Selling in Fall

Selling in Fall

OK, so we have gone over the market predictions for this fall, we have gone over Pros and Cons of buying in the fall and now we are going to talk about what you can do to make your home easier to sell in the fall.

Clean up Yard

Rake leaves, trim hedges, weed and clean walkways to make your yard look neat and clean.

Create Autumn Curb Appeal

Place pots of marigolds or mums on steps or along the sidewalk to add a nice fall color or add pumpkins or other squash as accents on your porch.  Little touches make a big difference.

Clean Out the Fireplace

Nothing smells like autumn then a wood burning fire place or if you have a gas fireplace light it for potential buyers but make sure it’s clean of cobwebs and streaks.  You could even place candles in the fireplace in order to bring attention to a great feature. 

Utilize Autumn Accent Colors

Throw some bright red, orange or yellow pillows or throw blankets on the sofa and chairs.  Clear away the clutter and depersonalize your home then add a bold colored centerpiece in the dining room with pine cones and nuts maybe even add a few bright leaves from the yard you just raked. 

Turn on the lights

As the days grow shorter it’s harder to make the space look bright so pull up the blinds, push back the drapes and turn on those lights.

These are just a few ideas on how to make your home stand out during the fall selling season.  Ask your agent for some others and good luck.

Cynthia Schmier, Broker/Owner 
CRS, CDPE, CNE, CIAS, MDI, 5-STAR, SRS
RE/MAX Country
Cynthia@Cynthia-Online.com
(360) 400-3475
www.cynthia-online.com

Hot or Not Market!

Emerging Trends in the Market

We are only a few months into this New Year but there are some trends emerging in the Market.  First off the coasts are hot; I would even dare to say on Fire.  But they are quickly running out of inventory which is driving home prices up quickly.  Why the Shortage?  Well there might be a few answers for that.  It could be that with the economy returning, millennials who have been living with family are now trying to get out on their own.  At the same time baby boomers are seeking to downsize and have a lower cost of living which is flooding the market with buyers.  Or it could be that financially recovering GenXers are investing in their current homes in fear of the market and mortgage rates possibly going up, leaving the market with a lack of inventory.  It could also be potential sellers are very apprehensive of the market, mortgage rates and ability to get a new loan.   The fact that few new entry-level homes are being built because of rise in cost may also be contributing to this trend.  Regardless of what the reason for the lack of inventory it is defiantly a sellers market right now even if the sellers don’t know it.  I guess I end this Blog with a question.  Will this trend continue or will confidence in the market return?  

Cynthia Schmier, Broker/Owner
CRS, CDPE, CNE, CIAS, MDI, 5-STAR, SRS
RE/MAX Country
Cynthia@Cynthia-Online.com
(360) 400-3475
www.cynthia-online.com

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