16 Questions You Need to Ask Real Estate Agents

Buying and selling property and homes is a massive financial and often personal undertaking. Depending on which state you live in, the process can vary in how easy or difficult it may be. But what remains the same regardless of your zip code is how great of an asset working with a qualified real estate agent can be as opposed to navigating things all by yourself. Some real estate agents do a great job of marketing themselves through television, local ads, and the radio, but that does not mean that they are necessarily the most qualified or most skilled for the specific transaction you need them to assist you with. When looking for the best realtor for you, it is critical that you approach them very similar to how a prospective employer approaches a…

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60 EASY Home Staging Tips [2020 Guide]

[Estimated read time: 6 minutes] - Originally posted May 23rd, 2017

What is Staging a house?

Staging a house is when you prepare the interior of the home so it is ready for the market and exposure. Transforming the house so it is appealing to a larger group of buyers and not one's specific taste. There are many different tips, tricks, and techniques for staging a house. Below we will go through some easy tips on how to stage a house. These steps will help you successfully get your home ready to sell.

Staging by Category:

Living Room Dining Room Kitchen Bedroom Bathroom Entryway

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How to Price Your Home Correctly [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Pricing a home can be tricky and can cost a homeowner thousands if not done correctly. Below we will quickly highlight some strategies to help you get started to help you understand how a professional may price your home correctly.

From searching for good comparable properties to using a specific pricing strategy. There are many different ways to find the market-based value of a home. Most homeowners do a pretty good job at keeping up with the activity in their neighborhood.

Here's how you can effectively price your home like a pro!

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Moving Tips: 36 Easy-to-follow Tips & Ideas [INFOGRAPHIC]

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How to prepare for a successful move?

Moving can become hectic and stressful fast! Be sure not to procrastinate and get the process started as early as possible.

The average real estate transaction can take anywhere from 4-6 weeks. To help, we wanted you to get a head start! Below is an easy to follow infographic to use as a guide so you can have a successful moving day.

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10 Things to Remember When Selling Your Home in the Winter [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Typically the real estate market will see a slight dip in the colder months. However, homeowners can still experience success when selling their home in the winter.

So how can you achieve your real estate goals this winter?

As for Sellers, you can take advantage of the winter months by following some of the tips below and making sure your home stands out from the competition. Increase your sale price as if you were selling your home in the spring!

Tips to Selling Your Home in the Winter

Here in our local area, we always see a slow downturn for Louisville real estate in the winter. As a homeowner, you want to take the extra steps to prepare your home so it stands out from the competition.…

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10 Tips to Getting Your Home Ready to Sell this Spring - INFOGRAPHIC

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Selling your home can be stressful no matter what time of year it is, but if you are thinking about selling, the springtime might be a perfect time! The winter months are almost behind us and the warmer temperatures are hopefully here to stay! Making it a great time to get out and get your home ready.

Preparing Your Home for the Spring Market

10 Tips to Getting Your Home Ready to Sell

Typically most real estate agents will experience a wave of new homes for sale during the Spring months. As a homeowner thinking about selling, you want to fully prepare your house in hopes of leaving a lasting impression and getting your home sold. Let's take a look at ten tips that can help you succeed this…

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What Does a Listing Agent Do When Selling a Home? [INFOGRAPHIC]

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We can all agree that a lot goes into the process of selling a home.

From start to finish it could easily take four to six months!

In order for a homeowner to truly maximize their profits, there is a lot of time and energy that is also required from the seller. Some sellers may wonder...what does a REALTOR® do to sell a home?

We decided to dig deep into the question and uncover some of the tasks that may be involved when it comes to selling your home and what your local Louisville real estate agent will do throughout the real estate transaction.

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How to Sell Your Home for More Money [INFORGRAPHIC]

[Estimated read time: 7 minutes] - UPDATED: January 22nd, 2019

It's that time to make the big move!

Chances are you have lived in your home for five, ten or even fifteen plus years. There has probably been a lot of changes over the years...maybe even some wear and tear along the way.

With a quick guide for ten easy tips, you could drastically help increase the amount of money you can make on the sale of your home.

Chances are you have started your search for Louisville real estate online, or even walked through a couple of Open Houses. But now is the time to focus and invest a little time and money and learn how to sell your home for more.

How to Make More Money Selling Your Home

1. Price Below Market Value

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6 Tips to Get Your Home Ready to Sell

When it comes to selling your home it is important to take the time needed to get things in order. It is recommended to get a jump start on the process and get started at least 6 to 12 months before hand. That way it gives you, as a homeowner, more than enough time to get your house in order and ready for the market.

Below is an easy to follow infographic to help you get started.

1. Paint

When entering a new home for the first time a fresh coat of paint can make a big difference to a potential home buyer. We recommend that when you are choosing colors to paint; that you decide on a neutral color. Examples:

• Linen White
• Driftwood Grey
• Grant Beige

Also, take the time to paint the baseboards and trim around the house.…

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