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Should You Make Repairs Before Listing? What Really Pays Off
One of the biggest questions many sellers ask is: Should I fix it up or sell as-is? The answer isn’t always black and white — it depends on your home’s condition, your budget, your timeline, and what buyers in your area expect. In today’s market, most buyers are looking for move-in ready homes. Obvious maintenance […]
How to Handle Multiple Offers Like a Pro
It’s every seller’s dream — multiple offers on your home! But how do you navigate a bidding war and choose the best one? Here’s how to handle competing offers with confidence. Don’t Just Look at the PriceOf course, you want top dollar, but the strongest offer isn’t always the highest one. Look at: Financing: Is […]
Should You Accept a Contingent Offer? What Sellers Need to Know
Picture this: you’re selling your home and receive an offer — great news! But the buyer’s offer is contingent on selling their own home first. What does that mean for you? Should you accept it? Let’s break it down. What is a Contingent Offer?A contingent offer means the buyer’s purchase depends on another event happening […]
Pricing Your Home Right in a Shifting Market
Pricing your home correctly is one of the most important steps when selling. Many sellers think starting high leaves room to negotiate — but often, it can do the opposite. Buyers are savvy and work with agents who study the market daily. An overpriced home can sit too long, grow stale, and eventually sell for […]
5 Summer Staging Tips to Make Buyers Fall in Love
Summer is one of the best times to sell a home — longer days, motivated buyers, and great natural light. But with more homes on the market, it’s important to make yours stand out. Staging is a powerful way to help buyers picture themselves living in your space and to make your listing shine in […]
Finding the Perfect Next Home—Tips for Rightsizing With Purpose
Once your current home is sold, the exciting part begins finding your next home. Whether you’re looking for a condo, a smaller single-family home, or even a retirement community, your next home should fit your new lifestyle—not just your budget. Consider what matters most to you now: One-level living for ease of mobility Proximity to […]
Preparing Your Home for Sale When You’re Downsizing
Getting your home market-ready is one of the most important steps in the downsizing journey. Even if you’ve lived there for decades, it’s essential to look at your home through a buyer’s eyes. Start with decluttering. Downsizing often means letting go of items that won’t fit in your new home. Sort items into categories: keep, […]
The Financial Benefits of Downsizing—More Than Just a Smaller Mortgage
Downsizing isn’t just about reducing square footage; it’s often a smart financial move. If you’ve built up equity in your current home, selling and moving to a smaller or more efficient property can free up cash for retirement, travel, or other life goals. Here are some financial perks to consider: Lower Monthly Expenses: Smaller homes […]
Understanding Downsizing vs. Rightsizing—Which One Is Right for You?
As a homeowner, the time may come when you start to question whether your current home still fits your lifestyle. That’s when you might find yourself exploring the concepts of downsizing and rightsizing. While often used interchangeably, they aren’t quite the same. Downsizing is typically associated with moving to a smaller home. Many homeowners choose to […]
Marketing That Sells – How I Get Your Home Seen and Sold
In today’s digital-first world, it takes more than a sign in the yard to get your home sold. Strategic marketing can mean the difference between a quick sale and months of frustration. Here’s how I market homes to get them sold fast: Professional Photography and Video High-quality visuals help your listing stand out online and draw […]
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