Diana Visser Homes

03/18/2021

Secret #3: DON’T go overboard on upgrades.⁣
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It’s a mistake I’ve seen too many times. ⁣
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In an effort to get top dollar for their home, well-intentioned sellers take on major renovations without consulting a realtor first. Assuming they’ll get every dollar back (and then some!), they go overboard on upgrades only to be disappointed at the closing table.⁣
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And while there are upgrades worth doing prior to selling, they’re often quick fixes, not major renovations. ⁣
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If you’re thinking about selling soon, reach out to a realtor who knows your neighborhood and can give you suggestions on the upgrades that matter most to buyers in your area. ⁣

03/17/2021

Got a sec? Perfect! I’m back with Secret #2 in my 5 Secrets of a Successful Sale. ⁣
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Secret #1: It’s your kitchen that’ll sell your home.⁣
Secret #2: Declutter, depersonalize, and stage your home.⁣
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Buyers must be able to picture themselves living in YOUR home. Give 'em a chance to do just that by decluttering, depersonalizing, and staging your home:⁣
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• Declutter: Picture your home as a vacation rental. If you wouldn’t see it out in a rental, you shouldn’t see it out during a showing.⁣
• Depersonalize: A few modest photos here and there is fine, but pack away the excess, take down oversized monograms, and remove wall letters from the kids’ rooms.⁣
• Stage: If you’re using the dining room as a craft area or home office, reset it as a space to dine. Also, get rid of unnecessary furniture to make your living room feel airy and spacious. Staging doesn't have to be costly or complicated — it simply helps buyers make sense of your home and see its potential.⁣
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When it comes to getting your home ready for the market, less is ALWAYS more. Need advice on how to get your home prepped? I’d love to help. ⁣
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Stop back by tomorrow for secret #3!

03/16/2021

It’s the month of shamrocks🍀, leprechauns, and Irish blessings, and while some are worried about getting pinched, you’ve got other things on your mind — like how you’re gonna get your home listed and sold fast. ⁣
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In honor of St. Patty (and so you can kick luck🌈 to the curb), I’ve got 5 secrets I can’t wait to spill — secrets that’ll hand you a successful sale, and quite possibly, your very own pot of gold. ⁣
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This week, Secret #1: It’s your kitchen that’ll sell your home.⁣
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While buyers want the right bed and bath count to meet their needs, years of experience tell me it’s your KITCHEN that’ll sell your home. ⁣
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As you get your home ready for the market, every minute (and dollar!) you spend prepping your kitchen to look its best will give you a high ROI. ⁣
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At a minimum, clean, declutter, and clear off those countertops for every showing (save a vase of fresh flower). ⁣
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Wanna do a little more? Update cabinet hardware, replace the faucet and sink, install a backsplash, or splurge on new light fixtures.⁣
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That’s all for now — keep your eyes out for Secret #2!

02/16/2021

12/31/2020

It's such a sweet, slower-paced time of year - right after the holidays before the new year begins...⁣
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As leftovers, family members, and holiday Hallmark movies linger, I love to use this time to write thank-you notes to my client-friends from the past year. It gives me the chance to remember every face, every home, and every moment of joy with my buyers and sellers.⁣
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What are you thankful for these last few days of 2020? Share below - I'd love to hear.

12/30/2020

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12/23/2020

Just over here playing one of Santa's little helpers, and making dreams come true. 🎅🏻🏡

12/22/2020

This year is definitely shaping up to be much more low key for my family.

No matter what your holiday ends up looking like, just remember that there’s truly no place like home for the holidays 🖤
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12/10/2020

For those not in the industry, real estate jargon can be confusing, but it's extremely helpful to know!

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝟭𝟯𝟴 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲:

Does real estate jargon leave you baffled? Here’s everything you need to know, from A to Z, so next time real estate lingo pops up, you’ll be prepared.

12/08/2020

12/01/2020

Thanksgiving is but a memory, and winter is in the air. It’s time to make sure your home is ready for the frosty months ahead.