Susan Hilton College Station Real Estate
Realtor & Vice President of Sales of Bryan College Station Real Estate
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Archive for July, 2010
How College Station Homeowners and Businesses Can Save up to Thousands of Dollars a Year with Small Changes!
July 16th, 2010 Categories: The Realtor's Life
Homeowners who would like to save money around the house and businesses that need to improve their company’s bottom line can begin this process by making small changes. Getting everyone in your household or office involved in making these small changes can very quickly add up to hundreds, even thousands of dollars in yearly savings. Of course, these changes always should be consistent with green practices; fortunately, many money saving tips are (by their very essence) positive for the environment.
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Current Market Trends in College Station and Bryan: A Great Time to Buy, and Whether Sellers Should Reduce Their Asking Price
July 15th, 2010 Categories: The Realtor's Life
National home sellers learned a difficult lesson in June: if you want to sell right now, lower the price. The real estate website Trulia.com analyzed the home sales across the nation for June, and proved that it truly is a buyer’s market. They note that approximately 24% of all listings that were on the market as of July 1 had experienced at least one price reduction, up from 9% of all listings one month earlier. The average price drop is a stunning 10%.
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How to Present Your College Station Home in its Best Light
July 14th, 2010 Categories: Home Improvement & Design, Selling
Many of the College Station residents I’ve spoken with recently are faced with the decision to sell their home; for some, this can be a worrisome issue. But this process does not have to be as stressful as it seems! A recurring question is, “How will my home do on the market?” As I’ve mentioned recently, it is a buyer’s market, so it is imperative for a seller to present the best product possible if they want to get a good deal on their home. As I tell my clients, if you want peace of mind - I cannot stress enough the necessity of showing a clean, well-maintained home. Though I’ve recently discussed staging a home, the need for further advice and details on home maintenance and presentation is critical. Whether you are in the position of needing to sell now, eventually, or even if you are set in your home for life, a well-maintained home is an essential point of pride.
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The Anatomy of a Foreclosure – Information for College Station Homeowners and Home Buyers
July 8th, 2010 Categories: The Realtor's Life
One of the most prevalent, hard-hitting issues affecting the real estate market today is foreclosure. Most people, while terrified of this word, do not understand the specifics, the process, and the anatomy surrounding the concept. While it may be a worrisome topic, it does not have to incite the terror associated with it; simply familiarizing yourself with the facts can help you rest easier. Whether you are a College Station or Bryan homeowner worried about default, a homeowner who simply wants to understand the basics, or a potential home buyer looking for a deal on a home, this information is absolutely invaluable.
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Tips for Staging your College Station Home, Ensuring a Faster Sale
July 7th, 2010 Categories: Home Improvement & Design, Selling
When I am selling a Bryan/College Station home, I always offer tips to the seller concerning how to put their home in the best light for showings. First impressions are lasting impressions. And in soft market times, it is important to show your listing at its best advantage.
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