Maggie Barr Team

Hello February! The beginning of a new month is a great time to give our homes a refresh. It's a little too soon to transition into Spring, so think of this month's checklist as a head start on Spring cleaning. The holiday season has ended and Spring isn't here yet, so use this month to get ready for the next season. February is a great month to hit the 'reset' button. ... Make sure to follow along for more tips! The Realtors with Heart! Maggie Barr Team Maggie Barr (831) 252-0504 [email protected] 01941901 www.MaggieBarr.com Wendy Harris (831) 246-0683 [email protected] #maggiebarrteam #kwsc #kellerwilliams #santacruzrealtor #santacruzrealestate #santacruzhomesforsale

Start defining your dream home by answering this question! What features are an absolute "must" in your next home? We would love to learn more about what you're looking for. Share your answer in the comments!... The Realtors with Heart! Maggie Barr Team Maggie Barr (831) 252-0504 [email protected] 01941901 www.MaggieBarr.com Wendy Harris (831) 246-0683 [email protected] #maggiebarrteam #kwsc #kellerwilliams #santacruzrealtor #santacruzrealestate #santacruzhomesforsale

Friday Five! Just like that, we're heading into the last weekend of January! How are you all doing with your New Year's Resolutions? It's okay if you need to hit the reset button in February, we've all been there!... Today, we're sharing 5 ways to revive your resolutions. 1. Relax. Don't try to make up for lost time. 2. Re-assess and make adjustments. 3. Look at your big goals and break them down into smaller goals. They will add up! 4. Don't try to do a complete 180. Start with smaller changes and ramp up from there. 5. Share your goals with someone who can help keep you accountable. How are your resolutions going? Comment using only emoji! The Realtors with Heart! Maggie Barr Team Maggie Barr (831) 252-0504 [email protected] 01941901 www.MaggieBarr.com Wendy Harris (831) 246-0683 [email protected] #maggiebarrteam #kwsc #kellerwilliams #santacruzrealtor #santacruzrealestate #santacruzhomesforsale

4 quick ways to brighten up a room! If you don't have a lot of natural light to work with in your home, these 4 tricks can help brighten things up: Paint walls a light color + paint ceilings white... Cover dark floors or carpet with a light area rug Hang a mirror to reflect sunlight Add more lamps and layers of light Are you using any of these tricks to brighten up your space? Share in the comments! The Realtors with Heart! Maggie Barr Team Maggie Barr (831) 252-0504 [email protected] 01941901 www.MaggieBarr.com Wendy Harris (831) 246-0683 [email protected] #maggiebarrteam #kwsc #kellerwilliams #santacruzrealtor #santacruzrealestate #santacruzhomesforsale

Small change, big impact! Lighting plays a major role in the look and feel of your kitchen. If you're thinking that your kitchen could use an update, it might be your lighting. The right light fixtures can give your kitchen the "wow" factor you're looking for and help your kitchen look more complete. If you want to make a big impact without taking on a big project, try converting existing can or recessed lighting into pendant lights. Pendant lights comes in all kinds of st...yles, finishes and bulb counts, which makes this is a great way to add style and brightness all at once. Look around your kitchen, where do you have can or recessed lighting? Depending on your layout, 3 great spots to hang a pendant light are above your sink, kitchen island or kitchen table. Do you have a spot in your kitchen that you could convert? Share in the comments! The Realtors with Heart! Maggie Barr Team Maggie Barr (831) 252-0504 [email protected] 01941901 www.MaggieBarr.com Wendy Harris (831) 246-0683 [email protected] #maggiebarrteam #kwsc #kellerwilliams #santacruzrealtor #santacruzrealestate #santacruzhomesforsale

"Location, location, location!" If you're getting ready to start the home buying process, you'll probably hear that phrase more than once (and for good reason)! Here's why "location" is such an important factor when choosing your new home. You can change or update MOST things in your new home but you cannot change your location. You can knock down walls, paint, landscape, replace flooring, decorate, replace the roof, swap out kitchen cabinets, remodel the bathrooms, you nam...e it, but you can't update your location. As your agents, we are here to help you find the perfect location to fit the lifestyle you are looking for. Start by answering these 3 questions: Location 1: Which city or suburb would you like to live in? Location 2: Which neighborhood or community? Is there a school district you would like to be apart of? How close to your daily activities or work would you like to be? Location 3: Where on the block or street? What kind of view would you like to have? Share your answers in the comments! [tagline]] Maggie Barr Team Maggie Barr (831) 252-0504 [email protected] 01941901 www.MaggieBarr.com Wendy Harris (831) 246-0683 [email protected] #maggiebarrteam #kwsc #kellerwilliams #santacruzrealtor #santacruzrealestate #santacruzhomesforsale

Friday Five! Today, let's talk staging. We're sharing 5 key elements of a well-staged kitchen. The kitchen is "the heart of the home" so this is a great opportunity to appeal to potential buyers. If you're staging your kitchen (or just want a refresh for yourself), try adding in these elements:... 1. Let in the light: Clean the windows and open the blinds to show off natural light. Put a small lamp on your countertop for some extra ambience. 2. Clear countertops: Show off counter space by storing away appliances and extra kitchen gadgets. Less is more when it comes to counters. 3. Storage space: Show off storage space by pairing down and decluttering drawers and cabinets. Buyers will be looking here! 4. Cohesive items: If you have open or glass cabinets, make sure anything on display matches. 5. Fresh scents: Plug in a diffuser and bring in fresh flowers or a plant Who's ready to go refresh their kitchen? Follow along for more tips! The Realtors with Heart! Maggie Barr Team Maggie Barr (831) 252-0504 [email protected] 01941901 www.MaggieBarr.com Wendy Harris (831) 246-0683 [email protected] #maggiebarrteam #kwsc #kellerwilliams #santacruzrealtor #santacruzrealestate #santacruzhomesforsale

