Amila Silva

06/23/2022

Summer is finally here, and there’s so many fun things to do! Whether it’s a trip to the beach, backyard BBQs, or camping out in nature, summer is filled with fun family traditions.

Let us know what your favorite summer tradition is in the comments!

06/21/2022

For many buyers, the news that mortgage interest rates will rise this year can be super disappointing. Experts project that standard interest rates will range from 3.3% to 5% in 2022.

But when we look back, those interest rates are actually AMAZING.

You probably hear a lot about the “good old days” of real estate, but back in the 1980, interest rates were around 12.7%. And the 70s weren’t much better with a rate of 8.86%. In fact, interest rates only really started to go down around 2010.

Even though interest rates are rising compared to last year, they’re still historically low.

So don’t let interest rates stop you from buying a new home!

Want to talk more about interest rates or see what your interest rate could end up being? Just send a DM!

06/19/2022

They may be easy, but they can cost you!

1. Most rely on user-reported data or algorithms

2. They wont take recent improvements into account

3. Your estimate could be off by thousands of dollars

Pricing a home incorrectly is the biggest mistake a seller can make–and it often ends up costing them tens of thousands of dollars that could have been in their pocket.

While it’s tempting to get your zestimate and call it a day, automatic estimators are not a reliable way to price your home. For that, you need a great local agent.

That said, automatic estimators are great to get you a ballpark estimate when you’re deciding whether or not to sell.

But as soon as you make the decision to sell, you need to get in touch with an agent who can conduct a comparative market analysis and actually tour your home to get the right price.

If you want to get your home priced correctly, just send a DM! We'll let you know what your home should be listed at so you can sell it for top dollar.

06/17/2022

Staging can make a huge difference in how potential buyers view your home. But it’s not just about the furniture. It’s about the lighting in your home too!

These 4 ideas will help you show off the best features of your home to buyers.

-Switch light fixtures to trendy edison bulbs or get daylight LED bulbs to give your space a fresh look.

-Update those dated fixtures to something modern and trendy to attract buyers and help your space feel updated.

-Layer lighting to add texture to your space. For example, add lamps to a room with an overhead light to highlight your home’s features.

-Switch your light-blocking curtains to sheers so you can bring in more natural light–buyers love seeing lots of light!

P.S. Make sure you save this post so you’ll have it handy when you start staging!

06/15/2022

This is one of the biggest mistakes we see sellers making right now. Don’t make the same mistake!

Even in today’s market, buyers won’t go for homes that are priced too high. And this is a huge problem because the longer a home sits on the market, the more suspicious buyers get. They think that there must be something wrong with the property because it’s been on the market for too long.

But if your home is priced correctly and attractively, you’ll get many potential buyers and drum up a bidding war–which can make the sale price of your home soar.

Give your home the best chance it has to make you a huge ROI by pricing it correctly.

And to get the right price for your home, you’ll want to work with a real estate agent.

Let us help you get the correct price for your home. Send a DM and we’ll get you on your way to selling your home for the most possible!

06/13/2022

Do you know how real estate agents price out a home?

More factors go into the perfect price than you might think!

One of the first things your agent will look at is your home’s size and condition. Bigger homes usually fetch larger prices. However, if your home is in pristine condition, it can sell for more than even the biggest house on your street.

Your agent will also pay close attention to your home’s location, which is one of the most important things for buyers.

This can be surprising to some buyers, but one of the key factors for pricing a home is other recently sold homes. Your agent will bring their knowledge of current market trends and combine that with what other homes in your area have sold for to come up with the perfect price for your home.

A lot goes into finding the right price for a home that attracts potential buyers and gets top dollar for a seller. Don’t try to do it yourself! With an agent, you’ll be able to get your home priced correctly and get the best deal possible.

Want to talk more about pricing? Just send us a DM!

06/11/2022

Buying new construction can seem like a good way to avoid a lot of the headaches that come with older homes. With things built to your specifications and a brand new everything, you’ll pay a lot less in decor and maintenance costs.

But new builds do have some hidden costs that could end up putting a big dent in your wallet. Here’s what you need to know:

1. Understand that the model home is like the top trim package on a car–it has all of the upgrades. And those upgrades probably cost thousands of dollars. When you tour the model home, pay attention to the things that will definitely be in your house like the layout.

2. Know what’s included in the base model. Some base models come with appliances and all of your home necessities included while others come with just the bones of the house. It depends on the builder, but you need to know exactly what you’re walking into.

3. Read the warranty. Not all builder warranties are the same, and they will cover different things. Make sure you understand what will and won’t be covered so you aren’t surprised down the line.

4. Use your own agent. The agents working at the new construction are the builder’s agents–not yours. That means they work to get the builder the best deal possible, even at your expense. Protect yourself and get a fair deal by hiring your own buyer’s agent.

If you’re looking for an agent to make sure you get the best deal while buying new construction, just send a DM!

06/09/2022

Shopping small isn’t just good for the community, it’s also great for you as a homeowner!

You can add value to your home by supporting the community, so let’s show some love for our local small businesses!

What are your favorite local businesses? Drop them in the comments below!

06/07/2022

This is the big one for most sellers–how much money are they going to walk away with in their pocket?

It’s actually pretty easy to figure out what the net proceeds will be.

First, get your numbers ready:
-selling price
-how much you owe on your current mortgage
-prep and repair costs
-closing costs (usually around 7-9% of the sale price)

Then you can use this simple equation to get your net proceeds.

[selling price] - [remaining mortgage] - [prep costs] - [closing costs] = your net proceeds!

There are also many free, online calculators that will do the math for you. Just Google “home sale calculator” for a shortcut.

If you want to sell your home for top dollar (and who doesn’t?!), just send a DM and we’ll work our real estate magic!

05/10/2022

Open House
Sunday 5/15
11 am to 2 pm

4 photos of this $2,698,000, 5 Bed, 6 Bath, 4364 SqFt, Single-Family property located at 5980 Barton Ranch Court, Granite Bay, CA 95746 MLS Number 222045612