If you have found the perfect home, at a good price, and had a successful closing with a good realtor, that is a wonderful accomplishment in and of itself. Once you have gone through the process of finding your home and purchasing it, it’s time to let the pride of ownership shine through your property by sprucing things up! Here is a wonderful idea that anyone can do, especially here in Florida!
Everyone in Florida has and air conditioning unit alongside their home, why not turn it from “blah” to “wow” with this easy do-it-yourself project that is subtle but makes a world of difference in your yard. Remember to research your specific unit so you know how much space around the unit you can build your decorative fence, these units do need to have some space for successful ventilation. This is a project that once it’s done, you will say to yourself “Why didn’t I do this sooner?!”
After our agents here at Bardell help you find the home of your dreams, we will be happy to help with any questions you may have after your purchase. Contact our office today, you will be glad you did!!
For the step-by-step process of how to complete this project, click here.
8 Ways to Prepare Your Home for the Market on A Budget
Sometimes, as we all know, life is always bound to throw us unexpected curve balls. If you need to move in a pinch, here are some tips our Real Estate Professionals at Bardell think you should take into consideration if you want to get your home prepared for the market and sold quickly!
Invest in a deep cleaning. If you spend a couple hundred dollars on a cleaning service, your home will look, feel and smell fresh and clean. Serious buyers, the kind you want, will be looking in all of the nooks and crannies of your home when they come to view it. A one time deep cleaning service will also make it easier for you to maintain the cleanliness of your home.
Depersonalize your home. A few photos of family is perfectly fine, however, when a buyer comes to your home for a showing, they are trying to envision themselves living in the home. The less personal items you have throughout your home, the easier it is for buyers to envision their own personal items. Remember, your home should be “show ready” at all times when on the market.
Buy Fresh white towels and new bath mats. Replacing these items is inexpensive; these items can be found at the Dollar Store or Walmart and can instantly improve the look and feel of your home.
Highlight accents your home offers. If your home lacks a certain amenity that a lot of buyers seem to be looking for, such as dual sinks in the master bathroom, you can distract the buyer from that by highlighting another aspect of your home that is unique such as a garden bath tub. Dress your garden tub up with flowers and candles to make it look relaxing. This will distract buyers from the amenity they were looking for that your home doesn’t have.
Bake cookies before showing. You’ve probably heard of this trick before, it is just a simple step to make your house appeal to buyers with a yummy smell and a cozy feeling.
Manage the A/C appropriately.If it’s cold outside, make sure your home feels nice and toasty. During the summer months, make sure it feels cool and refreshing. This helps buyers feel right at home and subliminally lets them know the A/C doesn’t have any issues.
Create a welcome note. Type up a letter describing your friendly neighbors, how fun the annual neighborhood Christmas party is and how profitable the community garage sales are. This will give a sense of community which is important to home buyers.
Pack up clutter into storage boxes. Whatever you do not want on display in your home during showings, pack up into boxes. This will make it easier to tidy up your home and it will be convenient for when you are packing up to move out of your home once it’s sold.
Getting ready to put your home on the market can be a stressful time. Our Real Estate Professionals here at Bardell have all of the tips you need to make it go as smoothly as possible. If you have any questions please contact our office today, we will be delighted to assist you with anything you need!!!
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In recent years, the ‘starter home’ had become something not many home buyers were considering when looking to purchase a home. However, a recent survey by Berkshire Hathaway Home Services showed 6 in 10 millennials would certainly consider purchasing a home that requires some TLC if it meant that in doing so, they could enter into home ownership faster. Starter homes are usually lower in price making it an easier investment for first time home buyers to obtain. The journey into home ownership can be scary especially when it is your first time. However, if you are a first time home buyer, our Real Estate Professionals here at Bardell Real Estate will work tirelessly to find you a home that is the best bang for your buck and will make sure your first time purchasing a home is as stress free as possible. Contact our office today to begin the journey into owning your first home, you will be glad you did!!!
If you are considering selling your home in the near future or simply just want to add some spark to your home, our Bardell Team has a few tips to make your home sell for top dollar, or to ‘wow’ your guests.
Fix All Repairs: Fix your leaky sink in the guest bathroom and replace the cracked tile in the kitchen. These are little details that home inspectors will discover and will then depreciate the value in your home.
Apply a Fresh Coat of Paint: This is a simple task that will make your home look, smell and feel newer and more welcoming to guests and buyers.
Replace Flooring: Depending on the type of flooring you choose, this task doesn’t have to cost you a ton of money. For example, replacing the carpet in rooms that need it can be affordable and make your home look cleaner and more appealing.
Add Some Landscaping: You typically want to add some landscaping that is relatively easy to maintain. This will enhance the initial first impression of the home by making it look more appealing from the moment buyers pull up to the home.
Upgrade: Add as many upgrades as you can. even if you don’t have the money to replace the toilet and shower, replacing the decor and wallpaper could instantly make your home look more appealing.
Create A Welcoming Entrance: Consider replacing your old and perhaps outdated front door to make home initially feel more welcoming and pleasant.
Add Lots of Lighting: Adding lamps and higher powered light bulbs is a simple process and will instantly brighten up your home and make your rooms look and feel larger and more spacious.
These are just a few simple things that you can do to freshen up the look and feel of your home. If you have any questions about how to prepare to put your home on the market, our Real Estate Professionals are ready and willing to help. Contact our office today, you will be glad you did!
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