5 Things To Do - if you're selling your house during the pandemic.
Houses are selling during the coronavirus pandemic. Follow these simple to do’s which are part of the recommendation from CDC.
Clean AND disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. This includes tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, and sinks.
At the Ouellette Realty Group Inc, we have the technology to assist you in the successful selling of your house during this pandemic time.
We are here to assist you and potential buyers to remain safe and secure during the home selling process.
Yes, You Can Buy (and sell) a House during the Pandemic!
You Can Buy and Sell a Home during these time!
You can perform a real estate transaction from the comfort of your home.
Showings to visit a home can be performed virtually - via different platforms.
For listing a property to sell - home photography and virtual tours can be completed.
We request from homeowners to wipe down all surfaces before buyers visit properties.
Our staff wear personal protective equipment such as mask and gloves and follow CDC guidelines for social distancing. We request that buyers do the same for their safety. Also buyers will be limited to 1 or 2 persons per showing.
Our equipment is disinfected after each home visits.
Inspectors and appraisers are continuing to perform their duties following CDC guidelines.
Closing of transactions are completed with limited human to human contact as much as possible following CDC guidelines.
If you have any questions, please contact us directly via phone or email.
We will be glad to assist you.
What To Know : 8 Factors That Enhance A Home's Value
Looking to enhance your Home Value to potentially sell your property in the future.
Check out these tips!!!
8 Factors that Enhance A Home’s Value
When Considering Selling your Home!
These questions will help you decide whether you’re ready for a home that’s larger or in a more desirable location. If you answer yes to most of the questions, you may be ready to move.
Have you built substantial equity in your current home?
Check your annual mortgage statement or call your lender to find out how much you’ve paid down. Usually you don’t build up much equity in the first few years of your mortgage, as monthly payments are mostly interest. But if you’ve owned your home for five or more years, you may have significant, unrealized gains.
Has your income or financial situation changed?
If you’re making more money, you may be able to afford higher mortgage payments and cover the costs of moving. If your income has decreased, you may want to consider downsizing.
Have you outgrown your neighborhood?
The neighborhood you pick for your first home might not be the same one in which you want to settle down for good. You may have realized that you’d like to be closer to your job or live in a better school district.
Are there reasons why you can’t remodel or add on?
Sometimes you can create a bigger home by adding a new room or building up. But if your property isn’t large enough, your municipality doesn’t allow it, or you’re simply not interested in remodeling, then moving to a bigger home may be your best option.
Are you comfortable moving in the current housing market?
If your market is hot, your home may sell quickly and for top dollar, but the home you buy will also be more expensive. If your market is slow, finding a buyer may take longer, but you’ll have more selection and better pricing as you seek your new home. Ask your real estate professional what they see happening locally.
Are interest rates attractive?
Low rates help you buy “more” home, and also make it easier to find a buyer for your current place.
Is the effort and cost of maintaining your current home becoming difficult to manage?
A REALTOR ® can help you decide whether a smaller house, condo, or rental would be appropriate.
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How To Attract More Buyers!
These tips will help you convince buyers your property offers top value for their dollar.
Amp up curb appeal.
Look at your home objectively from the street. Check the condition of the landscaping, paint, roof, shutters, front door, knocker, windows, and house number. Observe how your window treatments look from the outside. Something special—such as big flowerpots or an antique bench—can help your property stand out after a long day of house hunting.
Enrich with color.
Paint is cheap, but it can make a big impression. The shade doesn’t have to be white or beige, but stay away from jarring pinks, oranges, and purples. Soft yellows and pale greens say “welcome,” lead the eye from room to room, and flatter skin tones. Tint ceilings in a lighter shade.
Upgrade the kitchen and bathrooms.
These are make-or-break rooms. Make sure they’re squeaky clean and clutter-free, and update the pulls, sinks, and faucets. In a kitchen, add one cool appliance, such as an espresso maker.
Add old-world patina to walls.
Crown molding that’s at least six to nine inches deep and proportional to the room’s size can add great detail on a budget. For ceilings nine feet high or higher, consider dentil detailing, which is comprised of small, tooth-shaped blocks in a repeating ornamentation.
Screen hardwood floors.
Refinishing is costly, messy, and time-consuming, so consider screening instead. This entails a light sanding — not a full stripping of color or polyurethane — then a coat of finish.
Clean out and organize closets.
Remove anything you don’t need or haven’t worn in a while. Closets should only be half-full so buyers can visualize fitting their stuff in.
Update window treatments.
Buyers want light and views, not dated, heavy drapes. To diffuse light and add privacy, consider energy-efficient shades and blinds.
Hire a home inspector.
Do a preemptive strike to find and fix problems before you sell your home. Then you can show receipts to buyers, demonstrating your detailed care for their future home.
4 Good Reasons to work with me, a licensed REALTOR in South Florida.
1- Expert Knowledge and Education - You want a professional to speak the language and understand the paperwork to your advantage to get you the best deal, avoid delays or pricey mistakes.
2- Marketing and search power – property marketing allows reaching a larger number of potential buyers – through a range of marketing practices and practitioner’s contacts. The REALTORs search power can go outside the online property search engines and avoid out of date information for their buyers.
3- Negotiation experience and knowledge in local real estate market.
4- Ethical Responsibility – Realtor in Florida adhere to a strict code of ethics to protect the public in all real estate transaction-related matters.