While the inventory may be short, there is no shortage of news about it. And if you haven't heard, we have been experiencing one of the most robust sellers markets I've seen in my entire career. But is it the right time for you?
It can be ...
The holidays are arguably the most festive time of the year. And for many people, part of that festiveness is plenty of festive, holiday-themed decorations. But if you’re selling your home, going too over-the-top with your decorations can put...
Ahhh, the home buying (and selling) process. From the day you decide it’s time to move and leave all your friends, to the moment you go to unpack the last box and find out that your favorite wedding present got smashed in the truck somehow, i...
In an effort to save on commission fees, many sellers go the FSBO (for sale by owner) route, thinking that selling their home on their own will be more cost efficient than hiring an agent.
But as it turns out, typically, FSBO is far from cos...
When you’re selling your home, you only get a chance to make a first impression on buyers once—which is why curb appeal is so important.
If your home doesn’t look good from the outside, you’re not going to draw buyers inside—and, a...
When you put your home up for sale, one of the best ways to determine the asking price is to look at comparable sales. There’s rarely a perfect apples-to-apples comparison, so a pricing decision often relies on comparisons to several recent s...
There's more to selling a property than just putting a For Sale sign in the yard. Read on for some common seller mistakes to avoid, and get your property sold!
Privacy concerns have become a regular feature in the news these days. Did you know recording someone in your own home without their knowledge may not be legal in Texas? If you have home surveillance equipment recording audio or video, read o...
Staging isn't decorating. Staging helps to show a home in its best light and in a way that will appeal to the most buyers. Here are some staging tips to help you get started prepping your home or condo for sale.
Check out this handy little guide of selling tips, put together by the Texas Association of Realtors, from responses of surveyed Texas Realtors from all over the state. Avoid some of the most common mistakes sellers may make during this very im...
The selling season is in full swing, and if your home is on the market you know allowing strangers into your home is necessary to sell. Here are some tips you should know to help keep your home, family and belongings safe. #SafetyFirst #Galves...
As we get ready for the spring selling season, let's revisit the items generally included in the sale of a home or condo. Of course, properties in our vacation home market often convey with much more, so be sure to clearly communicate your int...
Not sure if this is the year to sell your condo? You're not alone. This graphic shows the benefits and concerns sellers think about most when making that important decision. A great Realtor can help! Call me today, and let's figure it out t...
Sometimes, life happens. Maybe you’ve been hired at a new company across state. Or a sudden change in your family requires you to take in a relative and you need extra space pronto. Perhaps you’re retiring early so you need to downsize. Wha...
Whether you’re retiring from the military and planning a move, or you’ve just received PCS orders to relocate, we’ve got your back. As a military homeowner, it’s always smart to have a game plan ready for selling your home on a timeline...
It’s a common real estate predicament: selling the home you currently live in while trying to buy a new one. So… what’s the most efficient way to go about it?
All in all, it depends on your situation. Are you willing to buy a second ho...
As summer draws to a close, so dawns every parent’s favorite season: the beginning of another school year. This time of year can be hectic for every parent, but it may become especially overwhelming if you’re also trying to sell your home.
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Real estate lingo can be hard to decipher because, well, there’s so much of it! It might even seem like your Realtor is speaking another language.
From fancy acronyms to words like “escrow” and “riders,” there are a lot of terms out ...
It’s no exaggeration that selling your home keeps you busy. In the midst of staging, pricing, listing, and scheduling tours, it’s easy to overlook the details… like home security.
After all, while selling your home, you’re probably a...
You’ve got to start somewhere when preparing your home to sell, but it’s not where you would think. Before jumping right into cleaning, decluttering, staging, and marketing, take some time to review. Having a solid understanding of the real...
Nothing says spring quite like a bouquet of fresh flowers sitting on the coffee table and the sun streaming through the windows. Homeowners love any excuse to freshen up their home décor and welcome the new season, and if Pinterest is any indi...
Want to visit the gym more? Finally complete the home improvement project you’ve been working on? Save money for that new watch/car/house/vacation? January 1 is the perfect time to jumpstart your goals. If you’re like most people, according...
It’s that time of year: Many homeowners are looking to the New Year and planning their 2017 real estate resolutions (sell the house, move to the suburbs, buy that dream vacation home, etc.).
If you’re planning your own New Year’s real ...
Halloween is just around the corner. For many homeowners, that means carving pumpkins, hanging up Halloween decorations, and stocking up on fun-sized candy. But if you’re a homeowner who is thinking about selling this fall season, you might b...
Whether this will be your first time selling a home or your tenth, the home selling process can be a challenge. You want to sell quickly and for the most money, so you will be doing absolutely everything you can to spruce up your home and make ...
There are countless home selling articles online that seem to contradict each other.
In this Huffington Post article, the month of May is the best time to sell. But in this Washington Post article, any time between December and March is the ...
Selling your home may be an idea you are seriously considering, but that does not mean you are ready to put your home on the market just yet. You may be waiting to pay off your mortgage, you may be waiting for the kids to move out, or you may n...
As the holidays are approaching, many people are busy decorating their homes, lighting the tree, and marking their calendars to visit friends and family.
With all the busyness of the season, you might be wondering if now you should even attem...
Ever wondered what your home is worth?
Want to know where to start looking?
Whether you’re just curious or are eager to find a competitive listing price, using the best resources to find your property’s value is crucial.
Today, we’re ...