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Special Section Real Estate
home’s curb appeal. Do dead bushes need to be removed?
Old holiday decorations need to be put away? Try to view
your house as if you were seeing it for the first time. Maybe an
exterior power wash or fresh coat of paint on your front door
would make buyers want to come inside.
5. Make sure the price is right.
You won’t need to call on Drew Carey, but you should work
with your real estate agent to figure out comparable home
prices in your area, pricing trends and inventory available, and
price your home accordingly. A fair market price will attract
buyers interested in making your home their dream home.
2. Make your interior inviting.
Although you may adore bold or bright colors adorning your
walls, your buyers may not. Choose freshly painted, neutral
colors and remove clutter from the walls. While you are
decluttering, start packing away items that aren’t used every
day such as trinkets, photos and personalized art. This will
allow buyers to imagine their own touches added to the room.
3. Create more space, or at least the illusion of it.
Preparing to buy in 2018?
Whether it’s saving for your first home, searching for your dream
home, or downsizing to your forever home, buying a house is an
exciting and exhausting experience. Putting in the extra effort could
be the difference you need to nail the home you want.
1. Give yourself some credit.
Short on space? No problem! Create the illusion of space by
storing away (off-site, if possible) unnecessary items, giving
cabinets, closets and storage spaces a spacious look. Or, make
moving easier by donating or selling these items!
4. Update only to increase value.
Work with your real estate agent on recommendations for
simple changes that can add value to or create appeal for your
home. This can be as simple as adding a backsplash in the
kitchen, or refreshing landscaping to add curb appeal. A small
upgrade may be just what you need to close a sale.
Now is not the time to open a new credit card, increase your
credit limit or make a big purchase. The first thing lenders
check is your credit score when determining how much you
are approved for on a home loan. Work on keeping your credit
card balances low, and paying down balances. Limiting your
spending may seem hard, but is worth the payoff when you are
approved for your new home.
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