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MARCH 1 | HELLO MARCH
Oh the Season of Renewal! The first bloom of Spring makes my heart sing.🌼 I have BIG plans for Spring, so much is unfolding that I never thought possible. Allowing me to dream even BIGGER! 🌺 And you should too!
What are your dreams for Spring? 🌷
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New month, new goals — and Spring is right around the corner, so let’s bloom!
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MARCH 2 | What to expect this month in real estate?
Alright my peeps, Today I’m busting Real Estate Myths. Left, Right and Center. 👊👊
We’re getting down to the nitty-gritty questions that you’ve been dying to ask your your Realtor ( ME!) 💯percent Transparency.
Ask your Q in the comments below. 👇👇
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Is 2022 the year you’re finally able to afford a house? Is the market due for a crash? Are mortgage rates changing?
What are your burning real estate questions? I’m ready to answer anything, so ask away in the comments or send me a quick DM!
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MARCH 3 | The Home Seller’s Journey
Selling a home is bound to bring out a wide range of emotions both positive and negative. Although it’s quite exciting, it can also be stressful. 😵💫
And that’s okay. That’s why it’s super important to have an experienced Realtor (Me!) by your side. To help balance the emotion throughout the process so you can easily see the bigger picture and what’s right for you and your family.👌
Not sure what to expect when putting your home on the market? Below, I’ve broken the process to ensure your home sells as fast as possible with a price that you can do a happy dance about!💃🏻🕺🏽
✔️Meet and Greet with our Agents
✔️Establish a price for your home
✔️Prepare your home for the market
✔️List your home
✔️Offers & Negotiations are discussed
✔️Offer is accepted & your home is under contract
✔️Final details are ironed out
✔️Closing day
If your plans include a move from or to [ Area where you serve ], It would be my pleasure to help you. Simply DM me and I’d be happy to discuss my services. 😁
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Are you getting ready to list your house on the market? Here’s what you can expect along your journey 👇
🔸 Meet with our agents and talk through your needs
🔸 Establish a sales price based on the value of your home
🔸 Prepare your home to be listed on the market
🔸 List your home on the market
🔸 Receive and negotiate offers
🔸 Accept an offer and work on meeting contingencies (aka your home will be under contract)
🔸 Finalize the details of the sale
🔸 Closing day!
Ready to get started? Send me a DM or visit the link in my bio!
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MARCH 4 | First Time Home Buyer Expenses
Thinking about taking the plunge into homeownership for the first time? First of all, Congrats! What an exciting journey you’re on. Expect to feel a greater sense of security, financial freedom, privacy and accomplishment! 😁😁 But don’t forget, purchasing a home is a BIG commitment. So today, I’m talking about the First Time Expenses you can expect. So you don’t spend any more than you can afford. 💸💸
When budgeting for your first home, here are seven often overlooked costs that can have a big impact on your bottom line:
✔️Closing Costs
✔️Down Payment
✔️Earnest money
✔️Property Taxes
✔️Insurance
✔️Appliances
✔️Furnishing
✔️Maintenance
Have any questions? Let me know in the comments below. 👇👇
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As a first-time home buyer, it can be pretty overwhelming trying to understand what costs you’ll encounter as part of the home buying process, so I’ll be breaking them down for you in this post.
Ok, here we go:
🔸 Closing costs
Include a wide range of charges for services related to applying for a mortgage; some are related to the property and others are related to the paperwork involved. Expect to pay anywhere from 2 to 5 percent of the amount you’re borrowing.
🔸 Down payment
A percentage of your home’s purchase price that you pay upfront when you close your home loan. The average down payment in the U.S. is about 6%, although it’s possible to buy a home with as little as 3%. Keep in mind that the higher your down payment, the less your monthly mortgage payment will be.
🔸 Earnest money (aka good faith deposit)
A sum of money you put down to show that you’re serious about buying a home. The amount you should offer depends on the particular real estate market your desired property is in.
