August Real Estate News and Activity

$8,000 Tax credit for new homebuyers has been extended to September 30, 2010! New home buyers still have to have been under contract by April 30, 2010, to qualify. Call me if you have any questions about this extension.

EASY FIXES FOR 2 HOUSEHOLD PROBLEMS

Problem 1:  Oil Stains on Garage Floor

You can remove most of a stubborn stain with a bit of elbow grease and scrubbing.  

First, remove the surface oil by sprinkling some cat litter on it to soak it up.  Then clear away the cat litter and focus on the stain.  Make a paste of hot water and dry dish or laundry detergent.  Use a stiff bristle scrub brush to scrub the area with the paste.  Hose the area and let it dry.  Another method is to use a product such as Spray 'n Wash on the stain for 10 minutes, along with a dry detergent.  Your last option is to spray on some oven cleaner.  Use this sparingly, wash it down thoroughly and keep children and pets away from it."  Real Life Home May 2010

Problem 2:  Leaky Faucet

Most faucet leaks can be easily fixed with a rubber washer, an O-ring, or seals - depending on what type of faucet it is.  By fixing the problem yourself, you can save a good bit of money since plumbers can be very expensive and will charge you a standard fee, even if the repair only takes them 10 minutes.  Real Life Home May 2010

The Curb appeal of your home is a critical factor in attracting prospective buyers.  A potential buyer will come to a decision on the compatibility of a new home within the first few minutes of seeing it.

The first step to enhancing the appearance of your home is to look at your home through the eyes of a potential buyer.  From small tasks like weeding, mowing the lawn, or simply cleaning out the storage closet, to large undertakings such as painting or remodeling the exterior, all projects will help with the sale of your home.

Another consideration is to hire a licensed Home Stager who can come in and give you very good and inexpensive ideas to organize and declutter your home to increase its "sellability".

My job and top priority is to help you determine which home improvement projects will get you the greatest bang for your buck and to help you get the best price for your home.  Please call me any time!