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Say 'Yes' to Hardwood Floors

Submitted by Joseph Pettinella on December 30, 2018 - 11:19am

What's one of the first things a buyer will notice when he/she walks into a house? Here's a hint: look down. Flooring material can make a huge impression on buyers, as it represents an aspect of the house that will be used and seen during just about every household activity. When it comes to getting the most out of your floors, nothing can compare to the style, durability, and functionality of hardwood. In fact, hardwood floors have become so desirable that they will nearly pay for themselves when it comes time to sell your home!

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Selling in Winter? Follow This Staging Advice

Submitted by Joseph Pettinella on November 29, 2018 - 12:46pm

Although many homeowners only consider selling during the summer months, there are some advantages to selling in the winter. For instance, the smaller number of homes on the market makes it easier for your home to stand out to potential buyers. Plus, if you manage to create some buzz around your sale, then you might be able to leverage that interest into a higher sale price as buyers compete for the limited homes available. Of course, one of the most important aspects to generating a hot listing (even during the cold months) is proper staging. Keep reading to learn some important tips for staging a home during the winter!

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Start Selling Your Home Before the Listing Goes Live

Submitted by Joseph Pettinella on June 1, 2018 - 12:51pm

If you think that the sale process starts at listing, then you aren't alone. Sellers often assume that they should wait for their home to officially hit the market before they begin working on finding a buyer, but why wait that long? The earlier that you can generate interest in your home sale, the better the chances of selling faster and for more money! Luckily, there are a number of strategies which you can use to get your home onto the radar of potential buyers before the listing goes live. Keep reading to learn about four options suggested by realtor.com for effectively building early buzz in a sale.

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These Exterior Improvements Yield the Best Returns

Submitted by Joseph Pettinella on May 29, 2018 - 12:30pm

When considering whether to invest money into a home project, it's important to consider the context. For homeowners who plan on selling in the near future, the key thing to consider is the Return on Investment (ROI), or the proportion of money expected to be recouped by the project's resulting increase in home value. In contrast, owners who plan on staying put will want to focus on adding to their own happiness with the home. In this post, you can learn which outdoor improvements yield the best returns in both money and happiness! There are even some great options that can satisfy both owners and future buyers! 

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Sell in May or June for the Highest Price Premiums

Submitted by Joseph Pettinella on May 13, 2018 - 1:49pm

It's a question that's front and center in every home seller's mind: when should I sell? As I've shown before, timing market conditions is not easy and should not be your primary concern when answering this question. However, all else being equal, there are some strong indicators that certain specific times of the year are better when it comes to selling. In fact, you might want to get your home on the market as soon as possible, because a recent study showed that May was the month with the highest average premium on home sale prices!

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3 Reasons Not to Worry About Selling Too Soon

Submitted by Joseph Pettinella on February 27, 2018 - 2:35pm

If you are one of the many home owners considering selling in the near future, chances are good that the following thought has at least crossed your mind "I don't want to lose out on profit by selling too early". While this may seem like a legitimate concern, especially considering the ongoing increase in home prices, Realtor.com recently pointed out three flaws in this thinking. In reality, there is little reason to be overly concerned with the timing of your sale within the current market as long as it fits your personal timeline.

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