Home Buying Tips
*Save time by getting pre-qualified for a mortgage before you begin looking for your home.
*Fine tune your credit rating before applying for a loan. (Hold off on major purchases/consolidate loans/cancel unused credit cards, etc.)
Home Selling Tips
*Choose a Realtor that you feel comfortable with.
*Open the doors between rooms, turn on all lights, and open blinds to give your home an inviting feeling.
* "Curb Appeal"-buyers form a lasting impression about your home from the moment they drive up. Plant flowers, mow the lawn or add a fresh coat of paint to ensure an inviting first impression.
*Remove or rearrange furnishings to create a sense of spaciousness.
*Giving the interior of your home a fresh coat of paint or new wall covering is a worthwhile investment. Walls that are cracked, dirty or painted with out-of-date colors may produce a feeling of dreariness. Walls and ceilings, freshly painted can create a welcoming atmosphere.
*Check all decks, patios, porches, stairs, and railings for loose members.
*Check for any water penetration in attic and ceilings.
*Learn location of electrical service panels and label each circuit.
*Inspect your water heater and drain pan for signs of rust and leakage.
*Make sure all your sink and bathtub stoppers hold water.