Posts from May 12th, 2020
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Odd Things Left Behind By Home Sellers. The Importance of a "Final Walk-Through"
The primary purpose of a final walkthrough is to make certain that the property is in the condition in which you agreed to buy it. Agreed-upon repairs, if any, were made, and nothing has gone wrong with the home since you last looked at it.
Once the offer has been accepted, some sellers may try to negotiate with the buyers on a few items that they don't want to move such as a second refrigerator in the garage, an outdoor trampoline, or unattached storage shelves in the basement.
What buyers may not be prepared for are the odd items that sellers leave behind without notice. For example, older big-screen TVs and heavy sleeper sofas are two large items that may not be removed. Pianos, which can be difficult to resell and expensive to move, may "accidentally" be left behind as well. While some buyers discover that items have been taken from the home that was included in the purchase price, it's much more common for sellers to leave s...
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6 Great Tips When Marketing Your Home To Millenials
If you think your home could be a popular choice for millennial buyers, here are a few points to keep in mind.
The majority of millennials want to buy a home that's clean, in good condition and move-in ready.
Cosmetic changes are not a problem for this generation of DIYers.
A formal dining room is not high on these buyers' lists.
An open kitchen with a breakfast nook or bar stools at the island is their preference for mealtime entertaining.
They tend to look for a yard that's easy to maintain and often prefer growing indoor plants than to care for elaborate landscaping.
Most millennials prefer laminates, tile, and hardwood flooring. They consider uncarpeted floors with stylish rugs more friendly to kids' little shoes and pets' muddy paws.
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