by Alexandra Vogel | Nov 13, 2019 | Latest News
Did you know the homeownership rate in the United States is about 64.1 percent?
If you’re in the process of selling your home, chances are someone is willing to buy it. However, what happens when you’re ready to sell in the off-season?
In this article, we’ll walk you through some off-market properties for sale tips, so you can move your house fast.
1. Stage the Interior & Remove Clutter
If you’re determined to sell your house in the off-season, you need to help potential buyers see themselves in the house.
You don’t want them to see your memories, rather, you want them to imagine making new ones. Staging your home highlights the qualities of the house.
There are also many ways you can do it on a budget. First, start by removing extra clutter from the house.
Start by cleaning out closets and other storage areas, remove any family photos, and sentimental keepsakes. You can accomplish a lot by getting new bedding, candles, or even throw pillows.
You want to leave the house furnished only so they get an idea of what their life would be like.
2. Improve the Curb Appeal
Curb appeal is essential when you want to make a fast sale in the off-season. When a potential buyer arrives to see your property, it will be their first impression of the house.
If they don’t like what they see, they might not give the interior a fair chance.
Mowing the lawn, painting the door, or planting a few flower beds can go a long way. If you have a bigger budget, you can always hire a landscaper to give your lawn a little lift.
3. Price it Ready to Sell
Many homeowners feel a special sentimental attachment towards their homes, which often clouds their judgment when it’s time to price it.
However, some homeowners like to price their home a little high to leave room to negotiate.
If you’re selling your house in the off-season, you need to price it to sell. We don’t mean to price it below the market value, but you need to price it right from the start.
For example, if there is a lot of comparable inventory within your radius, it might be a good idea to price it slightly lower. You might get an offer faster than any of the other sellers.
4. Make Repairs Upfront
When you’re selling in the off-season, you want to make your home as attractive as possible. This means making repairs and fixing as much as you can upfront.
For example, if you’re dealing with a few broken tiles or water faucets, get them replaced. Little repairs go a long way with potential buyers.
Homebuyers will love to walk into a house and see new carpet has been installed.
Off-Market Properties for Sale: The Bottom Line
Now that you know about these off-market properties for sale tips, you can sell your home in no time. Remember to stage your home, focus on curb appeal, make repairs upfront, and price it right.
Need a professional to stage your home? Contact us and we will do the work for you.
by Alexandra Vogel | Nov 13, 2019 | Latest News
Nestled on .68 acres in The Concession, this distinctive lakeside home is highlighted by water views from nearly every room. A one-story residence masterfully executed in 2017 by renowned Anchor Builders embodies the finest details throughout. From the foyer, through the gallery, and into the great room lay magnificent wire-brushed wood flooring that opens to a gourmand’s kitchen incorporating the finest culinary accoutrements.
Appointed with Euro wood cabinetry, high performance appliances, and even separate prep kitchen containing 1 of the home’s 3 dishwashers. Positioned off the 2 kitchens is a courtyard for dreamy alfresco dining.
The courtyard also offers private entry into an in-law suite with its own kitchenette, walk-in closet, full bath and stunning lanai views. The owner’s retreat is positioned on its own wing with direct access to the outdoors, dual walk-in closets and spa-like bath with separate vanities, rain shower and free standing volcanic limestone tub. Vistas continue from an oversized office that transforms into a theater room via disappearing projector screen.
The outdoors boasts endless screened areas, summer kitchen, and speakers, while the bonus room opens up the outdoor living area further via disappearing cornerless glass walls. The open shell stone deck with heated Pebble Tec saltwater pool/spa and a fully fenced yard ties it all together.
Further enhancing this 4,272 sqft residence is an impressive laundry room, flex room, expanded 3-car garage, hurricane impact windows/doors, and smart house technology.
by Alexandra Vogel | Oct 3, 2019 | Latest News
Exceedingly polished and only months old, this lakefront residence was built 2019 on a half acre in the Lakeview Estates enclave rivaling the most breathtaking vistas in The Lake Club. The stylish interior is gracious in scale delivering soft contemporary design without compromise accentuated by on-trend finishes and built-in features fused into every room.