🔸 Property taxes
The national average is 1.3%, but Chicago is slightly less at 1.22 percent.
🔸 Insurance
The average cost of home insurance in Chicago is $1,728 per year for $250,000 in dwelling coverage.
🔸 Appliances
Depending on the appliances you need and choose, you can spend anywhere from roughly $40 to $10,000.
🔸 Furnishing
The average cost is $16,000, but this depends on the size of your house and the pieces you choose.
🔸 Maintenance
You should generally budget for 1% of the home’s purchase price.
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MARCH 5 | Home is where wi-fi connects automatically
Home is where my wi-fi connects automatically…..What’s your favorite thing about your home?
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The American Dream 2.0 👌 😉 Can you imagine a world without WiFi again?
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MARCH 6 | Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations
Selling or Buying a home can be an emotional rollercoaster not for the faint hearted. But when the going gets tough, just remember the end game. 🏡💓
When will your next move be? Tell us in the comments below 👇👇👇👇
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Sometimes we have to go through difficult experiences in order to appreciate the outcome more. Home buying can certainly be a taxing journey, but when you finally get the key to your new home, you realize just how worth it all was!
Considering buying a home in the near future? Reach out to me via DM or by visiting the link in bio!
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MARCH 7 | Your ideal Home must have
What are you looking for in a new home? A list of must-have features is important for any home buyer. It not only gets you clear on what you want, but it also helps manage your expectations in relation to your price range.
With that said, What does your ideal Home must have:
✔️A Big Closet Area
✔️An open kitchen
✔️Play area for the kids
Which one would you pick?
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MARCH 8 | A house that’s priced to sell / International Women’s Day
Setting an asking price on your home isn’t an exact science. The size of the mortgage you need to pay off, the market value of your home and the competition all factor in. Also consider if it is a seller’s or a buyer’s market. 🏠🤔
🔸A seller’s market means there are more buyers than available inventory, which drives prices up. ☝️
🔸A buyer’s market means the market is saturated with inventory, which drives prices down. 👇
So remember, A house that’s priced to sell has:
✔️Increased Interest
✔️Better Chance of Bidding Wars
✔️Faster Sales
✔️An Agreed Higher Sale Price
It can be tricky to know how to get your home in that sweet spot of being priced to sell. 🤔 That’s why it’s important to have a Realtor with proven track record ( That’s me!) to represent your best interests.
If you’re looking to sell your home fast and for top 💵 DM me and let’s discuss your needs.
No strings, just honest advice 😊
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What does it mean when a house is “priced to sell”?
As a seller, if you want to list your house to sell, you’ll need to know the market. How can you know the market? This is where having a knowledgeable realtor on your side can really come in handy….I can help you understand how other comparable homes are priced and what features your home has, or lacks, in comparison.
Here are some of the characteristics and benefits of a house that’s priced to sell:
☑️ Increased Interest
☑️ Better Chance of a Bidding War
☑️ Faster Sale
☑️ Higher Sale Price
Have questions about how to price your home? Reach out and let’s chat!
***** INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
Every woman’s success should be an inspiration to another. We’re strongest when we cheer each other on.
Happy International Women’s Day!
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A beautiful soul is always better than a beautiful body. Happy International Women’s Day!
Tag a beautiful soul you know in this post
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MARCH 9 | Buyers offer more money for staged homes!
It’s a Fact: Staging is not about creating “cookie cutter” homes. 🛑 It’s a powerful marketing tool to showcase each unique property with the goal of:
✅ Appealing to the majority
✅Standing out from competition
✅Selling your home faster
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The numbers speak for themselves! Staging your home before selling it makes a huge difference!
Consider this:
🔸 For every $100 that goes into staging, you get a $400 ROI
🔸 Staging allows the buyer to get a sense of the space while also having the opportunity to visualize the house’s potential.
If you prefer your home staged to sell, reach out and I can get you in touch with a recommended staging company!
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MARCH 10 | When is the best time to Sell my Home?
