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5 Things Home Buyers Wish They Knew Before Buying a Home

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Buying a home – it’s the American Dream. A large percentage of Americans consider buying a home a top priority in their lives, many whom live right here in Southwest Florida. What we all want is perfect conditions that are a win-win for everyone involved but the ugly truth is, the home buying process can be a whirlwind. Having the right expectations and information before setting out to fulfill your dream will go a long way in helping you get a positive outcome with as little stress as possible. To give you an advantage, we’ve shared 5 tips many first-time homebuyers wish they had known before buying their homes. Bank Pre-Approval is a MUST Before You Start Looking You’re sitting there, figuring out finances and such and think “This is what I can afford!” So, you head to apply for a mortgage and discover just how wrong you were. Sigh….

Repair Your Home Before Selling It

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You’ve decided to sell your house in SWFL but it’s not in the best shape? Are you wondering if you should make repairs or renovations. The paint is chipped, woodwork has scratches, or worse issues: electrical or plumbing issues. Now, you’re stuck between making repairs to your house or selling it “as-is”. Experts say that more than one-third of total home sales fall through because of issues with the condition of the house. This is a major reason why you should consider repairing your house before you attempt to sell it. What Does it Mean to Sell “As-Is”? You might be wondering what selling as-is means. It just means that you are selling your house in its current condition without any repairs or renovations. People often sell their property as-is when they cannot afford to make necessary repairs or just want to be out of it as quickly as possible….

Selling a Home for the First Time?

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Here are some tips on how to sell your home if you’ve never done it before. Yes, there are usually emotions that go along with selling your home, especially if you’ve lived in it for a long time. It should also focus on maximizing your profit. Price Your Home Correctly There is a fine line between getting your home priced properly for the market and overpricing it. Make sure you do your homework to get an idea of what your home might be worth, and then let your real estate agent give you the valuable information you’ll need to get your home priced right. Your agent will analyze comparable sales and prepare an estimate of value (CMA). Your listing agent should have the experience and education to provide you with an accurate opinion of value, so you won’t price your home too high, or too low. Home Staging Boosts Selling…

Are You Ready to Sell? How to Stage Your House for Top Dollar in 2021

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If you are thinking about selling your property in Southwest Florida, you probably want top dollar, right? Of course you do! There are things you can do to make sure you get the best offer for your house. The main thing you want to focus on is: home presentation (a.k.a. staging). You need to present your house in the best possible light! What is staging? Staging is the process of making the best “image” of your property to impress and appeal to Buyers. You want to create an atmosphere that makes it easy for a Buyer to picture living in it. Staging seeks to highlight the existing features and paint the home as “picturesque”. Why does staging matter? Because you need your house to STAND OUT from all the other houses that are out there on the Market. In today’s market, Buyers have many choices, so you want your house…

Real Market Conditions for the Real Estate Market

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Are you looking to buy or sell real estate? Here are some real market conditions and how they may affect you and your choices when it comes to buying and selling in today’s market. Stepping Up the Technology The past year has showed much change in technology when it comes to the real estate market. Social media posts, digital documentation, virtual tours, and video chat allow real estate agents to connect with clients no matter where they are. This is a great option for those thinking of buying or selling real estate in place where they are not. They can view property by video and virtual tour, chat online with their broker or sales associate, sign documents online, and even virtually attend a closing. For those in the real estate industry, they are practices that will be elaborated on as a new way of doing business moving forward, even…

Keep Your Home Bug Free During the Summer Months

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7 Time-Tested Tricks to Keep Your Home Bug-Free During the Summer Months (& All Year Too) Pesky insects can happen anytime of the year but during the hot summer months, they can be out-of-control annoying. They infest your yard and then have the audacity to invade your “happy place” – your home! Here are 7 pro tips that will help keep your yard AND your home bug-free this summer! Standing Water – Public Enemy #1 There is almost nothing bugs love more than water – especially standing, dirty water. Mosquitos come out like CRAZY, breed like CRAZY, and let us be honest – drives us CRAZY. Make sure your gutters are clear of debris and there are no areas in your yard that has standing water. If you have a birdbath, that water should also be cleaned out regularly. Remove (or Move) Attractants Your garbage is a feast-for-all when it…

Why Saying “YES” to Renters Insurance is a Good Choice

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We know that car insurance is necessary when you own a vehicle. If there is an accident your insurance company works with you to fix or get a replacement. Have you thought about what would happen if there was a fire, flood, or burglary in your rented home? If you do not have renters insurance, you will need to replace items in your home that were destroyed or stolen. And, even though you will hopefully never have to use a renters insurance policy because you’ve had a theft, fire or flood, it is a wise and inexpensive investment. Renters insurance does not just cover your rental, it also covers your belongings! You shouldn’t necessarily rely on your landlord insurance. You should have your own renter insurance policy to make sure your personal things are covered in case of loss. Purchase your own renter insurance policy. What Does Renters Insurance Cover?…

Hurricane Season: Don’t Wait, Prepare.

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Don’t wait until a hurricane watch is issued. It may then already be too late to take certain precautions. Reduce the potential for property damage. Get through any hurricane season with less stress. Prepare before hurricane season begins. 1. Plan an evacuation route ahead of hurricane season If you live on the coast or in a mobile home, you may have to evacuate in the event of a major storm. While you’ll no doubt get instructions from the local government, it’s wise to create your evacuation plan well before hurricane season. Know about the nearest shelters, take your pets into account, make sure to take important papers. Make a trial run. 2. Keep non-perishable emergency supplies on hand When a hurricane warning is issued, people run for the stores. Get ahead of the rush by having the following on hand: Extra batteries Candles or lamps with fuel Matches Materials for…

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