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The Psychology of Real Estate in Fall
By Chris Petry This year, the first day of Fall is on Sunday, September 22nd. That means we’re less than two weeks from the beginning of America’s favorite season. Just what is it about Fall that captures our imaginations and brightens our spirits? After all, it’s the prelude to winter. The beginning of the end of the calendar year. We spend hours raking up piles of leaves on
Pets & Selling Your Home
By Chris Petry In recent years, and especially after returning from the pandemic, pets have become a more noticeable presence in places they might not have ordinarily been. Society’s shift in acceptable spaces for our furry friends has also affected the way they view animals within the home. Ten years ago, home sellers did everything in their power to hide the presence of their pets durin
Sell Your Home This July 4th
Every July 4th, you’ll see sign after sign, ad after ad, promoting some of the year’s biggest sales. It might even be the biggest consumer spending window of the year, after Black Friday. Mattresses, automobiles, grills, furniture… it’s all on sale. Act Now! If you think about it, is there any better day to capitalize on the culture of American consumerism than the day we
The Value of Artwork When Selling a Home
By Chris Petry When we think of the things that tend to add value to homes, it’s rare that we consider personal effects. It makes sense. Possessions go into boxes and those boxes are transported to the owner’s new home where they’ll be filed, stored, or displayed once more. What if I told you, however, that the mere presence of certain possessions on a home tour or in a listin
Why is Using a REALTOR a Great Idea?
By Chris Petry So, you’ve decided to buy a home. Congrats! Or, no, wait. You’re selling? Ah, yes. Time to upgrade! Or downsize. Regardless of your real estate ambitions, having a well-informed REALTOR at your side is a must. The internet has revolutionized the way we shop, date, and do business. It’s tempting to treat a real estate transaction the same way. Which is t
What Do I Need to Know as a Home Seller?
by Chris Petry The first thing you should know as a prospective home seller is, it’s still a great market! That’s right, for over 2 years now, sellers have been uniquely positioned to get the best possible value for the sale of their homes. We even saw sellers receive offers well above asking price on occasion. It’s Economics 101: when you have more buyers than product, the pr
Spine-Chilling Sights That Can Scare Buyers Away
In the spirit of the Halloween holiday, we’re taking a look into the spooky, eerie things about a home that will simply scare buyers away. No, we’re not talking about properties that may be rumored to be haunted. Luckily, we’re talking about simply scary things that are simple fixes for sellers! Here are 10 things that will scare buyers away from a home: 1. Horrendo
Home Staging Tips: Fall Edition
It pretty much goes without saying that fall is a great time to sell a home. But, did you know that this crisp, cool season also offers an excellent opportunity for sellers to capitalize on some of fall’s bright colors and warm scents to bring in prospective buyers? Here are a few tips for sellers who want to highlight the season in their homes this fall: 1. Start Outside Th
Things To Consider As An Empty Nester
It’s that time of year when many homeowners around the nation find themselves facing a new chapter in their lives, we like to call it the empty nest. Though various circumstances can lead to an empty nest including college and new careers, homeowners who suddenly find themselves in a big, empty home often are faced with making the same decision: Should we stay in this house as it is, remodel
Impress Your Guests: 8 Steps To Host A Successful Open House
Did you know, open houses are a great way to show off your home and attract prospective buyers? Preparing the house and property for visitors takes a little time, but welcoming potential buyers with a little hospitality goes a long way towards making a sale. Make a checklist and work the plan, so you don’t leave anything out! 1. Landscaping Make sure that your grass is cut, bushe
