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7 week blog series Tip #4  Signage Buyers often drive around neighborhoods they like taking note of homes for sale so this is an opportunity to get connected with them.  While agents are showing property in the area buyers will often see a For Sale By Owner signs and ask the agent about that property as well.  Advertise the special features: add riders to your sign showing important features i.e. pool, waterfront, golf course, social membership, remodeled, bed/baths, etc. Signage at main roads and intersections. Leading signs should be used on connecting main roads to alert commuters that there is a home for sale nearby. You can use an address on these signs so people can drive by your home.  Review your community deed restrictions and be mindful of sign rules such as size of for sale signs, placement rules etc. For more tips and market updates visit & subscribe to my YouTube Channel   RealtorCitrus .  Facebook     Instagram      LinkedIn      Pinterest      Twi

Thinking about selling your home? 60% of homes sell during the summer months, making that the peak season for home showings. When you're serious about selling your home for top dollar, these staging tips will help your home to stand out against the competition: Price the home competitively. Depending on the features & condition of the home coupled with a thorough assessment of the real estate market & similar properties, you may be able to sell your home quickly at a listing price above market value. Prepare your home for the market. This includes minimizing furniture, removing area rugs, clearing countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms, thorough house cleaning (dusting the fans, cleaning windows etc.), and repainting any brightly colored walls. Closets and Storage Space: Many renters long for walk-in closets, kitchen pantries and garage or attic storage space. Energy-Efficient Features: If you have a home automation system,

7 week blog series Tip #3 Ad Copy: Keywords to Attract Buyers In addition to the first impression with great photography of the home, your next opportunity is to draw the buyers in emotionally and get them excited by the description you provide. Be sure to include trigger words that reflect important things that buyers want as applicable to your home: Updated ________ (be specific kitchen, bathrooms etc.) Open concept  Natural light High ceilings  Oversize garage Try to create a story that appeals to the lifestyle that your home will provide for the buyer i.e. entertaining space, well-designed kitchen for family meals, huge pool deck for backyard pool parties, luxurious master retreat for de-stressing, etc.  For more tips and market updates visit & subscribe to my Youtube Channel RealtorCitrus .  Facebook     Instagram      LinkedIn      Pinterest      Twitter

Did you know that much of Citrus County, Florida is eligible for low cost upgrades to septic systems per the new septic requirements? For environmental reasons the state of Florida has mandated upgrades to our septic systems. There is government funding to assist with getting these systems upgraded to meet the new standards. This program will save you thousands of dollars that you would otherwise spend when your septic system has to be replaced in the future. How do you participate? Contact your preferred septic company to see if they are an approved provider for this program Schedule a site evaluation with that company Pay the difference between the government subsidy and the actual cost of the septic upgrade ($650-$850 +/-) Septic company will schedule the upgrade per their availability Who is eligible: If your property falls within the affected area (contact an approved septic company to confirm) then you are eligible. Each individual vendor may have their own qualifica

Always contact your home warranty company before you call a licensed professional. I have heard many homeowners complain that they had a professional out to service the covered item just to then find out the warranty company will not pay the bill. The warranty provider must open the claim first and then let you know who you can call for service in order for the services to be covered.  Ask the warranty provider about ALL options before deciding how you want to address the issue i.e. in some cases you may have a “buy out” available that allows you to utilize your preferred vendors at a lower cost to repair. Be sure the warranty company will still cover the replaced item. If offering a home warranty as part of your home sale take advantage of programs that will cover your home while you have it on the market. Ask your realtor for more information. Carefully consider the warranty coverage and options for upgraded plans against costs & deductibles. Some plans provide for energy eff

7 week blog series Tip #2  Online Presence Where to advertise? 1)       Forsalebyowner.com 2)       Zillow.com – property integrated with all listings not just for sale by owner properties 3)       Interest centric sites: i.e. golfer websites, equine websites, water activities etc depending on the community and home features and lifestyle aspects 4)       MLS flat fee listing: certain brokerages offer these and they enable you to put your home into the local multiple listing service for agents to see for a nominal fee. NOTE: you must be willing to pay a buyer agent commission in order to utilize this service. For more tips and market updates visit & subscribe to my Youtube Channel  RealtorCitrus .  Facebook     Instagram      LinkedIn      Pinterest      Twitter

7 week blog series Tip #1 P hotography This is your first opportunity to create an emotional attachment with potential buyers. Following are my best tips for bringing your home to market in the best light possible: Make sure to use the highest qualify camera equipment at your disposal. Use a wide angle lens if available and be sure to position yourself deep into the corners of each room when you shoot that space. Less is more; 1-2 photos maximum of each room of the house and order the photos strategically as if it were a walk thru of the house. U se a free editing tool to improve the straightness, brightness, contrast, clarity etc. of the photos before posting them online.  Stay tuned for Tip #2 Online Presence: Where to Advertise! For more tips and market updates visit & subscribe to my Youtube Channel  RealtorCitrus .  Facebook     Instagram      LinkedIn      Pinterest      Twitter