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- Buying is Emotional Not Logical
We assume buyers are intentional, logical. Most buying decisions are are in fact emotional. They may purchase a home based on reasons even the buyer can't pinpoint. But, we have a good idea what conditions a home needs to meet to catch a good buyer. There are 3 questions that need to be answered within seconds of walking in the door: 1) Has this home been well-maintained? 2) Will this home cost me more time and money than it's worth? 3) Can I see myself living here? Remember when you bought your home? How long did it take you to think, "This could be the one."? The average buyer has made up their minds within 8 seconds of entering a home. If all you manage to do is deep clean and detail the entryway, inside and outside and remove your personalized items, like pictures, backscratchers and notes, you'll be ahead of the game. Keep in mind those three questions as you prep your home for sale. If you need help, call us at Home Settings LLC 541-246-9985.
- 4 Ways Your Front Door Could Make You Thousands of $$$
When trying to sell your home, a new or improved front door, alone, could bring in as much as $6,000 in increased profits hip2save.com Skip the new door and try this! 1) CLEAN (duh right? but....) get the trim around the door frame, the casing inside the frame, the hardware, and of course the door itself. 2) CLEAN the windows and screens as well as the threshold (the piece you step over.) 3) Refinish, or recoat- Trust me, it's worth it right now. JET BLACK or SLATE BLUE front doors are the way to go in 2022. SEATTLE, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/, Jet black 4) Cobwebs, excessive decoration, and personalized accessories should be removed from your entryway. It is not just a door. Your door serves as a gateway to another dimension, a future dimension where you're counting your profits while the new owners live in the home you're in now. Give it the royal treatment! And now a poem, about the "Perfect Front Door." always the sense of the futility of maintenance yet I feel the cool night air from the open door capital crosses the border at will why not labor. Steve Malmude The Bundle: Selected Poems Subpress/Goodbye
- Your Yard as Part of Your Living Space
Forget about just mowing the lawn and trimming the hedges. People live in their yards too! Kids play games BBQs with neighbors are enjoyed Parties are thrown Mom and Dad relax together When looking for a new home, many put a livable outdoor space at the top of their wish list. There must be space to BE. Here are some outdoor living space ideas that go beyond just building a deck. Pergolas- an outdoor structure consisting of columns that support a roofing grid of beams and rafters. These can be attached to a home or free standing. Typically, they have an open roof allowing the sun to shine in through a slatted top. It is a space to be. There are many clever and interesting design ideas for pergolas. Gazebos- a structure with four or more columns and a covered roof. Gazebos seem a little fancier than pergolas. They can be simple as well. The main difference is the covered roof vs. the pergola's open roof. They are great for wetter climates or for a more private space. Fire pits- stone, metal, wood-burning or gas-burning A great way to set the ambiance in an outdoor space and you can't beat the power of a crackling fire to make people gather around. In places where fires would not typically be allowed, often gas-burning fire pits are an exception. Check on your local ordinances. Stone Patio- Stone patios can go almost anywhere. With the price of wood gone up into orbit this can be a cost effective alternative. It can be done DIY for much less, although it is a considerable amount work. There are endless design possibilities and styles to play with. Outdoor Kitchen Last but not least, at least not dollar-wise (these can get pretty spendy), we have the outdoor kitchen. It'sa BBQ lover's dream. Including counters and often a sink or even a mini-fridge, they can be as simple or complex as you can dream up. Not just fun but entirely practical. Under a covered roof, you're guaranteed year round enjoyment. Valuable? You bet. Creating a livable outdoor space can raise a home's total value by 14%-20%. That's a chunk of change for swapping out that old lawn space. Gardens aren't just for looking, they can also be for living!
