Thinking of Selling? Does Your Home Have Curb Appeal?

So often, sellers think of what to do to improve the inside of their home, but you might want to think twice about putting aside a budget for your exterior. The first impression outside is just as important as the inside. Take a look at the video that has some great tips and information about curb appeal and give me call if you are thinking of buying or selling or know of anyone who is, or if you just want to talk Real Estate.

Spring Cleaning? Sell Your Unwanted Items Online...

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3 Reasons Why I'm Grateful To Be Your Real Estate Agent

I enjoy what I do. So much, I've been doing for over 30 years!

....... So when someone asks me to provide them a market analysis, my opinion of the market, or simply catch up with friends and clients, I'm always privileged and excited to share with them my knowledge and help them in any way I can.  

From providing information, to selling your home or helping you find your dream home, here are 3 reasons why I'm grateful to be your real estate agent:

1) Knowledge and Experience. I do thoroughly enjoy you the latest information on the market.   If you are interested in selling your home, or just wondering where it fits into the market, please ask me about giving you a free market analysis.  I can also sign you up for free, regular, and automatic updates about how your home compares others nearby; ask me about Customer For Life.

2) It's an Honor.  I do cherish every relationship I have, from my family and friends, to each of my clients. It's important to me to know you are well taken care of and I can have the privilege in assisting you with your needs and be trusted to help you through the home finding and home selling process.  These tasks can be daunting, and it is my honor to help you through this every step of the way. 

3)  Your Support is invaluable.  I am always grateful to help my clients and their friends and family.  Referrals are a great way for my business to thrive and it's my pleasure to assist those around you who are in need of a real estate professional. 

Tri-Cities Home Market Update

Weekly Market Status Update as of August 30, 2013        

                                                         2013                     2012

Active Homes                                1625                     1771

Average Active DOM                    111                        97             

U/C Homes last 30 Days               211 Avg(74)        161 Avg(63)

The market is better than last year, but the number of sales in the last 30 days is down by 13% from the prior 30 day period (July).  This may be part of seasonal slowing and part due to rising interest rates.  The market should continue to be good for the next 30 days at least.  Once again, homes that are neat, clean and updated are selling.  Homes with deferred maintenance and outdated are left sitting on the market.  The homes that are selling now have an average DOM of 84.  So if your listing is taking longer than that, then it might be time to start thinking to make some changes.

8 Ways to Stress A Bit Less

We often get caught up in the grind of daily life and go-go-go.  Take a minute to read this article for some quick fixes to long term stress relief practices.

Have You Thought About Selling?

Take a look at these great facts - It's a sellers market again!  If you have any questions, please call me at (509) 947-6800 or email me at jeff@jeffpresby.com.
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Your Tri-Cites Market Status Update - May 10, 2013

The market supply has dropped 3% from the same time last year.  The supply is 1.3 months shorter.  The homes that are selling have marketing times substantially shorter than the aging active inventory.  Basically, this says clean it up and price it right and your home will sell.  Make sure you tell your sellers this.  Also, tell your buyers the inventory is going down and good houses are harder to find than last year.  Prices will undoubtedly go up, so BUY NOW.  

Here are the weekly Market Stats for the last week compared to last year's market: 

                                          2013           2012
Active Homes....................1,562..........1,611

U/C Homes 30 days...........233.............190         
                              
 *Supply 6.7 months 2013, 8.5 months 2012
The average DOM for U/C is 75 days.  The average DOM  for all actives is 109 days.