So you have made the decision to list your home for sale. Congratulations! Please remember, even in a hot market, even in a low inventory market, walking into a dirty home is an instant turn off. Period. Usually when touring with a buyer, the conversation in the car usually goes a little something like, “If […]
The Importance of Curb Appeal in 2020
The importance of curb appeal cannot be overlooked. Or overstated. “First thing a buyer sees…” We can all recite television house designers verbatim. But curb appeal often slips off a seller’s to-do list as other projects take longer and cost more than expected. Time and money run out, and curb appeal is sacrificed. Well it […]
The Ins and Outs of Setting a Price for Your Home
The Ins and Outs of Setting a Price for Your Home It’s a big decision with a lot of factors, but don’t worry — you have backup. Read Visit houselogic.com for more articles like this. Copyright 2018 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® “Because memories. Because sentiment. Because pride.” Knowing how to price your home in a […]
From For Sale to Sold: Top 10 To Dos Before Listing Your Home
By Danni Duggan Everyone has heard tell of “that home.” You know, the home that belonged to a best friend’s neighbor’s niece. Story goes something like this: She listed the home She had multiple offers within hours The money truck backed into the driveway Everyone lived happily ever after We all want to believe we […]
Paint Color Cheat Sheet
In addition to freshening up the paint in your home before going on the market, it is equally important to put some thought into the colors you select. According to a recent review and analysis of real estate photos conducted by Zillow, certain colors might net you more money. If you are going to paint […]
Top 10 Things to Do to Sell Your Home for Top Dollar
By Danni Duggan, OR Broker, Premiere Property Group, LLC Everyone has heard tell of “that home.” You know, the one that belongs to a best friend’s neighbor’s niece. She listed the home, had multiple offers within 90 minutes, and the money truck just backed right up to her front door. Everyone hopes they own that […]
Portland Home Energy Audit Scores – Coming in 2018…
Do you know your home’s energy score? Well if you live in a single-family home (not a condo) in the city of Portland, and plan to sell your home, sellers will be required to disclose it to potential buyers. Beginning in 2018, City of Portland home sellers will need to purchase the services of a […]
Autumn Home Maintenance Checklist
Fall is in full swing here in Oregon. I know this because my lawn is green once again, and I am bombarded in the grocery store and in coffee shops by the options of pumpkin-spiced, well, everything. Some classic Portland autumn activities we can all enjoy: Apple picking and the corn maize at Sauvie Island. […]
Sellers: How to Prepare for a Photo and Video Shoot
Photos are the single most important tool to bring buyers to your home. Although the Portland real estate market is a strong seller’s market at the moment, that does not mean that sellers should skimp on their strongest marketing tool when listing their home for sale. While many of us REALTORS® possess tips and tricks […]
Prioritizing Pets in Real Estate Listings
When I find a spare minute (or 90 of them), I do enjoy getting lost down the many rabbit holes of Pinterest. I’m always on the hunt for home improvement inspiration. Or pet-related inspiration. And sometimes, on truly magical days, I find both. The latest DIY obsession, er, project that we are kicking around here […]