Nationally, the best time to sell a house is March if you’re trying to sell quickly, while the best time to maximize profit is July. ☀️ I recommend listing your home for sale in March, but no later than Labor Day, based on historical market trends. 📈
If you’re looking for an experienced expert to list your home in [ Area where you serve ] Look no further! I’m your gal / guy. 💁
I’ll sell your home in 30 Days or Less with my proven Strategy!
My time tested marketing system designed specifically for [ Area where you serve ], combined with years of experience will ensure selling your home fast and for Top Dollar 💸💸
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If you have plans to sell your home this year, this is for you 👇
While any time is essentially a good time to sell if the market is in your favor, March and April are statistically the best months of the year to sell your home.
Homes listed in the spring sell for the highest prices and go under contract faster than homes listed at other times of the year. This is because buyers tend to house-hunt in the spring more than any other season.
Statistics & data aside…. I always advise my clients that the best time of the year to sell your home is the time that makes the most sense for you and your family!
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MARCH 11 | Using a Realtor to buy a home is FREE to you ?
The most common question I’ve heard recently? 🏡 “Who pays the Realtor?” 🤔
There’s good news for you as a home buyer
🔸 Both the agent representing the seller and the agent representing you, the buyer, will be paid out of the seller’s proceeds at closing. 💰💰
Although you pay the seller for the house, you don’t need to add anything in for the agents’ pay. That’s the seller’s job. 🙌
Answer: True!
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Who’s down for some True or False Trivia? Alright…. Here we go: Using a Realtor to buy a home is FREE to you ?
➡️ True!
While there are costs paid to the realtor (commission) when a home is bought or sold, typically it is not the buyer who pays those fees, the seller does.
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FEBRUARY 12 | I want to buy a house, but…
I want to buy a house, but…
❌ My credit is bad
❌ My partner doesn’t
❌ I don’t know where to start
❌ I’m afraid of buyers remorse
❌ I have no down payment
❌ I have no experience as a landlord
I’ve heard it all and more, there’s many reasons to consider if buying a home is a smart move for you right now. 🤔 If you’re unsure and need some professional guidance. I’d be happy to help.
Leave your answer in the comments below and let’s get you on track to smarter investments. 👇👇
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What’s the #1 thing preventing you from buying a house right now? Share below 👇
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MARCH 13 | DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
Don’t forget to set your clocks to spring forward this Sunday, March 13th! After the winter we’ve had, I’m all for anything with the word “spring” in it!
Here’s my jump-ahead tips for Home Buyers & Sellers 🏠
✔️Get prequalified first.
✔️List early to limit competition
✔️Get clear on your needs vs wants
✔️Price your home to reflect market trends
✔️Find a stellar loan officer
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MARCH 14 | Brick wall concept or Open design layout?
Would you rather choose brick wall concept or open design layout? 🤔
Before you choose, consider this:
🔸Brick wall concept:
Whether they’re old or new, naturally red or painted blue, exposed brick walls never seem to go out of style.
🔸Open design Layout
Many homeowners today are taking a sledgehammer to their traditional floor plans so they can enjoy cooking, eating, and movie watching all in one space
So…If you had to narrow down to only one, which one would you go with?
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MARCH 15 | SELLER’S BIG NO NO
Do not even think of hiding any major problems with your property, it will come around and bite you in the behind. Remember…All real estate deals follow a specific process. Within this process comes the home inspection, which uncovers every minor and major issue.
Here is what I would recommend :
🔸Either fix the problems before the home inspection
🔸List your property under market value to compensate for the issue
🔸Offer the potential buyer a credit to fix the problem in the future
Depending on the issues, one way to determine what to do is by consulting a real estate professional ( That’s Me! ), as I would have your best interest in mind, advise and guide you to ensure you are not over extending yourself.
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Sellers, listen up! If you want to sell your home as quickly and smoothly as possible, avoid doing these 5 🖐 things!
