Guest Blog by Cat Dobson Getting your home ready to sell can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. After first choosing the right real estate agent to represent you and market your home well, these 5 tips can get your house ready in no time! Declutter &...
Guest Blog by Terin Merriman Hi Friends! So this is our lives in the midst of a global pandemic, huh? As we’re adjusting to this “new world” we find ourselves in, it’s important to keep life as normal as we can. While times are challenging and many of us are still...
Is your home ready to make the best possible impression on prospective buyers? Let’s look at the best ways to get your home in ship-shape for selling season!
Moving is undoubtedly stressful, but the right preparations can make it easier. When picking your moving day, take some time off for the family in the months before or after summer when rates are low. Have some extra buffer time to make sure the adjustment goes smoothly for everyone. When it comes to organization, a good cleanout can make all the difference before it is time to pack. Communicate with your movers about how to handle delicate and valuable items, and make sure everything is clearly labeled to make unpacking the house easier for all.
The greater Fredericksburg region is a hotspot for military families and defense contractors! Just a short trip away from the Nation's Capital and only minutes from Quantico MCB, Fort AP Hill and NSF Dahlgren, we are in the perfect spot for those looking to live close...
Ever wonder why some homes sell faster than others? There are plenty of examples of similarly priced homes that had drastically different days on market! Here are our 5 best tips for speeding up a home sale: 1. Clean It Up There's no beating around the bush, the...
Most sellers (wrongly) assume that upgrading your home before putting it on the market is a waste of money. Today's savvy buyers may take a second look or even end up paying more for a home with energy-efficient features! With all of the smart home tech coming out...
You've prepped your home for sale in every imaginable way--fresh paint, a deep cleaning, new landscaping, decluttered closets, even tidying up the garage! Your house looks better than it ever has and you're ready to hit the market! Before you stick that "For Sale"...
Marketing your listings doesn't have to feel like a shot in the dark—what if you could pinpoint exactly who was most likely to buy your listing, where they're likely to move from and speak directly to them? Coldwell Banker has done exactly that and given our agents a...
Selling your home can feel like a shot in the dark sometimes—who should my agent be advertising my home to? What type of person is most likely to want to live in my area? How does my home stack up against the other homes in the neighborhood? What if you could pinpoint...
Everyone knows that first impressions are important but when it comes to selling your home, it makes even more of a difference! We’ll go into our top 3 tips for making your home look like a million bucks (without spending a ton!). Get Spiffy It might be cliche but...
1. ThredUp/ Letgo Moving, while stressful, is actually one of the best times to evaluate your wardrobe and all your possessions—if you’re dreading moving it to your new home, it’s probably time to let it go. ThredUp and Letgo are both awesome for paring down your...
First Impressions Matter Curb appeal can make or break your home's sale! So many sellers totally neglect the exterior which is the first thing the buyer sees when considering your home. Mow the lawn, sweep the porch, and touchup any scuffed trim. Consider adding some...
The National Association of Realtors released their first ever “Veterans & Active Military Home Buyers and Sellers Profile” in May, which shed some light on military members’ real estate habits and trends. The study showed that 95% of active-duty members and 88%...
Selling your home quickly is a matter of pricing it right, marketing it aggressively and making sure that it looks its best for potential buyers. Your agent is responsible for the first two, but the last one is where you can really shine! In order to get top dollar...