Selling Pinellas Houses

03/28/2023

Homeowners are often surprised how much their home can sell for if they give it the right treatment and make some small improvements. The following list will help you get the most out of selling your house.

1. Stage your home. This may not be an option for everyone, but if you have some flexibility with the timing of your sale, it can make a big difference to buyers’ perceptions.

2. Prepare your home for sale by cleaning it from top to bottom and decluttering every room.

3. Make sure all of the appliances and fixtures work properly, as well as heating and cooling systems. If there are small repairs needed, get them done before listing the house so they don't become an issue later on in the process. Buyers want a turnkey property with no problems or maintenance issues.

4. Repair or replace cracked tileHows, peeling wallpaper, and damaged flooring (especially in bathrooms and kitchens).

5. Paint walls that are white or neutral colors (white, cream or light blue) if they are not already painted this way – these colors make rooms appear lighter and brighter, making them feel larger too!

6. Clean windows inside and out – this can make a huge difference to buyers’ perceptions about how well looked after your house is!

7. De-clutter furniture so that buyers can imagine themselves using each room in different ways (for example, using the dining room table for games). Make sure there is a good amount of light coming into each room too – this makes rooms look bigger!

If you're selling your home, then you're hoping to get as much money as possible. By following the above steps, you'll be in good shape once it's time to put your house on the market! After all, a personal touch goes a long way.

03/26/2023

The inspection is almost complete and you wait with eager anticipation to read what the report has to say. This could be one of the most nerve-racking moments as a buyer. You've finally found the home of your dreams and done everything right. The seller seems like a nice person, you've got your mortgage pre-approved and your home inspection price point is still in reach. Now comes the inspection—

Here are some home inspection deal-breakers to watch for, what you can do about them and when you should consider walking away from the deal:

1. The property has major structural defects. (e.g., foundation cracks)

2. The property has chronic plumbing issues. (e.g., leaks)

3. The property has chronic electrical issues. (e.g., wiring needs to be upgraded)

In short, it's a good idea to read through the report when you get it and I can help you do this. If there are items of concern that need further investigation, start your due diligence early. Be prepared for specific issues in the house and understand what you can and cannot live with. Although it can be frustrating to have to deal with these unexpected costs after the close of escrow, it will help you from jumping into a property that is more trouble than it's worth.

03/26/2023

So you've decided you want to put your home on the market. One of the first things people do is open their web browser and start searching the internet for 'how much is my house worth?'. Not surprisingly, they come up with a variety of answers. The real question becomes -
make sense of all those numbers and get a realistic estimate of what your home is worth in today's market?

The answer is simple: it depends.

The value of your property can vary dramatically depending on several factors, such as:

- How long have you lived there?
- Is it located in a high-demand neighborhood?
- Are there other homes on the market that are similar to yours?
- What type of upgrades have been made over time (new windows, new kitchen cabinets, etc.)?

These are just some examples, but there are many others as well. The best way to get an accurate assessment is to shoot me a text or give me a call and I will take all these factors and more into consideration and we will come up with a comparative market analysis that will give us an accurate estimate of the value of your home. After we go through the CMA together you will feel confident in the value of your home. So don't hesitate to reach out to me!

03/24/2023

JUST LISTED!

Affordable 1 bedroom 1 bath apartment for rent.

Call me for more details.

Jennifer Kutsor Realtor®
Cell (727) 776-2124
J Long Realty Group

03/22/2023

Why is pre-approval for a mortgage so important?

1. Helps you understand what you can afford.
2. Let’s us know you are a serious buyer.
3. Better position to potentially win a bidding war.
4. You’ll close faster.

03/22/2023

Taxes are almost due.👇🏼

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03/21/2023

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03/17/2023

Looks fun! Who’s going? ☘️

A limited number of VIP tickets for Paddy Fest St. Pete are still available, which include a full lunch *and* dinner of Irish food, an open bar throughout the entire […]

03/17/2023

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03/17/2023

Rates are dropping ⬇️

Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates, March 16, 2023. "Due to recent developments in the banking sector, mortgage rates fell this week. Following the trend of the 10-year Treasury yield, the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage dropped to 6.60% from 6.73%." http://spr.ly/61893fzsS

03/15/2023

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