26
Jul
By Jim Hasek
Real Estate Tips, ,

3 Money-Smart Reasons To Downsize Your Home

Living big isn't necessarily living better. Apartment buildings, townhouses and multiplexes have become the new normal for increasing numbers of individuals, couples and families. It's clear that for many people, smaller spaces are smarter, too. This attitude is more than just a trend. According to TIME Magazine, multi-family dwellings like condominiums accounted for 40% of new construction in the United States in 2014 and the movement shows few signs of slowing down. The change isn't surprising when considering the benefits to moving, especially when it comes to sheer cost-savings. Whether residents are spending less cash or conserving their valuable time…
Read More
22
Jul
By Jim Hasek
Home Seller Tips, ,

How to Sell Your Home Quickly in a Buyer’s Market

Everyone wants a place to call home, but that doesn't guarantee that homeowners will have an easy time selling their properties. Making sales depend on more than just curb appeal or the popularity of open houses. Complicated factors like the economy, interest rates and regional regulations all drive the real estate market. It can make an incredible impact on the speed and ease of real estate transactions. But not knowing the state of the market can be more than just a hassle. When real estate favors buyers, not adjusting the sales strategy can be a seriously costly mistake. Worse than…
Read More
15
Jul
By Jim Hasek
Home Seller Tips, ,

Budget-Friendly DIY Projects That Instantly Boost Curb Appeal

We're told not to judge a book by its cover, but there's no such rule in the housing market. Curb appeal is the external attractiveness of a home, and if you're in the market for a house that first impression has a lot to do with your final decision. Alternatively, if you're looking to sell, it's an easy area to boost the attractiveness of your home. Essentially, ensure your home is accessible and inviting to make it appeal to potential buyers. It's like making new friends, and how you're much more likely to approach someone who is smiling. Help your…
Read More
27
May
By Jim Hasek
Home Seller Tips, ,

How Offering Buyer Incentives Will Get Your House Sold Faster

Why The Added Incentive? It may seem like keeping your home in good condition and pricing it according to its market value is good enough, but in more difficult market times many people have opted for extras that may boost the appeal of their home. While the wrong incentive strategy can make it look like you have a home that is not worth the asking price, there are classy ways value can be added that can still engage the right buyer. Determine Your Ideal Buyer If you've already decided that your ideal offer is a perfectly fair deal, you'll want…
Read More
13
May
By Jim Hasek
Home Seller Tips,

‘Free Pizza for Life’ and Other Crazy Home Sales Gimmicks from Across the Nation

With the real estate market going through constant fluctuations, it can sometimes be a matter of strife to sell a home. Some will take the familiar road of staging and hope the offers come in, while others will do some crazy things to prove their home is worth buying. While you may not want to take the risk of making these bold moves yourself, here are the unusual things that some people did in hopes of getting their home off the market a little sooner. The Perk Of Added Incentives While there are a variety of goods that can be…
Read More
13
Apr
By Jim Hasek
Home Seller Tips, ,

Selling Your Half of a Jointly-owned Home? Here’s What You Need to Know

There are many factors to consider when it comes to selling your home, and if you own your home with someone else the details involved can be even more confusing. If you're wading into your co-ownership options and are curious about your next steps, here's a short list of some things to think about. Buyout: Selling Your Half If you own your home with a friend, family member or former partner who would like to keep the property, the first thing you'll want to do is contact an appraiser who will provide you with the market value of your home.…
Read More