INDUSTRY INSIGHT
REAL ESTATE
I know as a Realtor how important it is to have a home in the best shape possible when showing it to prospective buyers , taking the extra step to maximize the most dollars when selling this investment .
Below are tips to from your neighborhood Realtor that will have an impact when buyers view your home online and then visualize it as their own when they actually walk through .
It ’ s important that potential buyers view your home and feel that they are “ at home .” It ’ s an individual comfort level ; it ’ s not personal . How you live in your home is not necessarily how you will sell your home . The following is a guide to help highlight your home ’ s best features . Remember , first impressions count !!!
The Preferred Realty
Jane Siddons Herrmann
Fox Chapel Office : 412-782-3700 x228 Cell : 412-418-0602
jherrmann @ thepreferredrealty . com www . JaneHerrmann . com
5 STAR ZILLOW AGENT
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Seeing With “ Buyers ’ Eyes ”
Selling Houses . Creating Homes .
114 Saint Charles Court , Fox Chapel Area
Priceless views from this 4 bedroom , 4.5 bath , 2 car garage townhome / condo in The Cove . One of the few riverfront low maintenance living properties in Fox Chapel Schools . Immaculate , updated , hardwood floors , neutral decor . Must see !
1 . UNCLUTTER
• Closets : remove empty hangers / clear floors .
• Floors and counter tops , especially in the kitchen and bathrooms .
• Mantels / hearths .
2 . CLEAN
• Light fixtures , bathroom fans , room fans , counters , floors , inside / outside appliances , and windows in / out .
• Exterior : power-wash walks and decks .
3 . REPAIR
• Cracked driveways or sidewalks , retaining walls , chipped / peeling paint , caulking in kitchens / baths , screen doors , gutters / downspout , door knobs and closet doors , and faucets / sinks / toilet sinks .
4 . NEUTRALIZE
• Paint – stay with light , neutral colors , and remove wallpaper .
• Replace old / stained carpet .
• Replace all light bulbs with clear glass bulbs .
5 . DYNAMIZING
• Add flowers , set dining room table , kitchen , or breakfast bar .
• Add fluffy new towels to bathrooms .
• Make bedrooms up with fresh-looking bedding , pillows .
• Dress up mailbox with new numbers .
• Play soothing music through the home .
• Turn on all lights .
• Write a letter ( why you loved this home ).
• Outside : arrange patio furniture , plants , and fresh mulch .
6 . ACTION
• Go through each room to make sure they look okay .
• Empty the garbage , remove pets and all pet products , set a comfortable temperature .
• Leave the house !
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This Industry Insight was written by Jane Siddons Herrmann . About Me JANE SIDDONS HERRMANN Full-time , well-respected , multi-million-dollar producer with expertise in Fox Chapel / Pittsburgh , utilizing exceptional marketing systems , cutting-edge technology , industry networking , skilled negotiating and quality customer service . Committed to consumers achieving their buying and selling goals ! Passion for work also relates to living and growing up in Fox Chapel , raising kids in the area and community pride . www . janeherrmann . com
My Certifications , Awards & Memberships
• # 1 Fox Chapel Office Realtor in 2016
• Member of the TOP 5 in Real Estate , representing the Fox Chapel area ( national real estate recognition )
• 2016 Pittsburgh Business Times Realtor Award
• 2016 Pittsburgh Magazine Realtor Award
• Accredited Buyer & Seller Representative
• Fine Homes Specialist
• New Construction Specialist
• Certified Residential Specialist
• Staging Expertise
• Company ’ s Rookie of the Year , 2000
• Chairman ’ s Circle
• Quality Service Certification
• 5 Star Zillow Premier Agent
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