CNE – Certified Negotiation Expert
I am constantly looking for ways to better myself as your Realtor and this past week I added another helpful certification to my name: Certified Negotiation Expert. What this means for you is that I am extremely prepared to get you the best possible price on your next home or mountain escape. The course focused […]
Under Contract!
1796 Four Seasons is Under Contract! In just 14 days this beautiful Leadville home is under contract. The average days on market for homes in Leadville, CO is 115 days. Here are just some of the reasons why I am so successful at getting homes sold fast: I implement an aggressive marketing campaign including, but […]
6 Things You Should Never Let Movers Touch
6 Things You Should Never Let Movers Touch By Angela Colley So after years of DIY/friend-assisted moves, you’ve finally decided to hire movers. As a fellow lazy convenience-minded person, I salute you. The heavy-lifting, traffic-negotiating, stair-climbing nightmare parts of moving day are out of your hands. But before you kick back and start daydreaming of sleeping in […]
The Renovation Dilemma: What to Fix If You’re Selling
The Renovation Dilemma: What to Fix If You’re Selling By Deborah Kearns It’s always a Sisyphean task to set a budget for a renovation—or at the very least an ever-moving target—but if you’re planning to put your home on the market, you’ll have a way different set of calculations than a starry-eyed new homeowner. Before you […]
Can Cash Offers Get You A Better Deal?
You’ve heard the old adage that seller’s love cash offers. Why does a cash offer matter and can you get a better deal purchasing with cash? Cash offers allow the buyer to waive a lot of the financing contingencies. What does this mean? It means that you don’t have to have a bank approve […]
10 Home Renovations That Offer the Best (and Worst) Return on Investment
Realtor.com is at it again with a very useful list of which home improvement projects off the best (and worst) return on your investment. One of my favorite especially up here in Summit County is resealing entryways (Number 4). It helps with heat and energy efficiency. 10 Home Renovations That Offer the Best (and Worst) […]
Selling Your Home? Better Make Sure It’s Clean Before Moving Out
Angela Colley of Realtor.com reminds sellers that it is important to leave your home clean and empty for your new buyers. My favorite piece of advice is “Take everything with you.” Selling Your Home? Better Make Sure It’s Clean Before Moving Out By Angela Colley Let’s face it: Now that you’ve found a buyer […]
Hey, Homeowners! These Little-Known Tax Deductions Can Save You Thousands
Be sure to get the most back on your taxes this year. Renee Morad from Realtor.com outlines some important tax information for homeowners. Hey, Homeowners! These Little-Known Tax Deductions Can Save You Thousands By Renee Morad You probably already know that owning a home comes with some sweet tax benefits, like the mortgage-interest and property-tax […]
Listing Photos: Your Home’s First Showing
A major part of my aggressive marketing plan for listings is high definition photos. Not only is your home’s online presence the first thing potential buyers see, but it is also what helps the decide whether or not they want to come view the home in person. BRENDON DESIMONE from Zillow.com blog explains why your listing photos […]
7 Things People Forget to Do Before They Move
Realtor.com is at it again with their helpful list for new homeowners. Margaret Heidenry outlines 7 helpful tips for the big move into your new home. My favorite is “1 day before: Snap pictures of your electronics.” It’s such a helpful hit that can so easily be overlooked. 7 Things People Forget to Do Before They Move […]