The great room with volume designer ceilings is open to the exquisite kitchen with luxury brand Thermador appliances, wood cabinetry, and decadently thick quartz counters. The formal dining room boasts a wine accent wall including wine fridge and stylish glass encased wall storage. Balancing privacy with togetherness, comfortable accommodations include three generously sized guest suites, an office/den, an exercise room and a bonus room that can easily act as a 4th bedroom.
Sumptuously detailed and privately situated, the Master is appointed with sunlit sitting area, 2 custom outfitted walk-in closets, and a sublime bath. A vastly expansive lanai with over 1,100 sq. ft. boasts a superb pool-side setting with summer kitchen, dining area, panoramic screen, travertine, and fireplace offering boundless opportunities for alfresco relaxation or entertaining.
A split 4-vehicle garage, hurricane impact windows and doors, designer light fixtures and remote window coverings further enhance this property of distinction within a gated address of prestige.
by Alexandra Vogel | Aug 29, 2019 | Latest News
Did you know that over half of all purchase decisions are made within the first 60 seconds?
That means, first impressions matter. And this is especially true for those trying to sell their home.
And, seeing as the first impression people get of your home is from the street, you better make it a good one.
This first glance from the street is something we have come to coin as curb appeal. Improve your curb appeal, and you improve your chances of selling your home fast.
So, how do you do it?
Read on to learn the top curb appeal ideas to sell your home fast.
1. A Fresh Coat of Paint Goes a Long Way
A fresh coat of paint can really take your home to the next level.
This is especially true if your trim or exterior siding is made from wood. Repainting the entire exterior will cost you around $2,500.
If this price is out of your budget, consider just touching up the areas that need it the most. Or, at the very minimum, give your front door a fresh coat of paint, using an inviting color.
This can be done as a DIY project and should only cost around $20.
2. Invest in Quality Landscaping
According to research conducted by Virginia Tech, good landscaping can increase the value of your home by as much as 10 to 12 percent.
However, hiring a professional landscaper isn’t cheap. So again, if your budget is tight, don’t be afraid to tackle the job yourself.
The main things you’ll want to take care of including trimming overgrown hedges, cutting back tree branches that are blocking the view of your home, raking the leaves, cleaning out flower beds, and of course, keeping the lawn nicely mowed.
3. Make the Front Door Area as Welcoming as Possible
Potential buyers are going to enter through your front door, therefore, this area needs to be as welcoming as possible.
We already talked about how a fresh coat of paint can work wonders, but there are other things you can do as well to make it appear more welcoming.
For example, you could add a decorative wreath, potted plant, a porch swing or a welcome mate. The more cheery you can make the space look, the better.
4. Upgrade Your Lighting
All these curb appeal upgrades won’t do you any good if people can’t actually see them.
While most people will come to look at your home in the night, many do a quick drive by at night as well.
Therefore, it’s very important that the area outside your home is well-lit. You can add landscape lighting that will highlight the architectural features of your home as well as increase its’ safety.
If you don’t want to splurge for the $1500 or so it costs to install landscape lighting, you can install some solar panel lights on your own.
5. Take Care of Basic Maintenance
When you’re so busy trying to sell your home and buy a new one, basic maintenance tasks can slip through the tasks.
However, keeping up with basic maintenance is very important. Take a walk around the exterior of your home and look for any cracked windows, missing mortar, or loose shutters.
Then, have these things repaired promptly.
Ready to Put These Curb Appeal Ideas to the Test?
Now that you have these curb appeal ideas under your belt, it’s time to put them to the test.
But, remember that the outside of your home is only half the battle. You also need to stage the inside. For help on that, contact us.
