By Kurt Jacobson Gone are the days when all you had to do to sell a home was to put up a “For Sale” sign or take out an advertisement in the local newspaper. Most homeowners and realtors today rely on…
Avoid the Emotional Stress of Moving with This Packing List Moving is never an easy thing to do – but you can make it more organized and orderly with a plan and the right time table. That’s why we gathered…
Home Selling Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Before you list your house, it pays to do your homework. He’s some of the most common seller mistakes to help you save thousands — even tens of thousands — of dollars.…
Selling your home? Then you’ve likely had that rude awakening where a real estate agent tours your home and breaks some tough news: Your house needs work before it goes on the market. For starters, you’ll have to fix the boiler. And paint. And replace those outdated…
Every seller needs to be aware of the five facts that determine if you house sits or sells. Ignoring these could mean staying in your current house longer than you intended. 1. Price The best chance for selling your property…
By Ryan C. Benton Winter isn’t over yet, but as the days begin to get longer and temperatures rise, the thaw will soon begin. And as the weather starts to warm so does the housing market! I know, it’s still…
By Ryan C. Benton As the classic holiday song goes, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” And I agree. Like many here in Hampton Roads, I kick off the season with the Grand Illumination Parade in downtown Norfolk…
Getting your ready to sell your home doesn’t have to be expensive! You can grab the buyers attention with cheap and quick fixes and renovations. 1. Paint Paint Paint! First on your to-do list should be the front door—use it…
Getting your home ready for showings is difficult enough, but if you have small children in the home it can add additional complications. You probably have read that the real estate market is heating up, but you may have reservations…
It’s tempting to try to save money by representing yourself in a real estate transaction, but it really isn’t worth it. Here are six reasons you should use a REALTOR®. 1. Your REALTOR® can help you understand different financing options…