When you're preparing your home to sell, the key is to look at your home from a brand new perspective. Buyers that are searching for their new home are looking for a change in lifestyle. The goal of the home prepping process is to highlight your home's best features and show off the new lifestyle that someone can have in the home! If you're thinking of listing and need help getting started, we're here to help. Reach out to discuss more! ... The Realtors with Heart! Maggie Barr Team Maggie Barr (831) 252-0504 [email protected] 01941901 www.MaggieBarr.com Wendy Harris (831) 246-0683 [email protected] #maggiebarrteam #kwsc #kellerwilliams #santacruzrealtor #santacruzrealestate #santacruzhomesforsale

Have you ever heard the saying, "a goal without a plan is just a wish"? If homeownership is one of your goals, it's time to make a plan. One of the first steps towards homeownership is to take a good look at your finances. From there, you can create a realistic savings plan that you can stick to. Now, before you start doing the math on how to save up for a 20% down payment, I have good news for you!... When you are creating your plan, remember that there are many LOW down payment options available for first-time homebuyers. Depending on the type of loan you qualify for, you could only be required to put 0-3.5% down, not 20%! If you're open to discussing more, reach out! The Realtors with Heart! Maggie Barr Team Maggie Barr (831) 252-0504 [email protected] 01941901 www.MaggieBarr.com Wendy Harris (831) 246-0683 [email protected] #maggiebarrteam #kwsc #kellerwilliams #santacruzrealtor #santacruzrealestate #santacruzhomesforsale

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, here is some Monday Motivation for you all! Let this inspire you to keep taking action towards your goals. Whatever you do, keep moving forward! The Realtors with Heart! Maggie Barr Team Maggie Barr... (831) 252-0504 [email protected] 01941901 www.MaggieBarr.com Wendy Harris (831) 246-0683 [email protected] #maggiebarrteam #kwsc #kellerwilliams #santacruzrealtor #santacruzrealestate #santacruzhomesforsale

Friday Five! Here are 5 ratings to give your home when you're getting ready to list. Try it out! On a scale from 1 to 10, rate your home in these 5 categories:... Cleanliness & organization Lighting Curb appeal Depersonalization (family photos, children's artwork, collectibles) Furnishings & room flow One purpose of staging your home is to allow potential buyers to visualize their own items in the home. Providing a clean, open and well-lit space allows buyers to imagine how they could make it their own. After rating your home on these categories, you'll have a great idea of what needs to be done to get your home ready for new eyes. The Realtors with Heart! Maggie Barr Team Maggie Barr (831) 252-0504 [email protected] 01941901 www.MaggieBarr.com Wendy Harris (831) 246-0683 [email protected] #maggiebarrteam #kwsc #kellerwilliams #santacruzrealtor #santacruzrealestate #santacruzhomesforsale

If you're preparing for homeownership, it's time to take a good look at your credit! This is an important step in preparing financially. Knowing where your credit stands can help you plan your next steps towards homeownership. Do you have any questions about how to prepare to purchase a home? Reach out to discuss more! The Realtors with Heart!... Maggie Barr Team Maggie Barr (831) 252-0504 [email protected] 01941901 www.MaggieBarr.com Wendy Harris (831) 246-0683 [email protected] #maggiebarrteam #kwsc #kellerwilliams #santacruzrealtor #santacruzrealestate #santacruzhomesforsale

Inflation is on the rise, but don't let that deter you from going after your homeownership goals. If homeownership is one of your goals for 2022, you're still on the right track! Real estate has historically been looked at as a hedge against inflation. Here are a few reasons why it's still a good time to purchase a home: You are protected from rising rental costs. Rent prices are projected to keep rising throughout 2022.... With a fixed mortgage, you lock in your monthly housing payment. Interest-rates are still incredibly low. This can help save you thousands over the life of your loan. Your real estate investment has the potential to increase in value! Is homeownership one of your 2022 goals? Please reach out to discuss more! The Realtors with Heart! Maggie Barr Team Maggie Barr (831) 252-0504 [email protected] 01941901 www.MaggieBarr.com Wendy Harris (831) 246-0683 [email protected] #maggiebarrteam #kwsc #kellerwilliams #santacruzrealtor #santacruzrealestate #santacruzhomesforsale

Inflation is on the rise, but don't let that deter you from going after your homeownership goals. If homeownership is one of your goals for 2022, you're still on the right track! Real estate has historically been looked at as a hedge against inflation. Here are a few reasons why it's still a good time to purchase a home: You are protected from rising rental costs. Rent prices are projected to keep rising throughout 2022.... With a fixed mortgage, you lock in your monthly housing payment, regardless of what's happening in the market. Interest-rates are still incredibly low. This can help save you thousands over the life of your loan. Your real estate investment has the potential to increase in value. Is homeownership one of your 2022 goals? Please reach out to discuss more! The Realtors with Heart! Maggie Barr Team Maggie Barr (831) 252-0504 [email protected] 01941901 www.MaggieBarr.com Wendy Harris (831) 246-0683 [email protected] #maggiebarrteam #kwsc #kellerwilliams #santacruzrealtor #santacruzrealestate #santacruzhomesforsale

Happy Valentines Day to our front-line Heroes! Medical workers, first responders, military, and veterans, we APPRECIATE your hard work and SACRIFICE! #homesforheroes

Showed a listing in the Los Gatos mountains today, that was like stepping into a time capsule. That little box on the wall is an iron match box. Love it.

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Happy Birthday to team member Realtor Wendy Harris! A rockstar top agent on our team who's been working harder than ever this year. Today's a day to relax and have some fun! We appreciate you. Have an amazing day!

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