Should the Charlotte Home Seller or the Buyer Pay for Repairs? If you’re thinking of selling your Charlotte home, you will definitely want to hire your own inspector to spot problem issues, so those problems can be addressed BEFORE listing your home. Here's why... Homes that are in excellent condition, in a great location and priced at market value typically sell very quickly in this market. Say a Charlotte home for sale goes under Contract within a week of listing. That listing remains on the market as "Under Contract, Continue to Show" throughout the entire Due Diligence period. That … Continue reading...
Getting Top Dollar In The Shortest Amount of Time for Your Charlotte Home
Getting Top Dollar In The Shortest Amount of Time for Your Charlotte Home That's what we, at The Maxwell House Group do for our Charlotte home sellers! And, if you want the proof, here is the most recent data of how our Little Brokerage That Could stacks up against the competition. The age-old argument that we, as a boutique brokerage sometimes hear is that we are not a 'national brokerage' and that Sellers simply 'must' have those 'big box brokerage' names behind them. Well, that's simply a myth and we thought we would provide the real data that was garnered right straight from our MLS … Continue reading...
What Do Buyers Want in a Charlotte Neighborhood?
What Do Buyers Want in a Charlotte Neighborhood? To sell your Charlotte home, you must be certain that buyers want it. So, what do they want? Based on the data just in from the 2013 National Association of REALTORS® Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, here are what buyers want in a neighborhood in order of importance: Most favor a quality neighborhood Half of buyers said they want convenience to jobs Nearly half look at the overall affordability of Charlotte homes in the neighborhood Many buyers prefer to live close to family and friends Buyers are also interested in having shopping … Continue reading...
Charlotte Luxury Home Seller Tips | The Importance of Professional Photography
Charlotte Luxury Home Seller Tips | The Importance of Professional Photography Are Your Photos Hurting the Sale of Your Charlotte Luxury Home? “A picture is worth a thousand words.” – Frederick R. Barnard One photograph can have a greater impact on the sale of the home than the entire presentation. Actually, one photo won’t stand alone, and never does but, remember that with the sheer volume of potential buyers searching for Charlotte luxury homes for sale online (93+%), vivid photographs simply must be included in your marketing. In fact, good photography alone can make the difference … Continue reading...
7 Powerful Reasons to List Your Charlotte Home for Sale During the Holidays
7 Powerful Reasons to List Your Charlotte Home for Sale During the Holidays I am hearing this question more and more these days - "Why should I even think of listing my Charlotte home for sale during the holidays?" It's a very logical question but, let me explain the reasoning behind why I recommend listing your Charlotte home for sale during the holidays... 1. While there may be fewer buyers out there shopping for Charlotte homes for sale during the holidays, the buyers who are looking, are serious buyers and they are READY to buy! 2. Relocation buyers are still shopping for homes for … Continue reading...
4 Quick Tips To Closet Cleanout – Charlotte Home Seller Tips
4 Quick Tips To Closet Cleanout - Charlotte Home Seller Tips Having met with a moving company this week to obtain an estimate on our local move early next year, reminded me that the more ‘clutter’ we have, the more costly our move will be! Not only will Charlotte home buyers judge our home as being too cluttered but, the increased moving expense is simply not worth it to me to move belongings that have been stored in the backs of closets, accumulating over the years! Your living spaces are the most important rooms in your home. They’re where you read bedtime stories, have family dinners … Continue reading...
Should You Lower Your Price On Your Charlotte Home for Sale?
Should You Lower Your List Price on Your Charlotte Home for Sale? Are you trying to sell your Charlotte home and finding that it is just not selling? In fact, showings have dwindled to a random few? This may be due to a number of reasons beyond your control, such as its location or the fact that the home layout is somewhat unusual. These are issues that you CANNOT CHANGE! If you are struggling to sell your home, there is one factor that you CAN change that may alter your results – the price. Most homeowners are reluctant to lower the price of their home, because it feels somewhat like … Continue reading...
What Happens if You Find Your New Charlotte Home Before You Sell Your Old One?
What Happens if You Find Your New Home Before You Sell Your Old One? This is a common question that I get from sellers who have found their Charlotte dream home but, have not yet sold the home that they’re living in. So what does happen when you find that dream home that you want to buy, before you have made the sale on your old property? Ideally you would have sold your current home before you buy your new property. However, sometimes the transition doesn’t work out that way. You don’t want to give up the sale if you have found a bargain on your dream house, so is it possible to buy the … Continue reading...
6 Ways to Spice Up Your Ceilings in Your Charlotte Home for Sale
6 Ways to Spice Up Your Ceilings in Your Charlotte Home for Sale You’re absolutely sick of looking at the popcorn ceiling of your 1980’s home — it’s time for a change. However, behind the façade of a ceiling is a mess of plumbing, wiring, joists and structural beams, so you have to be careful and creative when updating your home. Whether you’re dealing with an older home, a tricky duct system or an unfinished basement, below are several ceiling solutions to brighten up the space above your head. Bring back wood paneling. The 70’s are making a comeback. If you have a flat or slanted ceiling, … Continue reading...
Cultivation Meets Foundation | Unintended Consquences
Unintended Consequences - Cultivation Meets Foundation Ahh, the joys of gardening! If you enjoy the serenity of working in your gardens and you’re a landscape enthusiast, take note. All of those carefully cultivated bushes, flowers and landscaping that you (or your landscaper) work so hard to perfect, may have unintended consequences. Not only do plants contain moisture, they also transmit it to the surfaces that they touch. If shrubbery or mulch are too close to the house, they not only block sunlight but, air circulation which causes dampen ing of the exterior and even the crawl space. … Continue reading...