If you’re selling your home, your Realtor® has probably already discussed home staging with you—at least the basics. However, in order for you to properly stage your home (short of hiring a professional home stager, that is), you need to start by removing the excess. In some cases, that means renting a storage unit and […]
One Little Investment Can Help You Stage Your Home
If you’re getting ready to list your home for sale in Lake City or any of the surrounding communities, you probably already know how important staging is. Staging your home for sale can help you take better pictures, get more showings and impress more prospective buyers. This can mean selling your home quickly—and for the […]
Want to Send Potential Buyers Running (Away)? Make These Mistakes.
When you’re selling your home in Lake City, it’s important that you work closely with your Realtor® to make sure it appeals to the widest variety of potential buyers. That applies whether you’re staging a home with pets or you need to make a few quick fixes—and it especially applies when it comes to staging. […]
Staging Tips for Vacant Land
If you’re like most people, the concept of staging makes you think of preparing a home for sale. However, staging can be equally important when selling a vacant lot. There’s plenty of land for sale in North Florida, so how can you make your lot more appealing than the rest? Remove Clutter From the Area […]
Ornamental Grasses for Curb Appeal
If you’re thinking about selling your North Florida home, you probably already know you’ll want to spruce up your yard to boost curb appeal. Most prospective buyers will drive by a home before requesting a showing, so an attractive, low-maintenance yard is your best chance to make a good first impression. Few plantings are […]
The Common Home-Selling Mistake You Need to Avoid
If you’re like many people, you may already have a price in mind by the time you’re ready to list your home for sale. Many home sellers do enough research online to have a decent grasp of what their home is worth. However, it can be very easy to let your emotions skew your own […]
Quick Fixes for Your Sinks Before You Sell
In many cases, small fixes can go a long way when you’re selling your home – and one of the simplest things you can do yourself is to repair leaks in a bathroom or kitchen sink. Another simple repair: garbage disposal issues. How to Fix ManyLeaks in Sinks You don’t always need a plumber if […]
When Is the Best Time to Sell Your Home in North Florida?
If you’re like many people, you’ve heard various things about when it’s best to put your home on the market. The truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach that will work best for everyone. The ideal answer is to put your home on the market when you are ready to do so. But What About Zillow? […]
Maximizing Your Home’s Perceived Value
Your Realtor® can help you set a listing price for your home based on a comparative market analysis. The best way for you to get your asking price—or even more—is to increase your home’s perceived value (the amount a potential buyer is willing to offer after a showing). Clean and Uncluttered Space Obviously, a clean home […]
Why Do Other Homes’ Sales Affect Your Home’s Price?
Two homes that are strikingly similar can sell for vastly different prices – but why? The answer is often related to market comparability. Not necessarily between the houses themselves, but their respective locations – and in some cases, a small home in a highly sought-after area can sell for substantially more than a larger home […]