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Having a Great Month!
Tiffany DuBose
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Competitive Tips for Buyers
Not
every market is struggling. The truth is that
many desirable neighborhoods and zipcodes are
still experiencing healthy inventory levels and
conditions that promote multiple offers. As a
buyer in these markets, how can you be
competitive?
First, and perhaps most importantly, be
ready to buy. Readiness is not impulsiveness,
however. Before you begin your home search, be
clear on your objectives. This means knowing
your budget (and how much wiggle room you
really have), what amenities are must-haves,
and what things you can do without. By having a
clear plan of action, you'll know a good deal
when you see it
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and won't hesitate to act. Many would-be
buyers miss out on their dream home
because of hesitation. They need "the
night to think about it" or "to see a
few more" before they make a decision.
If the home is a good price and in a
desirable
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Sell Your Home Now
With These Tips
In
a buyers’ market, selling your home can be a frustrating
lesson, especially if you make costly mistakes that can
slow your sales opportunities.
According to an article by Zillow, about 36
percent of homes nationwide sold for a loss in January.
As spring rolls in and buyers head out to shop for their
perfect home, they’re doing so with a critical eye
because of the many choices due to excessive inventory.
If you avoid common seller mistakes, you can save
yourself time and money. Let’s take a look at a few of
these problem areas.
Sole-focused, comp-based pricing. Yes, recent
sales count. Studying and understanding the comps in
your area will give you an idea about how much buyers
were willing to pay for homes in your neighborhood in
the recent months, but relying strictly on the comps is
a mistake.
Take a close look at the homes that are currently
listed for sale. How does your home stack up? What are
the
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Choosing Your Dream Home
There's
a lot to think about when it comes to buying your dream
home. Every decision, small to large, is important!
Let's look at a list of common issues that buyers face.
1. Neighborhood: Deciding on what
neighborhood you desire is tricky. You must consider
your wants and needs. They vary by person. Do you have
children and need to live within the boundaries of a
specific school district? You might want a short
commute, a neighborhood with historic homes, or homes
that are near night life and restaurants.
2. Square footage: What size of home fits
your needs? The average home in the United States is
2,195 square feet. Thirty years ago the average size was
just 1,645. The trend has been for larger and larger
homes, with special purpose spaces, such as exercise
rooms, offices, studies, and media rooms. This trend is
now receding.
3. Floorplan: Architectural styles offer a
wide range of choices! Open floor plans might appeal to
you, with their great flow for entertaining. Or you may
have a more traditional aesthetic, preferring cozy
rooms. Think about how you live your life and what style
best fits your needs.
4. Finishes: There are different grades of
homes. Take your kitchen, for
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AIA Offers Fresh
Insight On Kitchen, Bathroom Design
Half
of architects AIA surveyed said special function areas within
the kitchen remain popular, especially pantry space and
recycling centers with only a few architects reporting a
decrease in the demand for the special function areas.
As in other studies, the architects said the growing use
of electronic devices is pushing demand for recharging areas, as
well as space and place for general computer work.
Making space for electronics is also part of a trend to
integrate kitchens with family living rooms to create more of an
all-purpose "great room", AIA reported.
Sustainability is also popular in the kitchen. Nearly half
of residential architects said renewable material flooring
(bamboo or cork) and countertops (concrete, bamboo) are gaining
in
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Tiffany DuBose
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Web:
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(808) 674-2371
94-1036 Waipio Uka Street 104C
Waipahu, HI 96797
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