There is such a thing as too much staff in a home but you really don’t want to sell it vacant either, however, sometimes you have no choice but to sell an empty house. Maybe you had tenants and they moved out, you’ve Artie found a new place to live and have moved; whatever the Read more…
Month: August 2017
FSBO Pro & Cons – For Sale By Owner
For Sale By Owner – Price Trends Much research has been done on for sale by owners, or FSBO, sales. On average, FSBOs sell for less than comparable regular sales, especially when markets are in equilibrium, when the number of available homes for sale are equal to the number of potential buyers. Historically, less than Read more…
Organization Tips for Back to School
Well, it’s back-to-school time already. It seems like the summer just flew by but if you are starting to think about backpacks, No. 2 pencils, and school lunches, back-to-school is a reality for you. Here are some easy ways to stay organized as you and the kids had back-to-school. Create a central calendar. Whether it’s Read more…
What First Time Home Sellers Wish They Knew
“Why Didn’t Someone Tell Me”? That’s probably what a lot of homeowners think after selling their home for the first time. After decades of living in a property, selling can be overwhelming, emotional, and frustrating. There are a lot of things that we learned through experience and selling a home is no different. It’s simply Read more…
5 Perfect Housewarming Gifts for First Time Homeowners
Whether you are a first time home owner or you’d like to get a friend a housewarming gift, some of the first things people need are food and cleaning supplies. Depending on where they are moving from, they may or may not have access to some of the staples and basics right away. Here are Read more…
Can My Agent Help Stage and Clean My Home?
This is not an uncommon question. Sellers don’t know the role of the listing agent and will often ask if the agent will clean the house. The short answer is no, but that’s not always the case. The agent is not legally required to clean a seller’s house. They can offer suggestions, tips, advice and Read more…
Do I Own the Driveway that’s Behind My Rowhouse?
Row homes in Washington DC and Maryland are actually quite popular. Most of them have a driveway that runs along the back of the houses. There may be garages or just a space to park your car. But do you own it? A recent article peaked my interest about this subject. A family at the Read more…