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Let’s face it. The perfect house simply does not exist. That’s why selling real estate is a numbers game. Simply put, the more prospects who see your home the more likely you are to get a ready and able buyer. What do you do, however, when you are getting the traffic but are repeatedly shot […]
I get the question all the time, “Should I paint this woodwork?” Invariably, it is someone looking to modernize an older home that has natural wood baseboards and trim around doors and windows. Most times I shutter at the thought, but there are times when it makes sense. Here are some of those instances. 1. […]
It’s true, great things come in small packages. The 2015 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report (produced by Remodeling magazine in cooperation with the National Association of REALTORS® and REALTOR® Magazine) makes clear, small-scale jobs are where it’s at when it comes to getting the most bang for your home improvement buck. Most projects will net […]
Many people want to make customizations to their home, whether it be for aesthetic or practical purposes (read the tub stops working or starts leaking). Before hiring contractors or warming up the tile saw, consider these implications for home renovations. Making smart design and functionality choices will help add value to your home and ensure […]
Cold temperatures, snow and all the things that come with winter can wreak havoc on your home, ultimately costing you money and negatively impacting its worth. Follow these top ten winter home maintenance tips to keep your house in top shape. Check the slope of the dirt around the perimeter of your home to ensure […]
As a serial remodeler, I’m looking forward to spending part of my winter holiday curled up on the sofa planning the wonderful things I’m going to do to my home in 2014. If you’re also day-dreaming about your next home improvements, these ideas (plus some eye candy) from the experts at realtor.com can help you […]
While real estate sales are typically slower from December through March, there are still plenty of reasons to list your house for sale now. Here are the top four: Inventory in many communities in Central Ohio remains low. As a result, there is pent up demand in the real estate market as a buyers are […]
Everyone knows that kitchens and baths sell homes. But do you know the 5 renovations that provide the highest return on investment according to the Remodeling 2013 Cost vs. Value Report (www.costvsvalue.com)? Here they are: Entry Door Replacement (steel): 73.7% Minor Kitchen Remodel: 69.8% Siding Replacement (vinyl): 68% Window Replacement (wood): 66.1% Two-Story Addition: 64.0% […]
September home sales were 13.1 percent higher than last year demonstrating that housing demand in the Columbus region continues to remain strong. Sales for residential homes and condos through the third quarter rose 22.4 percent from last year and stand as the second highest on record for the first nine months of the year according […]
If you answered maybe,you could be right. If you answered no, your’re probably more on target. Whether you are a possible seller, buyer or both, consider four reasons that indicate 2013 may be your better bet. 1. First and foremost, interest rates are going up According to Bankrate.com, the benchmark 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 3.87 […]