{"id":166,"date":"2011-03-01T14:53:24","date_gmt":"2011-03-01T21:53:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/angelatapp.com\/WP\/?page_id=166"},"modified":"2014-07-06T02:22:17","modified_gmt":"2014-07-06T02:22:17","slug":"buying-and-selling-tips","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/www.mountainre.com\/?page_id=166","title":{"rendered":"Buying and Selling Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS INVOLVE ONE OF THE BIGGEST FINANCIAL INVESTMENTS MOST PEOPLE EXPERIENCE IN THEIR LIFETIME.<br \/>\nBuying property should always be an exciting experience. Let me guide you through the process and ensure that you have a smooth and professional transaction.\u00a0 My services and experience range from financial advice to helping you find the property that best suits you and your family\u2019s needs. THE PROCESS IS ALL ABOUT YOU. It&#8217;s important that you choose an experienced, professional Realtor who is there for you.<\/p>\n<p>Buyers, I will:<br \/>\n\u2022 Actively find you many potential choices<br \/>\n\u2022 Keep you informed during the entire process<br \/>\n\u2022 Negotiate skillfully on your behalf<br \/>\n\u2022 Answer all of your questions with competence<\/p>\n<p><strong>I pride myself on repeat business.<\/strong><br \/>\nI have many resources to assist you in your property search. Sometimes the properties you are seeking are available but not actively advertised in the market. I am well informed and know the territory.<\/p>\n<p>Sellers, I will:<br \/>\n\u2022 Assist you in the selection process by providing objective information about each property.<br \/>\n\u2022 Help you negotiate.<br \/>\n\u2022 Provide due diligence during the evaluation of the property.<br \/>\n\u2022 Guide you through the closing process and make<br \/>\nsure all the details flow together smoothly.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"> SELLERS<\/span><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Some quick tips to help you sell your property more quickly.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>1) Declutter<strong>! <\/strong> Studies show that a cluttered home can sell for 5% to 15% less than its decluttered competition.\u00a0 Put some of your things in storage so that a potential buyer can envision their belongings in the home.<\/p>\n<p>2) Clean your rugs!\u00a0 Dirty carpets and rugs can devalue a home up to $5,000.00<\/p>\n<p>3) Fresh towels and throw pillows.\u00a0 They can add thousands to a properties value by making a home appear fresher and more updated.<\/p>\n<p>4) Regrouting tile.\u00a0 People assume the old tile needs to be ripped out and replaced when it looks old and dirty.\u00a0 Fresh grout for a few hundred dollars can add tens of thousands to your property.<\/p>\n<p>5) New fixtures and appliances.\u00a0 The buyer doesn\u2019t want the hassle and will pay more for the property that has the things he\/she is looking for.\u00a0 Make it easier for them to choose your property.<\/p>\n<p>6) New lighting.\u00a0 This is a great way to update a space and also make it warmer and brighter.<\/p>\n<p>7) Replace cabinets.\u00a0 Quality cabinets will bring a quality price.\u00a0 This may seem like a lot of added cost and work, but it will pay off in the end when you are faced with a lot of competition, and with buyers who are looking for more for their money.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Remodeling Cost Vs. Value for Sellers<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Eight of the top 10 projects with the highest cost vs. value ratio are exterior replacement projects.\u00a0 These generally perform better because they are among the least expensive projects to complete and are non discretionary improvements that contribute to curb appeal, a strong subjective factor among home buyers.\u00a0\u00a0 The projects that recouped the most at resale are: Entry door replacement, garage door replacement, siding, wood deck addition, minor kitchen remodel, window replacement, attic bedroom remodel, and basement remodel.\u00a0 Home office remodels and sun room additions recouped the <strong>least<\/strong>. \u00a0\u00a0 Source &#8211;CRS Magazine April 2011<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS INVOLVE ONE OF THE BIGGEST FINANCIAL INVESTMENTS MOST PEOPLE EXPERIENCE IN THEIR LIFETIME. Buying property should always be an exciting experience. 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