How to Maximize Your Selling Potential During Winter | Real Estate | HGTV Canada

Having been a licensed Realtor for many years I've had the pleasure of putting contracts together on every major holiday.  Although there are fewer buyers in the market in the Winter months, the ones that are out looking at property are motivated.

 

 

Here's some great advice for preparing for showings in the winter...

 

 

 



How to Maximize Your Selling Potential During Winter | Real Estate | HGTV Canada

24 Things You Can Do In 10 Minutes or Less To Make Your House More Saleable

 

 

 

It's the little things that make a big difference when you are trying to sell your home.  With technology today, pictures of your home are most likely found everywhere on the internet.  With that in mind, following this simple advice will help your home show it's best.

 

 

24 Things You Can Do In 10 Minutes or Less To Make Your House More Saleable

 

 

 

Home Rate of Return Calculator: Was my home a good investment? - CNNMoney

I'm pretty sure I've posted this calculator before.  It's a simple tool that shows you how your home and other real estate investments compares to the stock market.  I'm personally way ahead of the game because I own my home.

 

 

 

Home Rate of Return Calculator: Was my home a good investment? - CNNMoney

Home Rate of Return Calculator: Was my home a good investment? - CNNMoney

I'm pretty sure I've posted this calculator before.  It's a simple tool that shows you how your home and other real estate investments compares to the stock market.  I'm personally way ahead of the game because I own my home.

 

 

 

Home Rate of Return Calculator: Was my home a good investment? - CNNMoney

Could Fall Be The Right Time To Sell Your Home?

There are always home buyers in the marketplace.  Granted there are more in the warmer, summer months when school is out, however homes sale in every season.  If you are considering a move and don't want to wait until Spring, follow the link for tips on selling your home in the Fall.



http://www.maxrealestateexposure.com/tips-to-sell-your-home-in-the-fall/

11 amazing real estate facts to entertain your brain | Inman News

Are you interested in real estate?  Simple facts that are simply interesting.

 

amazing real estate facts to entertain your brain | Inman News

Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick Selling in Greenwich Village | Zillow Blog

This is why I love real estate.  Everyone has their own sense of taste and style.  This home is definitely something I can relate to and will probably copy some of their ideas.

 

 

 

Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick Selling in Greenwich Village | Zillow Blog

Home Rate Of Return Calculator

So I was checking out market data and real estate information on CNN Money and ran across this easy to use calculator.  It provides a rate of return based on how long you have owned your home.



It's not an exact science but it gives you an idea of how much your home has gone up in value.



Use the link below.

 



 

 

Home Rate of Return Calculator: Was my home a good investment? - CNNMoney

Home Improvements...That Last!

 

 

For many of us,  we want to make improvements but we want them to be affordable and we want them to last.  This link describes several of the newest products that will provide a new look with little to no maintenance.

 

 

7 Home Upgrades That Can Save Money in the Future

Make Gardening More Fun...

At this time of the year I find myself in the yard for several hours every weekend.  I love to grow plants and flowers but also want to spend time with Willa.  These tips from HGTV are actually very useful.  If you are a gardener too you will definitely use some of these.

 

 

14 Simple Gardening Tips and Tricks : Outdoors : Home & Garden Television

 

 

 

12 most popular home plans - MSN Real Estate

These homes all have one thing in common, a spacious, covered front porch.  Or you can call it a Veranda if you live in the South.  Who would not want a special place to watch the sun set in the evening? 

  Building my own home is something I have always wanted to do.  It doesn't have to be out of your budget but many people get caught up in the "extra's".  Most improvements can be done later.

 

Take a look at some of these really cool homes....

 

 

12 most popular home plans - MSN Real Estate

 

 

 

Great Visual Appeal In This Storage Project...

HGTV is one of my favorites.  I personally love  House Hunters and Love It or List It.  So many great ideas and this link will share a great DIY project that almost everyone can use.  More storage!

 

 

 

Pine and Plumbing Supply Shelving System : Decorating : Home & Garden Television

Experts Predict 2014 Housing Market | realtor.com

With over 33% of this year already behind us, (Gasp), the housing market in Cody has been robust with no signs of slowing down.  We seem to have a decent balance of supply and demand with interest rates  still under 5%.  Find out more about what's on the horizon....

 



 

 

Experts Predict 2014 Housing Market | realtor.com

How Smart a Home BUYER Are You?-Kiplinger

For those of us that are experienced with a real estate transaction we take some of the basics for granted.  Learn some of the basics by following the link.

 

 

How Smart a Home BUYER Are You?-Kiplinger

T Lock Roofing Shingles - What's The Story?

Isn't it always wise to be prepared for anything that may cost you unexpected money?  The information offered in this link will help if you own an older home.

 

 

T Lock Roofing Shingles - What's The Story?

Become a millionaire real estate mogul - Jul. 20, 2012

 

This is really not that difficult to do.  There are several factors that influence how well and how quickly you can grow wealth in real estate.  Good credit is probably most important.  Then, owning investment properties requires patience.  This is not a bad trade-off when you consider the benefits.  Find out all the details by following the link...

 

Become a millionaire real estate mogul - Jul. 20, 2012

Vacation Home Sales Heat Up!

 

 

The Cody market can certainly be considered a vacation home market.  Many of our sales are in areas out of town and the buyers typically leave when the snow starts to fly.  This link offers insight and information .

 

 

Vacation home market heated up last year - Apr. 6, 2014

Room of the Day: As Comfy As a Favorite Pair of Jeans

It may not be the most practical color...(white)...but this room could be my temple.  Relaxing, reading, meditating would all happen here.  

 

 

Room of the Day: As Comfy As a Favorite Pair of Jeans

Millions of renters say they really want to buy a home this year - Mar. 13, 2014



 

 

 

Supply and demand has always lead the way when it comes to buying and selling homes.  Learn more about what to expect with housing in 2014.

 

 

Millions of renters say they really want to buy a home this year - Mar. 13, 2014

To be a standout, you need personality - CBS News

So as I become more and more interested in  growing myself and my company...and being a great example for my daughter I've been looking for advice.  This article helps define the areas we can all focus on to become great at what we do, whatever that may be.

 

 

To be a standout, you need personality - CBS News