Tracey Miller, Realtor - IntegritySouth Real Estate

10/06/2022

Here are some of the biggest turn-offs for home buyers (the good news is, they're all easily avoidable as a seller!).

➡️ An outdated kitchen and bathroom: Though you don't need to do a full renovation, a few changes can go a long way, like new light fixtures or cabinet hardware.

➡️ A broken doorbell or cracked screen door: Curb appeal starts the second your buyers pull up to your front door. Make sure everything is functional and not broken.

➡️ Dirty carpets, walls, or windows: A deep cleaning prior to listing your home is always a good idea. Have carpets shampooed, walls painted or touched up, and windows washed from the inside and out before inviting buyers into your home.

➡️ Scuffed hardwood floors: If your hardwood floors are in bad shape, your buyers are going to look at them and see dollar signs. Make sure your floors are clean and polished so your buyers won't need to replace them.

10/06/2022

Lunch at Keg and Barrel with the IntegritySouth crew 😊 Enjoyed the food and fellowship!

09/29/2022

09/13/2022

09/11/2022

Here are a few of my favorite fall home decor tips:

🍂 Light some autumn scented candles -- I love the Brown Sugar Chestnut from Chesapeake Bay Candle Co.
🍂 Layer up your chairs and couches with cozy throws.
🍂 Swap your linen and cotton summer bedding for flannel sheets and a down blanket.
🍂 Bring on the fall florals. Swap the summer blooms for mums and line your mantel heirloom pumpkins and and rich autumn hued flowers.
🍂 Take the sweaters out of storage! If you have to swap your winter and summer clothes, it's time to take out the sweaters and warmer wear. Even if you don't need it *quite* yet, you'll be glad you did as soon as those chilly mornings arrive.

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08/18/2022

Whether you’re planning on staying in your home for the next 10 years or selling in the next 6 months, it’s a good time to check your home equity.

Refresher: home equity is how much money you have in your home AKA the amount of your home that you actually own. An easy way to think of it is that if you were to sell today and pay off your mortgage, the equity in your home is how much money you’d walk away with.

Home equity is easy to calculate! All you do is make your home’s current market value (you can check with your agent for an accurate valuation, or if you want rough numbers, you can find an online estimate), then subtract how much you have left on your mortgage.

For example, if your home is worth $350,000 right now, and you have $225,000 left on your mortgage, you would have $125,000 in equity.

Because home values have been rising, you might find that the equity in your home is much more than you’ve paid into your mortgage!

If you need some help calculating your home’s equity or want to talk about what to do with that equity, send over a DM!

08/11/2022

Whatever you do during the home buying process, don’t go out and make a major purchase! This can affect your credit and cause all sorts of problems, including your ability to purchase your dream home!

08/10/2022

Having 2 incomes is better than 1 when buying a home. So make sure your partner is working 2 jobs. 🤣🤣🤣

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08/09/2022

More fun coming to our area! Don’t miss it this Friday night and Saturday all day 🎈

The RISE Hot Air Balloon Festival had a great two years, and we appreciate everyone who made it happen. Thank you

08/05/2022

Interest Rates aren’t scary! Call me and we will find your perfect home.

07/28/2022

I choose electric! 😊

07/20/2022

Happy July! 🍉⛱☀️Are you feeling those summer vibes? Pour yourself a cold glass of lemonade and check out your monthly to-do list: remember, you don't have to do it all but a bit of home maintenance each month goes a long way!

🏖 Create your summer bucket list
🧽 Clean between the windows and screens
👙 Switch your closets from winter to summer
🌸 Plant flowers in your yard or outdoor space
🍹 Whip up a batch of your favorite summer sangria
💦 Change the water dispenser filter in your fridge
💡 Clean ceiling fan blades and replace lightbulbs
🧴 Stock your guest bathroom with extra toiletries
🧊 Replace your air conditioner filter
🛠 Organize your garage or tool shed
🌡 Invest in a smart thermostat to save on energy bills
🍴 Dine alfresco in your backyard or on a local restaurant patio