REAL ESTATE SPECIAL SECTION
S
pring is in the air, which means
buyers and sellers of all kinds are
getting ready to find the home of
their dreams. Buying or selling a
home isn’t as simple as it seems on television
and can be quite an arduous process. With
the right tools and tips, however, you can
take on the housing market like a pro.
According to Zillow, more than half of the
largest housing markets across the country
have regained the value lost from the market
collapse over a decade ago.
With the growing number of millennials
moving into rentals, we also see families in
search of their first home or their forever
home, and baby boomers downsizing—
making the housing market ready for buyers
and sellers of all kinds! So, take advantage of
the warmer air approaching and get ready for
those eager to explore the market for their
next home.
PREPARING TO SELL
IN 2018?
Selling your home can be an emotional
process. Many sellers want their home to go
to buyers who can create new memories in
their beloved home, but often overlook the
steps they need to take to give buyers the
“wow” factor. Here are tips to get the most
out of your home sale:
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1. The first impression is the only
impression.
You’ve heard the saying “You’ll
never get a second chance at a first
impression.” This is not only true on
your first date, but also with your
home’s first viewing! Check out your
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.
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.
Short on space? No problem! Create
the illusion of space by storing away
(off-site, if possible) unnecessary
items, giving cabinets, closets and