1. Working alone:
Not hiring a real estate agent to represent you may seem like an easy way to avoid paying commission, but you’ll miss out on a real estate agent’s market knowledge, contacts and help with the process.
2. Overpricing your home:
This may cause it to sit on the market for too long, deter qualified buyers, you may end up having to sell for less if your listing goes stale.
3. Selling at the wrong time:
Keeping in mind the time of year and the weather are important to timing your home’s sale, but also take into consideration how long you’ve lived in the house — to avoid capital gains taxes on your primary residence, you’ll need to have lived there for at least two of the last five years.
4. Cutting corners (or not making necessary repairs):
Homebuyers today expect move-in ready conditions and might be deterred from even the most minor defects.
5. Getting emotional and not being willing to negotiate:
It’s important to separate your emotional connection to the home from the details of the transaction. It can be hard to negotiate with buyers when you love your home, but acting like a professional is important.
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MARCH 16 | Market Snapshot
Spring is almost here…..That means buyers are out in force looking for their dream home. Let’s look at what that means for the Housing Market!
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MARCH 17 | Happy St. Paddy’s Day
May the roof above you, never fall in. And the friends below it never fall out….Remember, Irish puns on St. Patrick’s Day don’t just shame you, they Seamus all!
Happy St. Happy Paddy’s Day!! 🍀
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You and your referrals are better than any treasure found at the end of a rainbow. Happy St. Paddy’s Day!
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MARCH 18 | Three things NOT TO DO before buying home
Many first-time buyers tend to make a number of missteps in the mortgage and home-buying processes.
Here are some of the most common mistakes to avoid:
❌ Don’t leave or change your job
❌ Do not make any large purchases
❌ Don’t open or close any lines of credit
Trust me when I say slow and steady always wins the race. 👍
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If you’re starting to prepare for buying a home, there are several things you should do to make it as seamless of a process as possible.
But I’m not going to talk about those things today. Instead, I’m going to talk about three major things that you should NOT do if you’re planning on buying a home.
🔸 Don’t leave or change your job: lenders like certainty — their biggest concern is getting their money back, so they’re looking for applicants who have had a steady job at the same company for a few years. If you’re planning a career change, try to delay it until after you’ve closed on your new home.
🔸 Do not make any large purchases: doing so might lower your credit score and also increase your debt-to-income ratio, which is generally the deciding factor in how big of a loan you can qualify for.
🔸 Don’t open or close any lines of credit: this can also impact your credit score, and again, lenders like certainty and will assess the risk for each loan applicant; so you’ll want to make sure you’re in good standing financially.
Have questions? DM me and let’s chat through them!
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MARCH 19 | Homeowner Checklist
After a cold winter, it can be thrilling to see the temperatures climb just a bit higher. This might also get you thinking about your spring cleaning.
I’ve got a handy checklist of chores that will get your home ready to rock when the weather actually gets warm:
🔸 Check gutters, remove debris
🔸 Test carbon monoxide smoke detectors
🔸 Change furnace filters
🔸 Wash out garbage cans
What’s on your checklist for this month?
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MARCH 20 | Hello Spring
Hooray! We made it through another Winter.. Cheers to the first day of Spring! Today I’m celebrating [an amazing closing with my clients! 🥂]
How are you celebrating your first day of Spring?
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The season when everything comes alive — happy Spring! What intentions are you setting for this Spring Equinox?
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MARCH 21 | Life is like a camera
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MARCH 22 | what do i need to be pre-approved?
So you’ve got your deposit sorted and you’re ready to go to the next stage of getting a Home Loan Pre-Approval from a lender. Yay! Cue happy dance! 💃🏻💃🏻
There are a few things you need in order to improve your chances of getting that coveted approved stamp…
✔️Tax Returns
✔️W-2 Forms
✔️Pay Stubs
✔️Bank Statements
✔️List of Monthly Debt
Hoping to simplify the journey to Homeownership? I can help! 🙋
Send me a DM and let’s chat!
