If you are a homeowner and you are weighing the pros and cons of renting versus selling, there are a few things you should bear in mind before making that decision.
As the demand for short-term rentals is on the rise, more and more people are using Airbnb and HomeAway to make a profit. Sure, the flexible
[...]Here in Fairfield as well as throughout the state, it’s a well-known fact that spring is the most popular time to put your home on the market. Our lush landscapes reappear, blooming dogwood trees line the streets and a home’s curb appeal welcomes the new season of home sellers and buyers.
Written by Lori Auerbach and Julie Vanderblue | Vanderblue Team | Higgins Group Real Estate
It’s really no secret here in Greenfield Hill, that there are a large number of residents who have or will sell their homes in order to “right-size” their lifestyle. Children have finished college, moved on to their
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Having been in Real Estate for 22 years, I have never really appreciated the term “down-sizing”…I prefer “right-sizing”. It is no surprise that a large number of Connecticut homeowners will sell their homes in order to “right-size” their lifestyle. Whether people’s needs have simply changed (perhaps a first floor bedroom), children have [...]
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Written by Lori Auerbach and Julie Vanderblue | Vanderblue Team | Higgins Group Real Estate
Increasing values in Greenfield Hill and for all our properties is a top priority for our team. In last month’s issue we focused predominately on staging the interior of the home. Many Realtors and Sellers focus on
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We can adjust our mindset to help us accomplish careers goals as well overcoming personal challenges. In the words of Mahatma Gandhi, “Your beliefs become your thoughts, your thoughts become your words, your words become your actions, your actions become your habits, and your habits become your destiny.” Here are a few mindsets to embrace before you list your home.
If you own a dog, cat or other pets and plan to list your residence soon, there may be no time like the present to prepare your home. While many homeowners consider their pets as “family members”, there are homebuyers that choose to differ. They need to be able to picture themselves in your home.
Over the past few years home buyers have consistently had their eyes on move-in-ready homes with an open floor plan that incorporates the kitchen, dining and family room. And while that appears to be an ongoing trend, the Covid 19 stay home, stay safe orders have many reevaluating the home features they need.
The first contact a home buyer has with your home will be online, which is why it’s so important to have the best photos to accompany your listing information. Preparing for professional photography does require some work, but if you follow these recommendations your home will be camera-ready when your photographer arrives.