Be Market-Smart: Do’s and Don’ts for Home Sellers and Buyers

November 1, 2010—It would be unrealistic to say that the real estate market is utterly rosy right now, but neither is it thorn-filled by any means. In fact, things are decidedly looking up: [Read More...]  Read More →

10 Ways to Make a Small Room Look Larger

RISMEDIA, October 25, 2010–Most people have one: that room in the house that they wish was just a little larger. What many don’t realize is that with a little work and some TLC, they could have exactly what they’re looking for. [Read More...]  Read More →

Should I put my home on the market now or wait until the market turns?

That depends on your situation. First and foremost should be that we keep in mind a home purchase is more than just “housing” or an investment. It is a lifestyle and sometimes the direction your life takes dictates the best time for you to buy or sell a home. [Read More...]  Read More →

What if I’m disappointed with the photo of my home?

I’m disappointed with the photo of my house in the newspaper. Can I have the photographer come back and show him a different angle that makes the house look much bigger? [Read More...]  Read More →

Should I take my home off the market for the holidays?

Showing your home in tip top condition during the holidays is another stress you may not want to add to your list of shopping, decorating, charity work, pageants and jobs. It is normal to consider withdrawing your property from the market during this busy time. [Read More...]  Read More →

The Truth About Pricing Real Estate

Excerpt from the best seller “The Truth About Real Estate” Proper Price Positioning is Paramount. The Truth Is … A real estate consultation is a report prepared by a qualified real estate professional which set forth an analysis of facts and figures, available to the real estate community, to aid the seller in making an intelligent decision regarding the pricing of property. [Read More...]  Read More →

Counteroffers: What Sellers Need to Know

You’ve found a buyer and she’s made an offer. But the offer is not quite what you were looking for, so you make a counteroffer back to the buyer. A good idea? Perhaps. But to be a strong, incontrol seller, it’s imperative that you understand the good, the bad, and the potentially ugly regarding counteroffers. Let’s explore what a counteroffer is, how it works, and how you can use it to best advantage. [Read More...]  Read More →

Dress Your Home for Success

Putting Your Best Look Forward First impressions make a big difference in showing and selling your home. In order to help you sell your home as quickly as possible, I have compiled the following list of suggestions for my clients to consider. These suggestions are geared toward showing your home to its best advantage, keeping in mind what a buyer will be looking for. [Read More...]  Read More →

Feng Shui Energizes Your Real Estate Sales

By Holly Zeigler Being a multi-million dollar selling broker for nearly 30 years on California’s beautiful Central Coast, and using Feng Shui principles in both my listings and for my buyers, I can attest to the great results that this age-old wisdom brings to buyers, sellers and real estate agents. [Read More...]  Read More →