Posts from February 2020
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The Kitchen Is The Heart Of A Home.
This is where meals are made, families eat together, and all the hustle and bustle of holidays happen. So it may come as no surprise that the kitchen is one of the top places to update when selling your home.
When you update your kitchen, you'll get more of your investment back when you sell the home. On average, sellers get back 70 or 80 percent of the cost of the updates. The updates you choose do matter, though, so here are a few things to focus on.
- Paint
There's no better way to brighten your kitchen than a fresh coat of paint. Stick to light neutral shades to keep the kitchen bright and leave room for buyers to envision their own color schemes and decor. Think beyond white to shades of cream, beige, and tan. If your cabinets are in good condition, a few coats of paint and a change of hardware can give them a whole new look. - Cabinetry
Nothing makes a kitchen look dated faster than ol...
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Don't Wait Until Spring- Sell Your Home Now
Selling Your Home During The Winter Has Its Advantages.
Let's debunk the myth that you should wait until spring to sell your home. Historically, spring is the busiest real estate selling season; however, people do buy homes 365 days a year. Dave Ramsey, America's trusted voice on money and a national best-selling author and radio host, reports homes listed in the winter have a nine percent greater likelihood of selling, sell a week faster and sell for more money.
Here's how selling your home during the winter months can work to your advantage.
- Less competition
The widely held belief that spring is the best time to sell a home leads to a greater influx of available homes hitting the market. Consequently, prospective buyers have a larger inventory of homes from which to choose. Listing your home before spring improves your odds of se...
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5 Things To Consider When Buying A Vacant Home
Who doesn't love a bargain? If you find a vacant home for sale, there's a good chance it's the best deal on the block--but that low price tag could also come with potential risks. We're not saying that you should always avoid buying a vacant home, proceed with caution. Here are five things to be aware of when you're considering a vacant home.
- Plumbing Woes
The plumbing is one of the most vulnerable areas in a house that's been sitting empty for a period, especially if the previous occupant didn't take enough care to turn off the water properly, drain and treat the pipes before moving out. As a result, you're likely to discover cracked gaskets, dried-out valves, and even ruptured pipes when you turn the water back on. To give the home inspector a better shot at detecting plumbing issues, turn on the water for a few days before having the home inspected. If there's a leak...
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Homebuyers: Don't Make These Earnest Money Mistakes
Our real estate agents strive to make the process of closing on Albany homes for sale simple. With personalized advice and local market insights, finding the perfect home is much easier. Still, the more you know about the buying process, the better. Making informed decisions every step of the way will help you get a terrific value on a home that truly meets your needs.
One question our team gets...
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Play It Safe With Space Heaters
Winter is a wonderful time of the year, especially when you have the opportunity to cuddle up with a warm blanket on a comfy couch. Space heaters are perfect resources for creating a cozy atmosphere in your home as the temperatures outside drop. When used and maintained properly, these sources of warmth are ideal alternatives to using a fireplace or furnace. However, they can easily endanger your home and family when left neglected.
How dangerous are space heaters? According to the National Fire Protection Agency, nearly half of all fires related to home-heating sources are caused by space heaters. Many of these unfortunate incidents can be prevented with responsible practices. All homeowners should be aware of the dangers that space heaters may pose in your home. Consider these tips any time you use your space heater this season.
- Invest in a Reliable Space...