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When applying for a mortgage, there are two steps you need to do to prepare: get pre-qualified and get pre-approved. Pre-qualification is an estimate of how much you can spend on a home, but a pre-approval is more valuable because it shows that a lender has already assessed and approved your financial situation.
So, how do you get pre-approved? Here’s a list of five things you’ll need:
🔸 Proof of Income: this includes W-2 wage statements from the past two years, recent pay stubs that show income and year-to-date income, proof of any other income, and tax returns from the last two years.
🔸 Proof of Assets: you’ll need bank statements and investment statements that prove you have enough funds for a down payment, closing costs, and cash reserves for your monthly payment.
🔸 Good Credit: most lenders require a FICO score of 620 or higher to approve a conventional loan, and some may even require that for an FHA loan. The higher your FICO score is, the lower your interest rate.
🔸 Employment Verification: lenders like to make sure that borrowers have a stable income, so not only will you need to provide pay stubs, but they may also call your employer to verify your employment and salary.
🔸 Other Documentation: the lender will need to copy your driver’s license and will need your Social Security number and signature to pull a credit report. You may also need to provide additional paperwork at a later time, if requested.
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MARCH 23 | Is the home I want to buy in good location?
There is a reason why Realtors use the phrase “ Location, Location, Location”
Is it really that important? YES!
Picking the right neighborhood when house hunting is vital to your long-term happiness in your new home.
Below I’ve listed some key factors to consider before that next viewing:
✔️Does the house have easy access to popular places?
✔️Are there good schools nearby?
✔️What about enjoyable scenery?
✔️How good is the access to public transit or the freeway?
✔️Does the area have future potential for appreciation?
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Once you’ve made the decision to buy a home, the next thing you’ll need to think about is where you want to buy.
You may already have an idea of a specific city or neighborhood that seems ideal, but be sure to do your research to figure out all that the area has to offer for your current and future (if you plan on living there for quite some time) needs.
Here are few things to consider when choosing the location of your future home:
🔸 Is there easy access to popular places?
What will the traffic and commute be like to run errands, enjoy some time out and about, and to get to other neighboring cities if needed?
🔸 Are there good schools nearby?
If you have children, or plan on having children in the future, this will be an important factor.
🔸 Is it surrounded by enjoyable scenery?
Will you enjoy what you see when you look outside your window or drive around your neighborhood or in town?
🔸 Is there an access to public transit or freeways?
How easy is it to get around and do all the things that you’ll be doing in your day-to-day life?
It can be tempting to compromise on some of these things for others on your wishlist, but you’ll thank yourself later for taking the time to seriously consider these factors in your decision-making.
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MARCH 24 | Benefits of renting?
I talk a lot about the benefits of owning a home, but what about renting? 🤔 A lot of young people struggle with this decision. There’s obviously no right or wrong answer. It all depends on your desires and future plans.
Here are some positive aspects of renting a home?
✔️ It’s less commitment
✔️It’s less money up front
✔️Repairs are the landlord’s duty
✔️No Property Taxes
Ultimately, the decision of renting vs. buying comes down to what you can afford and how much responsibility you desire. 😄 There’s nothing wrong with foregoing home ownership for the flexibility that comes with renting, nor is there anything wrong with going all in and buying a home you can see yourself in long term.
Don’t let anyone else decide for you, make the decision that’s right for you and your finances and everything will fall into place.🥰
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Not sure if buying a home is for you? Here are some benefits and drawbacks of each that you should consider when deciding whether to rent or buy a home:
Renting
✅ Mobility/freedom to move around
✅ Landlord pays for maintenance
✅ Doesn’t require expensive closing costs
✅ No fluctuation in monthly housing expenses
✅ Allows you to test-drive different living spaces
❌ You don’t build any equity
❌ Limited ability to customize your living space
❌ Rent could go up over time
❌ Landlord might sell or decide to stop renting
❌ Limited sense of home stability/permanence
Buying
✅ You build equity over time
✅ Home value may increase over time
✅ Unlimited freedom to customize your living space
✅ You may reap tax benefits
✅ Sense of home stability/permanence
❌ Closing costs can be prohibitive
❌ Responsibility for maintenance and repairs, which require time and effort
❌ Less flexibility to move (at greater difficulty/expense)
❌ Home value may decrease
❌ Recent tax laws could hamper tax benefits
Rent or buy….where do you stand? Share below 👇
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MARCH 25 | Buyer Tip: Write down your non-negotiables
Your non-negotiables are features of the home or red flags that may arise during the purchase process, things you just can’t do without: Double glazed windows, bathtub, central heating, garden/Outside space, driveway, or parking spaces included.
