Real Estate
IN ERIE
There is good news for individuals and families in the
market for a new home. The housing market was on
the upswing in 2013, and many experts predict that the
trend will continue in 2014, as more jobs are created and
there remains a boost in economic growth.
In 2013, for instance, there were significant increases in home
building and remodeling. In fact, the Census Bureau and the
Department of Housing and Urban Development report that housing
starts increased more than 18 percent from 2012 to 2013, and rental
unit construction increased nearly 25 percent. The market is certainly
looking more optimistic than in recent years, making it an optimal
time for real estate investments.
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All About Appearances
The old adage that you only get one
chance to make a first impression certainly
rings true for individuals hoping to sell
their home. In fact, in the housing market,
this first impression often is referred to as
curb appeal, or how your house may appear
to someone seeing it for the first time.
Proper maintenance and upkeep on things
like paint, landscaping, light fixtures and
flooring can be noticed from the minute a
person pulls into the driveway and will go a
long way in your efforts to sell your home.
There are a number of ways to enhance
a home’s overall curb appeal, including
the home’s exterior décor, regular lawn
maintenance, fresh paint, fresh stain on the
deck, new or updated cabinet hardware,
clean floors, and an overall cleaning. When
making improvements or enhancements to
your home’s curb appeal, it often is a good
idea to think about what you would want to
see in a house as a potential buyer.