It’s not really surprising that the most ‘likeable’ real estate photos on social media sites like Pinterest, Instagram and Flickr, are spa-like baths. For today’s home buyers, the bathroom is the new kitchen. In years past kitchens were the most scrutinized room in the house. Home buyers inevitably spent the most time during showings of… Read More
Home Improvement: Best Return on Investment? Fiberglass. A common concern among potential home sellers is what updates and improvements can they make that will give them the biggest bang for their buck. Home buyers definitely love to see updated kitchens and baths, but what is the bottom-line added value of these things? It usually depends… Read More
Video: The Top Six Most Useful Kitchen Additions There are enough fantastic kitchen doodads out there to make most existing kitchens as user-friendly as brand new! Here are a few really useful additions. For your convenience we’ve provided a printed transcript just below the video. Transcript: The Top Six Most Useful Kitchen Additions Welcome to… Read More
Great tips in this video, but let me just add one piece of advice for Arizona residents or anyone living in an area with hard water. One of the smartest ways to save money is to install a water softener. The damage from hard water to pipes, faucets, your washing machine and dishwasher are all… Read More
When Do Homeowners Need a Permit? – I can attest to the fact that a major home repair or update project, done without a permit, can delay or even stop a Home Sellers transaction right in its tracks. The video below outlines several instances where a permit would be necessary or at the very least,… Read More
Hardwood floors may be on Home Buyer’s wish lists nationwide, and true, they are a very desirable feature. But I’ve gotta say that here in Arizona, this time of year and in fact all year-round, a great pool is numero uno on most Buyer’s agendas. Not surprisingly, Arizona tops all other states in “Pools and… Read More
The millennial home-buyer market is huge and you can’t go wrong with updates that will appeal to this 24-32 age group, after all, this kind of modernization can only get more valuable in the future and will make your life easier while you’re still living in your home. The video below contains a few tips… Read More
By Barbara Pronin Improving the look and functionality of your home goes a long way toward boosting its value. But what types of renovation are today’s buyers looking for? If you are thinking of remodeling, a national survey by Consumer Reports reveals the most sought-after amenities: Kitchens top the list – Buyers want a clean,… Read More