For every person, this will mean something different – It means taking into consideration your values, principles, goals, and lifestyle needs and sticking to them no matter what. 🙅♀️🙅♀️
So whether you’re a new couple, have a large family, or are thinking about starting one, it is important and a vital part of the home buying process to take these things into consideration and see what you can or can’t live without. 🥰 Write them down, assess, and critique. You will be a lot better off and thankful you did. 👌
What are your non-negotiables? Let me know in the comments below! 👇👇
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Take the time to make a list of all the features and things that you absolutely will not budget on when it comes to the right home for you.
Is it having a spacious laundry room? A large backyard? Walk-in closets (my personal must-have: Open layout )
This will help you narrow down your choices and maintain your focus when looking at homes — and hopefully make it easier and quicker to find your dream home.
What are your non-negotiables?
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MARCH 26 | HOUSEWARMING GIFT IDEAS!
Moving into a new home is a momentous occasion and one that should be celebrated. 🥂 When a friend makes that big move, you want to do something to help commemorate the occasion. 🎉🎉
This is why I have created a list of the top 5 ideas to help you do so. 👇👇
🔸 Plants
These are a great way to liven up any home, by adding earthy accents to an already warm decor. 🌻
🔸 Cutting Boards
For anyone who loves to cook, these are a must-have for any home. 🔪
🔸 Marble Home Accessories
A gift that is neutral, versatile, and stylish in any home. 🏠
🔸 Bath Bomb gift set
Moving can be stressful. That’s why these make the perfect gift to relieve stress and hydrate your skin. 🛀
🔸Scented candles
Who doesn’t love walking into a home with a fresh smell that’s warm and welcoming? 🕯️
Whether you choose any of these ideas or your own, you can be sure that your new host will be thankful that you gave thought to both their comfort and needs. 🥰🥰
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Do you have a friend or family member who’s in the process of buying a home or just closed on one? Finding the perfect gift to say, ‘congrats!’ can be overwhelming!
Do you get something that’s practical? Something personalized? Something fun, that’s so “them”?
Here’s a shortlist of my personal faves to help get those wheels turning!
🔸 Custom Return Address Stamp: cute, personalized, and practical, all in one!
🔸 Wine Subscription: why give one bottle when you can gift a year’s worth?
🔸 Indoor Herb Garden: inspire their green thumb and inner chef all at once.
🔸 Essential Oils / Diffuser: keep their home fresh and calm
🔸 Engraved Cutting Board: we all use cutting boards, so why not make it extra special by getting their family name and homebuying year engraved as a keepsake?
What other housewarming gifts have you found to be a hit?
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MARCH 27 | You deserve the good things life has to offer
The more you focus your mind upon the good, the more good comes into your life. You deserve all of the good things life has to offer Including that walk-in closet 😁
Ready to upgrade your Forever home? DM me and let’s chat!
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MARCH 28 | Should I begin looking at homes before I am pre-approved?
Can you search homes before getting pre-approved? Of course, no one is stopping you. But, SHOULD you? Not if you’re serious about buying.
Here are a few reasons why you should get pre-approved before you start looking at homes:
✔️ You’ll be seen as a more serious buyer when you have the backing of a lender. Pre-approval means a lender has looked at your financial background and determined how much home you can afford.
