Nalishma Carvelho, Realtor

You just got an offer, now what? Let me break down your negotiating power 1. Length of contingencies: When a buyer submits an offer, they will include any necessary contingencies such as the home inspection, appraisal, and financing. These contingencies have deadlines attached to them. If you are trying to juggle a double move (sell your house and buy) you'll want to make sure these deadlines aren't being extended longer than necessary. ... As the seller, you have the option to write a counter offer and reduce the contingency deadlines to what you and your real estate agent think is more reasonable if needed. 2. You want to close on a specific date - let the buyer's agent know that before they even write the offer (if they give you a head's up). In most cases at the moment, the ball is in the seller's court due to the massive lack of inventory. That gives you more negotiating power which means if you aren't ready to move out for 90 days, you can probably make that happen! 3. Oh those darn repairs from the home inspection - here's the thing, you don't have to repair every single thing the buyer asks for, much less every single thing on the report. If there are major repairs that affect the value, safety or health of the property, those are the things you'll most likely need to take care of to get to the closing table. But maybe the buyer would agree to a credit so they can handle them the way they want after closing. (Tip: that usually works out best and is less of a headache for you). 4. The buyer's security deposit - the earnest money! You can always counter an offer and ask that the buyers increase their earnest money amount. There are a variety of factors that would determine whether or not that is necessary that we can discuss at the time of the offer! Do you have questions about your negotiating power when it comes to selling your home? Nalishma Carvelho | Realtor W Real Estate DRE: 01496981 #NalishmaCarvelhoRealtor #WRealEstate #WineCountry #SonomaCounty #Homeownership #Home #WineCountryDreamHomes #BayAreaRealEstate #LoveWhereYouLive #HomeIsEverything

Home of the Week Take a peak inside the elegant Plan 4 home. This model home been heavily upgraded and is move in ready!

Sold! Congratulations to our buyers and seller on the recent closing of this brand new home! Planning a move from Michigan to California was no easy feat, especially during a pandemic and when you’re buying a home you’ve never stepped foot in. ... With careful planning and constant communication, we were able to ensure a successful closing on their new California digs. Welcome home P family! . . Nalishma Carvelho | W Real Estate DRE: 01496981 #NalishmaCarvelhoRealtor #WRealEstate #WMarketing #Windsor #NewHome #NewConstruction #NewBuild #Homeownership #Home #WineCountryDreamHomes #BayAreaRealEstate #LoveWhereYouLive #HomeIsEverything

How to: Fall Porch Styling If your house is going to be hitting the market this Fall, the first thing you'll want to keep in mind is to keep it neutral. If you're not selling, feel free to add as many bats, skeletons and spooky accents as you want but we don't want to spook the buyers! Here are my go to Fall porch styling ideas (that don't include scary Halloween decor):... -Plant colorful mums in pots: I love a variety of colors like orange and deep burgundy or you can opt for one color to give it that pop (yellow is my favorite for this). -Splurge on that festive door mat.. Happy Fall Ya'll, Hey There Pumpkin, you pick but it really ties it all together. -Non-carved pumpkins - You can break out the carvings for Trick or Treat or Halloween weekend but if you want that interior designer aesthetic, you'll want to display the pumpkins that aren't carved. Again, I love mixing up the different colors - whites, greens, and oranges. If you have steps or a front stoop, it looks good to set them at different heights and combinations. -The cherry on top: The Fall Wreath - Wreaths aren't just for Christmas. Grab a seasonal wreath (preferably fresh if you're asking me) to hang on the front door for a finished look. A door wreath doesn’t have to be round either. Experiment with new ideas! Are you decorating your porch for Fall? Post a photo and tag me so I can see what you did! Bonus Idea: Follow accounts like @liketoknowithome @stylemeprettyhome @studiomcgee @katemarkerinteriors & similar accounts for pretty home inspo to share! Nalishma Carvelho | Realtor W Real Estate DRE: 01496981 #NalishmaCarvelhoRealtor #WRealEstate #Windsor #SonomaCounty #Homeownership #Home #WineCountryDreamHomes #BayAreaRealEstate #LoveWhereYouLive #HomeIsEverything

(Dream) Home of the Week This newly built home sits on a 77 acre parcel behind a gated community in Healdsburg's beautiful Chalk Hill region. The stunning estate includes miles of established hiking and riding trails, plantable acreage and so much more! 4 bedroom ... 5 bath 4500 sq. ft. main home 1200 sq. ft. guest barn (Yes, GUEST BARN) Custom cabinetry Engineered hardwood floors Temperature controlled wine room Designer kitchen Full butler's kitchen Panda glass doors 3 fireplaces An outdoor living space complete with: Covered, heated patio Outdoor kitchen with pizza oven Bocce court Large fenced-in garden With stunning views of mountains and vineyards, this property offers the true essence of wine country living at it's finest! Contact me for more information and to schedule a private showing! . . Design/Build Team: James McCalligan Listing courtesy of Randy Waller, W Real Estate . . Nalishma Carvelho | Realtor W Real Estate DRE: 01496981 #NalishmaCarvelhoRealtor #WRealEstate #Healdsburg #SonomaCounty #Homeownership #Home #WineCountryDreamHomes #BayAreaRealEstate #LoveWhereYouLive #HomeIsEverything