S P E C I A L S E C T I O N : R E A L E S TAT E
IN THE MARKET TO BUY—
IT’S A NUMBERS GAME
The real estate market is on the rise, and buyers
are facing low inventory on affordable homes.
Whether you are looking to purchase your first
home or in the market for a new home, it is crucial
to get all of your numbers in order before starting
the search for a new home. Keeping these tips in
mind will help make you an ideal buyer:
WHEN TO SELL
Current homeowners have a positive outlook with
the real estate market on the up and up.
Keep in mind these real estate selling tips before
your house goes on the market.
1. Keep it clean! It’s easy for life to take over and daily chores
to fall by the wayside. Don’t let this spoil your goal of
selling your home. Kids, pets and messy spouses should
be kept at bay during peak viewing hours. Finding it hard
to live at home while trying to sell? Invest in a few extra
storage bins with decorative flair to keep toys, clothes and
shoes out of sight to potential buyers.
2. Where possible, take the home out of your house.
Remember, buyers are buying their new home, not your
old home. Get a head start on moving out by putting
trinkets and collectibles in the basement and giving
potential buyer