Kathy Lowe Realtor

Shout out to my clients! I want you to know I truly appreciate your business. Now I’ll go to work in serving you to get happily moved. You can be assured that my company and I will do everything possible to consummate a smooth and successful sale for you.

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What’s the most exciting thing about buying a new home????? a) A room with a view b) Historically low-interest rates c) New furniture... d) Your Landlord Fired! Whatever answer suits you best, remember. it costs you $0.00 to hire Me as your buyer’s agent!

Make yourself a priority. At the end of the day, you’re your longest commitment! Wishing you an amazing Week!

How many homes should I view before buying one? That’s up to you! There’s no magic number, but technology has allowed home buyers to look at hundreds of homes in a matter of hours. For sure, home shopping is easier today than ever before. For example, the ability to view homes virtually has completely changed the home buying game. Convenience is at an all-time high. But, nothing beats visiting a home to see how it looks and ‘feels’ in person. My advice: Go easy on yourself trying to view 20 or 30 homes in a day. That’s information overload, anyway. View three to five homes in a day, and if nothing jumps out, take a breather and start again another time.

In my previous guide to buying a fixer-upper, I explained why it pays off picking the worst home in a good neighborhood. Let’s continue with step #2. Fixer-upper homes come with specialty issues, so they need specialty inspectors. People who do general home inspections won’t check some of the major systems that can cause problems in a home that needs a lot of help. Here are some of the specialized expertise to consider: Structural Engineering... A crack in a basement wall can mean anything from harmless house settling to structural problems that could cost tens of thousands of dollars to fix. Sewer Line or Septic Inspection Sewage systems age along with the home. Make sure yours isn’t teetering on the edge. Pest Inspection Ants, termites, bees, and beetles can all wreak havoc on a house. If an inspection turns up an infestation, you can ask the seller to pay for the fix. One final thought.if you’ve found a fixer-upper you’re interested in, call me first so I can help you make the right decision. Better be safe than sorry!

Home staging has become a must-do for sellers. Some 77% of buyer’s agents said home staging makes it easier for prospective buyers to visualize the property as a future home. Staged homes sell for 17% more than those that are unstaged, according to industry analysis. The answer: True

It can be discouraging to look at the place after place and just feel, well, nothing. But don’t get discouraged. When you find it, you’ll know, and all of the house hunting will have been totally worth it.

Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine. And remember, If we were made to stay in one place we’d have roots instead of feet!