SIX TIPS FOR “MAKING AN ENTRANCE” – Has the “spring cleaning” bug bitten you yet? Why not take that urge one step further–right out the door! Now is the perfect time to clean up, warm up and maximize your home’s curb appeal!
We all know the curb appeal “standards” such as keeping the lawn watered and [...]
Archive for June, 2008
Creating Curb Appeal
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged Home Seller Tips on June 16, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
When & What to Remodel:
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged Altoona, Ankeny, Buy or Sell Real Estate Des Moines, Clive, Household hints, Pleasant Hill, Real Estate, Remodel your home, Urbandale, West Des Moines on June 10, 2008 | 3 Comments »
When remodeling your home, any major repairs must yield increasing returns. For example, if you spend $1000 to enhance part of your home, it must yield more than $1000 when you are ready to sell your home. These areas show increasing returns:
* Bathroom remodeling
* Master suite addition
* Bathroom addition
*Family room addition
* Roof replacement
* Window replacement
HIRING [...]
Tips for a Successful Garage Sale
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged Buyer, Garage Sale Tips, Real Estate, Seller, Trivia Contest on June 4, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Planning a move this spring? Many people hold a garage sale to get rid of items they no longer need or want. If you’re planning a sale, here are some ideas to make your garage sale a success!
ADVERTISE Many newspapers offer inexpensive ads for garage sales. Make a note of the location, the start and [...]