There are mixed messages about whether a pool helps you or harms you when selling your home. The general consensus seems to be that you should never add a pool with the hopes of recouping the costs when it time to sell, but if you want one and you will use it, go for it! But how do you make …
Upgrading the Great Outdoors!
Are you starting to make small upgrades and changes in order to sell your home? Or do you just want to know what you can do now that will make your home easier to sell in case you decide to move in the future? Don’t neglect the great outdoors when looking for ideas to increase your selling price. From small …
Making the Right First Impression with Your Home’s Exterior
The first thing potential buyers will see upon arriving at your home is the exterior, and that initial impression can affect the way they see everything else on the inside as well. If the outside of your house looks weather-beaten or in need of a good pressure-washing, you’ll want to consider a deep cleaning and possibly even a fresh coat …
Home Upgrades that WON’T Help You Sell
Keeping our homes up-to-date, comfortable and visually pleasing is important to all of us, and as we invest large amounts of money in upgrades, we always tell ourselves that are adding to our homes’ value. The money you spend on your home now may very well come back to you later in the form of a higher selling price and …
Why May is the Magical Month for Selling Your Home
If you are thinking about selling your home, you probably know many of the basics before you ever speak with an agent. Declutter, make obvious repairs, clean up your yard….but another major factor in your home sale success is timing. Homes listed in May sell an average of 9 days faster than homes listed at any other time of year, …
Home Staging with Kids
Putting your house on the market can be an exciting time as you look forward to life’s next chapter. But when you have kids, the cycle of staging, cleaning, leaving for last-minute showings, then repeating the process can make a this time much more stressful. Read on for some helpful tips for keeping your home showing-ready even with little kids …
Compass Concierge – Selling Your Home Has Never Been Easier!
Looking to sell your house? Relax and let us do all the heavy lifting! BrownDaniel is thrilled to offer this service as part of the Compass family of real estate professionals. Compass Concierge is a suite of services designed to prepare your home for the market. Your agent will assess your needs and recommend the specific services that will elevate …
Unexpected Home Staging Tips
Most buyers know the basics when it comes to home staging – clean, declutter and depersonalize to help potential buyers picture themselves settled in to your home. These tasks should be the first three steps you take on your way to home staging success, but there are a few more unexpected ideas that can lead to an easier and faster …
Get More By Working With a Real Estate Agent
Some people think the answer to saving money when selling their home may be to list it as “For Sale By Owner.” In most instances, the opposite is true! The value gleaned from hiring a professional real estate agent to list and sell your home is worth the cost of paying commission in many ways. It generally outweighs any savings …