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A little tip for homebuyers trying to navigate through the holiday season: don’t give up hope in finding your #dreamhome! The holiday season, though no doubt hectic, is actually a great time to buy a house. There is little competition so sellers will be much more willing to discuss with you. This means a relatively smoother time scoring the house of your dreams! I am here to help you navigate this new real estate market whether you are buying or selling.... 805-990-8721 Lydia DeMent REALTOR Keller Williams Exclusive Properties LydiaDement.com BRE 01972763 #realestate #home #property #Forsale #venturacounty #homesale #realtor #dreamhome #dreamhouse #newhome #newhouse #househunting #house #selling #buying #agent See more

"THIS IS IT!" you think, giddy with excitement as you realize you finally found THE house! But before you start picking out furniture or paint colors, first you have to write an offer which means determining an offer price - How do you determine what your offer price should be? Here is a sneak peek into the strategic offer writing formula:... Step 1: Know the market (aka be an educated buyer) - This is critical to writing an offer confidently and preventing cold feet. Your Real Estate Agent is the key to your education! You'll want to know things like: Is it a buyer or seller's market in the area where you're looking? How quickly are homes selling? What is the average list to sold price? We run comps to substantiate what to offer and review it with you. Step 2: You should know your budget inside and out by now - you'll want to know your numbers so you are comfortable with the price you're offering and know the difference a $10-20,000 swing will make in your mortgage payment. Don’t forgot to consider closing costs as part of your available funds to purchase. Step 3: Check the stats - how long has the house been on the market? This is one quick indicator of how in demand the house is. From there you can determine if there are other offers on the table and therefore how aggressive your offer needs to be. Step 4: Combine Steps 1-3 to determine a smart offer price! As your realtor, I will always advise on a strong offer price!

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Cookies are sweet and full of all sorts of delicious goodness, from nuts to fruit to chocolate. They can be either delightfully crumbly or sinfully chewy. Not to mention that they keep forever if they are stored properly There’s no doubt about: cookies more than deserve their own day, and that’s why Cookie Day is celebrated around the world in order to pay tribute to these delicious little treats. So grab some flour, butter and sugar, and let’s get celebrating, shall we?

Home Buying Tips to Making a Competitive Offer (Tuesday, December 1st, 2020) Today’s real estate market has high buyer interest and low housing inventory. With so many buyers competing for a limited number of homes, it’s more important than ever to know the ins and outs of making a confident and competitive offer. Here are five keys to success for this important stage in the homebuying process....Continue reading

Imagine yourself being greeted by this view every time you open your front door! - What do you think about the details on this ceiling?

Neglected gutters can create more issues. Make sure you take the time twice a year to have your gutters cleaned or have them covered with gutter screens to keep out large debris to make the job easier!

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It might be temptingprice a home too high just to see if anyone bites. The reality is this misguided approach often comes back to bite the seller. Here’s why: 1. Pricing a home too high when it hits the market spooks off buyers. It makes them question a seller’s intentions and wonder if they’re serious about selling. Remember, buyers (and their agents) have done their research and they know what a home is worth. ... 2. Another hiccup in pricing too high is that the home lingers and lingers and lingers on the market way longer than it should. The buzz generated by a new listing priced right will always gain more interest (even multiple offers) from buyers ready to purchase. If you’re curious about what the average days on market is in your neighborhood, let’s talk. As 2020 comes to a close, buyers are still looking and homes are still selling. Inventory and interest is low and homes are selling for top prices with less competition!

Call and find out how much equity you have in your home right now and find out how to maximize your potential for top dollar! Expertise pays off with tried and true listing tips and pricing strategies to get you there! #realestatetipsandadvice #realestatetipsoftheday #realestateagent #househunting

Would you love a home with a porch like this? - Imagine spending the afternoon lounging with that warm comfy blanket!

Welcome October with a positive appreciation!!! ‘Tis the season. What’s your favorite thing about fall????? #october2020 #autumnvibes #thursdaymotivation #inspiration #dowhatyoulove #yougotthis #realestatelife

Why Pricing Your Home Right Makes Your Sale Successful As a seller in this market, you may think pricing your home on the high end will result in a higher final sale price. The opposite is actually true. To sell your home quickly for the best possible price, it’s wiser to eliminate any buyer concerns by pricing your home competitively from the start.... Let’s connect today to make sure you have the guidance you need to price your home right this fall!

Thinking about selling this fall?? Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home. It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season. During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and ...Thanksgiving. Don’t hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it’s a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don’t go overboard. It’s not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props. The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan. Be thoughtful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses! Remember, if you need assistance with buying or selling real estate, I have you covered! Call me for professional guidance when buying or selling real estate!

Halloween might be next month but it’s not too early to check this infamous home out. It’s for sale. Would you consider buying this or is it a creeper????

Homebuying has been on the rise over the past few months, with record-breaking sales powering through the market in June and July. Buyers are actively purchasing homes, and the momentum is continuing into the fall. It is, however, becoming harder for buyers to find homes to purchase. If you’ve been thinking about selling your house, the coming weeks might just be the timing you’ve been waiting for. According to the Pending Home Sales Report from the National Association of Re...Continue reading

Would you rather have one sink and a vanity, or use the vanity area to add a second sink?

Home Security and Safety Questions To Consider Are any of your valuables visible from the street? Residential burglaries account for nearly 75 percent of all break-ins in America. If you can see valuables inside your home from the street, so can a burglar. Burglars are notorious for window shopping so SafeWise encourages you to keep valuables, like cash, jewelry, electronics and guns, out of view....Continue reading