buyers, so take some time to prepare your home for showings. You will be rewarded with a faster sale and a higher offer.
