All About Selling your home

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Building Relationships in Real Estate – That’s Our Specialty!

If you value relationship-building, seek a stress-free experience where everything is expertly managed, and want someone who truly knows their craft, then we are the perfect team for you!

What Sets Us Apart

With our extensive client base, we possess the knowledge and experience to outperform other agents and discount internet agencies. Unless you’re looking for a discounted price, you shouldn’t consider a discount agent. 

Most agents operate solo, juggling many tasks and often feeling overwhelmed, especially in today’s dynamic real estate market. That’s why a team approach always outshines an individual effort.

Let us demonstrate why our relationship-focused approach to real estate is the best choice for you and your home. requirements.

A house is a huge investment, so when you go to sell, you want to make sure you are getting the greatest return at the closing table. But, before you break out that hammer or go searching for contractors, you need to know which projects make the best home improvement investments.  

The Highest ROI Home Improvements  

Not all home improvement projects are equal. The best ROI for home improvements will depend on a few different factors such as the market, location, contractor, and the house itself. While there are a lot of factors at play, we have gathered information and address it here, so you get the most bang for your buck when you sell.  

1. Kitchen Refresh  

On average, the best return on investment for home improvements is a kitchen refresh. Instead of tearing down your cabinets and changing your kitchen layout, a refresh involves making minor cosmetic updates to your existing kitchen setup. Work can include installing new appliances, painting cabinets, and updating hardware. Because the kitchen is such a focal point of the home, these small updates can have a big impact on the money coming back into your pocket.  

2. Refinished Hardwood Floor

We have found that one of the top ROI home improvements is refinishing hardwood floors. So, if you already have hardwood flooring in your home, then you are in luck. Simply taking the time to refinish them can make the floor look like new and have a huge impact on your return on investment.  

3. Minor Fixes  

Another great home improvement ROI is to make minor fixes. Most homes could benefit from some paint, hardware swaps, or deep cleaning. Because these fixes can have a big impact on the look of the home but have low project costs, they often have a high return on investment.  

4. Roof Replacement 

Not only is a home’s roof a big part of its curb appeal, but also an old roof can be a red flag. Buyers do not want to have to think about repairing or replacing the roof of their new home. Instead, a new roof increases home value and can result in a big payoff for sellers in some cases.  

5. Carpet Replacement 

A damaged, stained, or out-of-style carpet can have buyers running for the hills. A simple fix is to replace the carpet before selling. Not only can this work transform the look of the space, but also it comes with a high home improvement ROI.  

6. New Hardwood Flooring  

Instead of replacing old carpet with new carpet, you may want to consider installing hardwood flooring. While on average new hardwood flooring has a slightly lower return than replacing the carpet, both have a high return on investment, and one may be more lucrative than the other depending on the space.  

7. Bathroom Refresh 

Another one of the best ROI home improvement projects is to make updates to your bathrooms. Buyers are looking for modern and luxurious bathrooms, so an out-of-style bath just won’t cut it. A quick bathroom refresh is an easy way to turn that dated space into a room that appeals to modern buyers. Work may include painting vanities, updating lighting, replacing hardware, and reglazing the bathtub.  

8. Tile Installation 

Another flooring update that has a high home improvement ROI is to install tile floors. Tile flooring can be a good choice for areas like the bathrooms, kitchen, laundry room, and entryways. Make sure you choose a modern design and replace old flooring instead of new flooring to get the highest return on investment with this project when you sell.  

9. Landscaping  

Your home’s first impression is often tied to how it looks from the outside, and landscaping is an easy way to increase curb appeal without having to throw down a lot of cash. Simply weeding gardens, trimming shrubs, and planting perennials could have homeowners walking away with more at the closing table.  

10. LVP Flooring 

LVP stands for luxury vinyl plank flooring. It can provide the look of hardwood floors but is lower maintenance and costs less to install. As a result, project costs are lower, but the modern appearance still leads to a high return.  

While these may be the best ROI home improvement projects, we know that finding the cash to make these updates can be a struggle. Speak with Jim about designing a strategy based around your budget, time frame and desire. Every situation is different, and we are happy to discuss the best option you select. 

