House and Home October 2014
Housing Starts Increase, National Home Sales Climb

For the fourth time in the last five months, pending home sales increased. All regions of the country enjoyed the boost in sales but one; sales in the Midwest dropped a slight 0.4 percent from June and 6.4 percent from July 2013. The Northeast, meanwhile, saw sales climb 6.2 percent, 8.3 percent above a year earlier. Sales in the South and the West also improved month-over-month, with an increase of 4.2 percent and 4.0 percent... Read More
Bathroom Remodeling on a Budget

If you've always wanted to update your bathroom but didn't think you could do it on a budget, then these two simple strategies can get you your dream bathroom for less than $1,000.

Think Small
You don't need to gut your bathroom to make it look like new. Instead of using your entire budget to replace your tub and shower, add value by focusing on less expensive items such as your sink, toilet and vanity... Read More
Clean Your Indoor Air by Cleaning Your HVAC System

When the temperature gets cooler, you shut the windows and turn the heat on in an effort to keep your house warm. But what you're also doing is sealing the air inside your house.

While a good tight seal is very important to staying warm and keeping your energy bill in check, it also can really have an impact on indoor air quality.

"When you flip that switch on your heater, there is a lot of dust and debris - collected in the coils... Read More
Create a Cozy Home This Fall with These Staging Tips

If you are selling your home during the fall, it is important to keep its exterior well-maintained and create a welcoming, cozy atmosphere indoors. Here are some ways to ensure your home appeals to as many prospective buyers as possible.

Yard Work
Mow your lawn and remove leaves and debris. Weed, get rid of dead flowers and trim back all branches and foliage so that everything looks neat, clipped and in keeping with the season. Give your flower beds a splash of color by adding some plants that flower in the fall, such as chrysanthemums... Read More

4 Tips to Compete with Cash Buyers

Although all-cash sales have been steadily declining, cash sales still make up a significant piece of the market. Cash buyers—those who don't need any bank or other financing—are winning out over mortgaged buyers in more than 50 percent of sales in some areas, according to internet real estate giant Zillow. The problem is, not a lot of regular people have that much cash at their disposal. So how does a regular Joe stay competitive without cash? Here are some tips.

1. Don't Go for the Deep Discount
Cash buyers expect something in return for their all-cash investment—a deep discount off the list price. While speed may be important to some sellers, most will care more about the bottom line. A two to three percent higher offer will likely seal the deal, regardless... Read More
William Brundage  -  (248) 980-2455 House and Home  -  October 2014 

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