Light Up the Night With Your Charlotte Home For Sale Have you ever thought about what your Charlotte home for sale looks like at night? You should, because potential buyers certainly do. Imagine a potential buyer driving by your home after sunset. What will they see - a beautifully lit walkway leading to a welcoming front door - or a house that’s dark and dreary? Many potential buyers want a home that looks lovely both day and night. Why do they care what it looks like in the dark? They entertain primarily at night, they frequently come home from a long day at work after dark, and they … Continue reading...
Charlotte Home Seller Preparation Checklist
SELLER CHECKLIST - 30 Interior Tasks for Your Charlotte Home for Sale Those who have never had a Charlotte home for sale before often think that selling is as simple as hiring a real estate agent and putting a sign in the yard. Believe me, it’s not that simple, as you’ll soon discover! The Interior of Your Home You’ve taken care of the exterior of your Charlotte home for sale-the first up-close impression buyers get. So, when buyers make it inside, they’re one step closer to actually buying your home. However, if the interior is a mess, this could blow the entire plan to get your home … Continue reading...
What’s Worse Than an Unrealistic Seller?
What’s worse than an Unrealistic Seller? I think it is common for a lot seller’s to think their home is worth more than their neighbor’s house that sold down the block a few months back and therefore want to ask X amount more. They have granite and their neighbor didn’t, so they add $5,000 more to their asking price. They have crown molding and their neighbor didn’t, so they add another $5,000. Their home backs to a hedge, which they call a preserve, so they add another $10,000 on. The days of getting $20,000 for these items are LONG GONE and as a professional REALTOR I don’t expect … Continue reading...
Providence Downs South Home for Sale – UNDER CONTRACT in 1 WEEK!
Location, condition and price are all contributing facets of the success in the sale of real property--especially in this market. The home is in fantastic condition, offering lots of amenities and in one of South Charlotte’s premier Waxhaw communities (Providence Downs South). Pricing is key in this market and the sellers priced the home to effectively sell, knowing that becoming ‘stale on the market’ is all too common these days. Remember when pricing your home for sale in Charlotte (or Waxhaw), to consult a real estate agent who is trained to help you price YOUR home to … Continue reading...
Bring More Natural Light into Your Charlotte Home for Sale
Bring More Natural Light into Your Charlotte Home for Sale Why would you want to bring more natural light into your Charlotte home for sale? Any time you don’t need to turn on a light switch, it saves energy and money. It discourages mold and mildew. It’s cheering and feels expansive. Even if your power goes out, you can see and possibly even read by natural light. Here are some ways to do it: Paint it brightly. You may be amazed at how much brighter a room becomes when the walls are a lighter color. Give it a try in one room and you will see the difference. Use mirrors strategically. … Continue reading...
Are There Advantages of Selling Your Home Without a Charlotte Real Estate Agent?
Advantages of Selling Your Home Without a Charlotte Real Estate Agent... ...Or are they? In today’s economy, people are looking for ways to save money. This is also true when it comes to selling their homes. Some homeowners believe that selling their homes without a Charlotte real estate agent will save them thousands. Is selling your home on your own right for you? After weighing some of the advantages and disadvantages to selling your home without a Charlotte real estate agent, you will be able to make a more informed decision on which choice is best for you. Here are three reasons … Continue reading...
4 Tips to Getting Your Charlotte Home Sold in a Buyers’ Market
4 Tips to Getting Your Charlotte Home Sold in a Buyers' Market Yes, it’s still a buyer’s market, and there doesn’t appear to be a change coming anytime soon. What makes this a buyers’ market? Absorption statistics/supply and demand: there are more homes for sale than people who want to buy them. That means that in many markets, it takes longer for homes to sell, and buyers can be pickier. If you want or need to sell your Charlotte home, here are four tips to help you do that in today’s real estate market: Be choosy about the real estate agent you hire. Interview your real estate … Continue reading...
Are You Up for Selling Your OWN Charlotte Real Estate?
Are You Up for Selling Your OWN Charlotte Real Estate? As I’m sure you are aware, the real estate industry is experiencing one of its worst down markets in history—at least locally it is. The last thing you want to do is pay commission to a real estate agent, right? Not to mention the fact that you’re nearly positiveyou can sell your own home just fine without having had any experience in doing so—it’s EASY! Before sticking a “For Sale by Owner” sign up, however, you’ll need to make sure that you’re ready for the work and headaches entailed in doing so. Time. Yes, you absolutely can sell … Continue reading...
4 Ways to De-clutter Your Charlotte Home Without Having a Garage Sale
4 Ways to De-clutter Your Charlotte Home Without Having a Garage Sale You know that you’re not a hoarder but, you definitely need to get rid of items that clutter your soon-to-be Charlotte home for sale. If the thought of having a garage sale makes you run in the other direction, never fear! Here are four websites that will help you de-clutter unwanted items, without having a garage sale or throwing anything in the trash. Craigslist: No matter what you think of Craigslist, it works for getting rid of unwanted items. Just be sure to stay safe by having a friend or family member with you … Continue reading...
7 Ways to Prepare your Charlotte Home for an Appraisal
7 Ways to Prepare your Charlotte Home for an Appraisal Have you ever considered that preparing your Charlotte home for an appraisal could increase its appraised value? While many owners consider a home appraisal as simply another step in the process of selling or refinancing their homes, homeowners who prep their homes for the appraisal often fare better than those who do nothing. Here are seven ways to prepare your Charlotte home for the best appraisal possible: Give the appraiser a list of recent sales. Ask your real estate agent to make a list of properties similar to yours that have … Continue reading...