- Strategy for Intensive Decluttering
Start Packing- backward Since your moving any way you could just start packing for your move. That's a lot more challenging than packing for, say, a vacation. Packing backward means starting by packing up what you do need. Like you're going on an extended vacation to a cabin or beach house for a month. Pack everything you absolutely can't live without. Including the pots and pans. Remember, this is temporary, like a vacation. Just don't tape the boxes yet. Now, for everything else, excluding your main furnishings, pack it up. Put it away Renting a storage unit would be wise. If you can't afford it, designate a corner of the garage or neatly stack boxes in your now-empty closets. Pots, pans, plates, stuffed animals and everything out of your bathrooms also. Try not to add to your already packed "vacation items." Depersonalize Pictures off the walls, Knick knacks, and artifacts, packed and stacked too. Remove personal items you use, like pen-holders, magazines, back scratchers, hats, and the like. Your home will sell faster if potential buyers can see it. Plus, you never know, you might decide you don't need the rest of it after your move. Conclusion The idea is to make a great first impression. Potential buyers will have an opinion formed within the first few seconds of walking into a home, largely based on subconscious cues. They will be asking themselves: Has this home been well maintained? Could I see myself living in this space? Is this going to require more work than it's worth? Create a space ready to move into, not a space already lived in.
- Do this ONE thing to earn 403% return on investment
There is a lot to do before selling your home. Here, I will explain what project you can do to get the biggest bang for your buck. According to Homebay.com, and I highly suggest reading their full article; Clean & Declutter is the winner. Avg. Cost: $402 Value Added: $2,024 Return on Investment (ROI): 403%" Next was landscaping with only half the return of decluttering and cleaning. Hearing that may have come as a big relief. If doing a complete remodel would be preferable to sorting through your stuff and you're overwhelmed read our article on decluttering here. Now, let's talk about where to channel your efforts. Start Packing You're moving anyway. Get ahead and start packing. Renting a storage unit would be wise. If you can't afford it, designate a corner of the garage or neatly stack boxes in your now-empty closets. Your home will sell faster if potential buyers can see it. If you need help decluttering and organizing you can call Home Settings LLC for that. Depersonalize Pictures off the walls, Knick knacks, and artifacts, packed and stacked too. Remove personal items you use, like pen-holders, magazines, back scratchers, hats, and the like. You're going for more of a hotel feel; a space ready to move into, not a space already lived in. Cleaning The idea is to make a great first impression. Potential buyers will have an opinion formed within the first few seconds of walking into a home, largely based on subconscious cues. They will be asking themselves: Has this home been well maintained? Could I see myself living in this space? Is this going to require more work than it's worth? Focus on the entryway Some often-overlooked areas are baseboards and trim- light fixtures, and smudges on walls, doors and, switch plates. Let in some light Clean your windows, or hire someone like Home Settings LLC to do it for you. Open the blinds and consider removing your drapes for a more spacious feel. Conclusion Cleaning and decluttering is the single most important thing you can do. A 403% return on your investment is huge. Skip the remodel. Instead, just make room for the new homeowners to see themselves in your space.
- 5 Ways to Impress the Appraiser
Trying to get the most profit from your home sale? Don't take out a second mortgage until you've read this article. You may find it easier than you think to boost the listing price of your home. The Role of an Appraiser A home's value is ultimately determined by an appraiser. Whether you hire one before listing or the buyer's lender provides one, it benefits your bottom line to know what he/she is looking for. I will cover 5 things the appraiser is evaluating. Inspector vs. Appraiser The inspection process is more technical and relates to the actual condition of the home and its various components. If you can imagine, he/she is more like a scientist... . ..while the appraiser is more like a fine art collector. His opinion is more subjective and based on the ambiance, the aesthetic, and the surroundings as well as the condition of your home. This is where taste does matter, a little. Here are 5 ways you can be sure to get the best appraisal possible: Boosting Your Home's Value 1. Do for your neighbor as you do for yourself One big factor that plays into your home's value may not be your home at all. The neighborhood you live in, especially the homes around you has a huge impact on value. If your elderly neighbors can't mow their lawn and the couple next-door lives in a jungle of weeds, you may be helping yourself to help your neighbor. Do so tactfully of course. 2. Trying to sell oceanfront property in Arizona? There is not much you can do about your location (choose wiser next time), but even if you can't boast an ocean view, do what you can to improve the vista from your front door or main balconies. Trim unsightly trees blocking your view of the sunset hills. You can also cut down the old hedges if it means opening up your view of the world, as long as it is a pleasant view. 3. Curb appeal, Curb appeal, Curb appeal Surely you're sick of hearing this one, but it is worth repeating. An appraiser will examine your yard's overall form, health, and function. Adding stepping stones to the muddy ruts in your lawn, removing diseased plants, and generally keeping the property well maintained until the sale can make a difference to your profits. 4. Overall Aesthetics Looks do matter. There, I said it. In the appraiser's eyes, homes with extremely outdated styles won't be worth as much. You don't need to renovate the whole house, but you could get rid of the green shag carpeting. Try removing the dusty drapes to let light in. Also, a simple change in hardware can do wonders to help make a home look updated and stylish. 5. Follow through with your inspector's suggestions In evaluating your home, your appraiser considers more than its condition alone. However, they are still considering it. Make sure the repairs suggested by the inspector are complete. Better yet, have all those repairs completed before the inspector arrives. Invest in a Pre-Sale Prep service, like Home Settings LLC to avoid headaches at closing, saving you tons of time and money. You might even walk away with more money than you expected. At the very least, you will have the satisfaction of knowing you made the most of your greatest investment.
