Contemplating a home sale? Staging your bathroom for sale is one of the simplest ways to sell for top dollar.
Examine: Does your bathroom need a fresh coat of paint? If the lighting and hardware is out of date consider replacing.
Clea...
I grew up in Glendale, CA. At that time, the majority of the homes were built before 1950. Closet space was at a premium. My sister and I shared one small closet. Fast forward to today, and most newer homes have ample closet space. But often, t...
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I am a regular reader of your real estate questions and think I have a new dilemma. My husband and I divorced more than a decade ago. So it ...
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I am the executor of my Uncle’s estate (he resided in Texas). He didn’t have his affairs in order. And I learned that although he has a ...
Buying or selling a home is often an emotional roller coaster! It’s no surprise, given how many steps are involved and the number of people who play a role in the transaction. For both buyers and sellers, the experience is full of emotions an...
When the time comes to prepare your home for sale, bathrooms make a major impact. With home prices at record levels, buyers are looking for a spa like experience. Bathroom staging can be done on a budget.
The most important thing to reme...
How to determine if your agent is doing a good job
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We have had our home listed for a couple of months with only one low ball offer. I read ...
Why some homes don’t get shown
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We have had our home on the market for two months. During the first couple of weeks, we had about 15 peo...
Selling a vacant home
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I received a job transfer, and we purchased another home in North Carolina. Ou...
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Masking Odors When Selling
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Last year a real estate agent knocked on my door and we discussed home prices in my neighborhood. I was surpris...