Posted by Bob Starks // September 2, 2015
Though you may feel your pets are an integral part of your family, potential buyers may not be as enamored. And, even if buyers have their own furry family members, they most likely will still not like your animals’ scents filling their noses when they take a tour of your listing. Ultimately, no buyer wants […]
Posted by Bob Starks // August 26, 2015
There is nothing more frustrating for a seller than having a home sit on the market for a seemingly indefinite time. Though a multitude of reasons for transaction postponements may come into play, avoiding critical sale-day delays resulting from relatively minor fixes is comparatively straightforward. Perhaps one of two perplexing scenarios is taking place. Buyers […]
Posted by Bob Starks // August 19, 2015
Though homes in the Bay Area are selling in exceedingly short times frames – oftentimes receiving multiple offers – there are still transaction concerns to consider. This is especially true for sellers, which despite looking at perhaps a handsome profit, will need to plan and be proactive. The following is a list of a few […]
Posted by Bob Starks // August 12, 2015
“Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is a Season)” — is a song written by Pete Seeger in the late 1950s. And it certainly applies to real estate; specifically, when are the suggested situational optimal times to list a home for sale? Traditionally, sellers begin the task of listing a home via a discussion with […]
Posted by Bob Starks // August 5, 2015
Summer vacation season is in full swing. And even if you live in a nice neighborhood, you need to be aware of the obvious – burglars looking for easy marks. The following suggestions are intended to help make your home safe when you’re away. Ultimately, it is unadvisable to fall into the category of being […]
Posted by Bob Starks // July 29, 2015
A full home inspection has become an industry standard when a buyer has made an offer on a house. But, can a homeowner be proactive and hire an inspector before the home is listed to help identify potential issues and /or problems. The answer, though perhaps obvious, is of course. But, do many homeowners elect […]
Posted by Bob Starks // July 22, 2015
With the recession now in the rear view mirror for all intents and purposes, many people are beginning to feel more comfortable with the thought of keeping their homes. With retirement investments gaining ground and homes increasing in value, does it still make sense to enroll in a reverse mortgage? The answer, as is the […]
Posted by Bob Starks // July 15, 2015
When a seller decides to place a home on the market, the first impression is critical. A lack of curb appeal resulting from an unkempt yard or deteriorating paint will no doubt scare some buyers away. Conversely, a nicely mowed yard or an attractive home exterior will be inviting to potential buyers. Avoid the consequences […]
Posted by Bob Starks // July 8, 2015
Everyone knows sellers want to get as much as they can for their home sale. One goal when you’re selling your house is to get as much money as possible. But, how much is too much? Is the hope for a “homerun” worth pricing the home out of the market? Technically, yes. But that does […]
Posted by Bob Starks // July 1, 2015
How should you make your property listing stand out to attract potential buyers? What can you do to separate your listing from the others? A few suggestions follow… Just as is the case with dating, the first impression is critical. No one ever truly gets a second chance to make a first impression. It is […]