- Top 5 Issues Home Sellers can Easily Fix before a Home Inspection.
"By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail." -unknown ☝ Clear roof and gutters of all debris as well as moss. The roof is the first thing potential #homebuyers will notice. Inspectors will comment on the condition of your roof in their report. A leaf blower and a stiff brush are usually enough to clear moss and leaves. Hire a pro to tackle the roof job for $.20 to .50 c ents per sq. ft., and about $1 per linear foot for gutter cleaning. ✌ Wood rot / Dry rot Once an inspector sees wood rot, he or she may require you to replace the entire panel of siding, piece of railing, etc. Save yourself the headache and hire a local handyman to come sand, fill, prime, and paint any localized areas of rot, especially on the siding. Rot? What rot? 🙈 👌 Fire / Earthquake Preparedness Most water heaters are required to have "seismic safety straps" installed around them. These can be purchased for $20-$30 at a hardware store. Smoke/Carbon monoxide alarms should be installed in every bedroom and outside sleeping areas as well (hallway). Additionally, alarms should be in stairwells and on every level. Check your local regulations. 🤚 Stair Baluster & Deck Railing The vertical spindles of a baluster, which handrails sit atop, must not be able to fit a 4 3/8ths inch sphere through the openings and the bottom rail must not sit higher than 6 inches from the top of the step. 🖐 Caulking & Sealant Over time, the sealant around windows, tubs, and sinks, called caulking, wears away. If not replaced your home risks water intrusion. Tubes of caulking and a caulking gun may only run about $65 total. But it can get messy if you are not well-practiced. You can save the frustration and hire a handyman for around $300 to seal 6 average-sized windows. 🧐💬 What will your inspector have to say about all these upgrades? Hopefully nothing! These issues are commonly found during inspections. These simple fixes could prevent time-wasting snags in your Home-selling process. If you need help with these repairs. call us up 541-246-9985 Here again, are the Top 5 Easy Fixes for Home-sellers. ☝ Clear roof and gutters of all debris as well as moss. ✌ Wood rot / Dry rot 👌 Fire / Earthquake Preparedness 🤚 Stair Baluster & Deck Railing 🖐 Caulking & Sealant
- The Long-Term Value of People Over Profit 📈
The philosophy our company is built upon. Profit is important. I could charge more than I do. I could go after clients with bigger pocketbooks. If my goal is only to fill my wallet today, I could succeed. But what about tomorrow? When we started Home Settings LLC, we chose a large and under-served market of lower-income and elderly people as our target consumers. Not exactly a savvy business move, looking at our short-term gain. Our community members need our services to be affordable for them. We build trust and good rapport by meeting their needs rather than some "$" quota. In the long run, we are wisely creating a solid foundation for continued success. Our clients feel that they can count on us and they enthusiastically share us with their family and friends. "The profits reaped from a solid business reputation, gilded with integrity and compassion, are far more valuable than if we were to squeeze every dollar we could out of each job." Would you choose 1 million dollars today or a penny doubled every day for ten years? Would you choose one good payday now, or clients, doubled every day until you retire? #customerservice #peopleoverprofit