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The ‘Starbucks effect’: Higher home prices
Some are saying “Living near a Starbucks has its benefits for homeowners, whether you’re a coffee drinker or not.” With tens of thousands of Starbucks locations in the U.S., that’s good news for a lot of homeowners. Between 1997 and 2013, home closer to the coffee shop increased in value by 96%, compared to 65%… [Read More]
homebuyers can test-drive the neighborhood
Realtor.com and Airbnb have teamed up to allow potential homebuyers to “live like a local” by experiencing a specific neighborhood before purchasing. Visitors to realtor.com will be able to book accommodations nationwide on Airbnb ranging from single-family homes to condos, lofts and other properties located near their desired neighborhood. “This collaboration with Airbnb reinforces our… [Read More]
Denver average home sales hit a record high in April: $402,302
Sellers listed a lot more homes in metro Denver last month, but not enough to prevent the average sales price for a single-family home from reaching a new high, according to a report Tuesday from REcolorado, the region’s multiple listing service. The average price for a single-family detached home sold in metro Denver went above… [Read More]
Three Benefits For Pricing Your Home
If you’re thinking of listing your home, pricing it right is an important step. After all, many buyers have come out of their winter hibernation eager to look for a new home. Below are just three benefits of a well-priced home. Forward this on to family and friends who are interested in listing their homes,… [Read More]
I Dropped My Smartphone!
Our smartphones and tablets play huge roles in our daily lives, so when we accidentally damage or lose them, it can have a huge impact. Below are some tips to help you if you drop your device on the floor or into water, or if your phone is lost or stolen. Forward this on to family and… [Read More]
Can I Be Of Any Help?
You’re important to me and my business. Working by referral allows me to maintain our relationship and serve you even after our transaction has closed. The information below explains the reason I work by referral and lists the ways I can help you after the sale. Oh, by the way… if you know of someone… [Read More]
2015 Bathroom Upgrade Tips
Bathroom remodeling is an extensive process involving many parts. If you miss a piece, there’s a good chance your project could head south, requiring you to spend more money than you’d intended on parts and repairs. It’s important to consult with a bathroom remodeling contractor before you begin your project to make sure you’re covering… [Read More]
Lower Your Mortgage Insurance
Seasoned buyers, first-time buyers and refinancers will all be eligible toward the end of January to benefit from President Obama’s Thursday announcement that the FHA is going to chop 0.5 percentage point from its monthly mortgage insurance premium that is charged for using FHA financing. The annual mortgage insurance premium will drop to 0.85% from… [Read More]
Increase Your Home’s Value Trends 2015
This time of the year, we hear from just about every sector of the economy what’s expected to be popular in the coming year. Foodies with their fingers on the pulse of the restaurant industry and hot TV chefs will tell us to say goodbye to beet-and-goat cheese salad and hello roasted cauliflower, and there’s… [Read More]