✔️ Getting pre-approved can also save you valuable time by identifying how much you can afford, so you can target your home search to your price level.
✔️ With a pre-approval letter ready to go, you’re more likely to have more negotiating power because sellers and agents know that you have already talked to a lender and you mean business.
✔️ Getting your ducks in a row early will leave little room for unexpected surprises, like a low credit score or a less than desirable debt-to-income ratio, when you find the perfect home.
✔️ A pre-approval can help to speed up the closing process, since much of your financial information is already collected and in the lender’s system.
Ready to buy, but not sure how to get started with the pre-approval process? Reach out and let’s chat!
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Getting pre-approved for a mortgage is truly the first step that you should take if you’re serious about buying a home. 👌👌
First-time homebuyers, however, are often intimidated by the amount of work that it can take to get approved and end up shuffling this important step to the end of their to-do list.
Avoid making this mistake! Contact me today…I will help you get started.
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MARCH 29 | Tired of renting?
Tired of renting? You’re already paying a mortgage, it’s just not your own!….If that doesn’t make you reconsider renting, I’m not sure what will. 🤔
Looking for a place to plant roots? DM me and let’s chat about your path to homeownership.
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Monthly rent or monthly mortgage, which would you rather be paying?
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MARCH 30 | Staging Your Porch
Does Staging your front porch help you sell your home faster? You bet! Remember… You only get one first impression with potential buyers.
A few ways to stage your front porch:
🔸 Make sure it’s clean of debris, bugs, etc.
🔸 A good scrub or power-wash goes a long way
🔸 Clean your front windows
🔸 Make sure they’re free of spider webs and handprints.
🔸 Add a new doormat and plants that welcome people into your home.
🔸 A fresh coat of paint on your front door adds a finishing touch to your entrance.
So…When preparing your home to list on the market, don’t overlook the impact curb appeal can add in drawing buyers’ interest.
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As you know, I’m a big advocate of the power of Staging your home to sell. The proof is in the numbers 👌👌
But what’s often overlooked is the exterior! Sure, many home sellers make an effort to ramp up that curb appeal but from my experience as a Realtor, it’s usually just the bare minimum when it comes to the exterior of the home. 🤦 But don’t forget, first impressions are everything.
One of my favorite ways to make your 🏠 home stand out is staging your Front Porch.
A few ways to stage your front porch:
🔸 Make sure it’s clean of debris, bugs, etc.
🔸 A good scrub or power-wash goes a long way
🔸 Clean your front windows
🔸 Make sure they’re free of spider webs and handprints.
🔸 Add a new doormat and plants that welcome people into your home.
🔸 A fresh coat of paint on your front door adds a finishing touch to your entrance.
So if you want to take your home from being lost in a sea of competition to “the one with the adorable porch” consider adding it to the Staging list.
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MARCH 31 | Can’t find your dream home? Build One!
Take a second to picture your dream home. What features does it have? What does it look like? What unique qualities do you want to wake up to? 🤩🤩
Don’t be afraid to explore the option of building instead of buying. The number one thing you need by your side? An experienced Realtor ( Me!) as your Partner in Crime. 👊👊
If you’re thinking about purchasing land in [ Area where you serve ], DM me and let’s chat. No strings attached.😊
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Why let existing supply prevent you from owning your dream home when you can build it from scratch instead!?
Not only will you have your dream home at the end of it all, but the building process will make you appreciate the finished product that much more.
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Knowing when to buy or build is a vital decision along your journey as a homeowner. 😕 There are always different costs associated with buying or building.
Location, price, market trends, property taxes, homeowners association fees, and of course…the condition of the property are all things which need to be taken into consideration when making this decision.😵💫
Luckily, there’s no need to figure it out all on your own. That’s where I come in! 🙋♀️ With a simple consultation I can answer all these questions, setting your mind at ease while helping you to make the right choices that benefit you both in the now, as well as the future. 🏘️
Shoot me a DM , I don’t bite 😄
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