This information was taken from curbio.com. 

Stage 1:

· Schedule and meet with Jim Trabbie

· We will sit down and listen to your needs and wants.

· Once we get a clear understanding of your situation, we will discuss a plan based around your needs and wants combined with our proven system.

· We assess the house and discuss selling as is, doing some repairs and see if staging makes sense for you. 

· We discuss a plan for pets, children and elderly. 

· We review the numbers and discuss different pricing strategies and then you select the price. 

· Discuss a showing calendar that works for you. 

· When you are ready, you sign the contract to list your home.

Stage 2:

· Upon receipt of the signed listing agreement, I will start promoting your home as an off-market opportunity to my network of buyers and agents. 

· Speak with a lender about the financing for your next home.

· You will receive Jim Trabbie’s App for your purchase.

· Gather documents for me. Examples could be: mortgage statement, HOA documents, a copy of the living trust, death certificates, power of attorney. 

· Schedule the post to be installed.

· Start prepping the home for the photoshoot.

· Schedule the Photographer 

o Watch out for the Email with tips on preparing for photo shoot & 3D walkthrough.

· Buy your addresses domain and start prepping template for virtual tour

Stage 3

· My marketing department start designing the flyers, social media advertisements, video and website. 

· Escrow will order the Preliminary Title Report and Natural Hazard Disclosure package.

· My transaction coordinator will email you the sellers disclosure package.

As you can see, we are very big on communication.  I assure you that you will continue to receive updates like this with the additional steps insuring a smooth process for you.  

Retirement Communities

• Drawing on our wealth of personal & professional relationships we can provide introductions with the top area retirement communities that best fit your needs.

Estate Planning

• We can recommend trusted, local and vetted attorneys for your estate planning needs as you transition to your next chapter.

Staging & Design Help

• To assist with updating your home prior to it going on the market, our Listing Concierge can help with design and color choices, staging advice, coordination with the photographer, and listing day-of set-up. 

Estate Sales & Decluttering

• We can refer and assist in coordinating with trusted estate sale & downsizing professionals who are personally vetted.

Contractor Coordination

• We can recommend or help facilitate local, screened contractors and vendors for a variety of needs.  This includes but is not limited to handiwork, roof repair/replacement, flooring, electrical, plumbing, cleaning, landscaping and more!

Free Home Valuation

• We can provide a free comprehensive market analysis for the estate.  We will explain our proven marketing plan and walk you through each step needed to get you the most the market will allow for.  

11 things to consider when preparing your home for showings.

• Transform Your Home
  • Approach your home like a retailer and present it as a model home.
• Clean and Ready
  • Ensure the home is clean and ready for showings.
• Declutter & Depersonalize
  • Remove personal items and excess clutter.
• Family Involvement
  • Encourage children to keep the house tidy: "Clean up as if you live here, or you won't live here. 😄" I am just kidding. 
• Manage Pets
  • Arrange for indoor pets to be absent during showings.
    • It is a fact that many people dislike cats.
    • Allergies can be an issue.
    • Ensure the home smells pleasant, regardless of pets.
    • Potential buyers might worry about pet accidents inside the house and the cost of eliminating odors.
• Kitchen
  • Clear half of the items off kitchen counters to make them appear larger.
  • Put away dishes.
  • Remove magnets from the refrigerator.
• Closets
  • Pack away 75% of your belongings since you'll be moving anyway.
  • Organized closets appear larger.
  • Overfilled closets give the impression of limited storage space.
• Lighting
  • Use higher wattage light bulbs to make rooms appear larger.
  • Bright rooms feel more spacious.
• Dust & Vacuum
  • Keep the home clean and ready for visitors.
• Clean Windows
  • Clean windows to maximize natural light.
• Curb Appeal
  • Think of curb appeal as your home's first impression, similar to a job interview.
  • Ensure the entryway and front door are clean.
  • Maintain the yard:
    • Remove anything obstructing the view of the house.
    • Plant flowers.
    • Weed the garden.
    • Keep the grass green and trimmed.
    • Put away the water hose.
    • Check for and fix chipped paint.

More times than not our clients become life long friends.  We feel because make the effort to get to know you and those closest to you.

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