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Several years ago, homes would sell quickly no matter where they were located, what condition they were in, or what was wrong with them. In fact, I would argue that price didn’t even matter! All that has changed. In this real estate market, you need to do everything you can to impress those picky home buyers. Here are some ideas that can help your home stand out from the competition:
- A recent statistic said that over 85% of home buyers will spend time looking at homes on the internet before they ever call a real estate agent. Despite that statistic, I am amazed every time I see blurry, dark or bad pictures of homes on the internet. Even more frustrating is the real estate agent that only posts a single exterior shot of the home. This may be the only contact you ever have with a web surfing home buyer. Why not spend the extra money and have your home professional photographed?
- If you have any old appliances in the kitchen or laundry, replace them now. Even inexpensive new models will look better than that 1970s harvest gold unit. It may seem like a small item, but home buyers do notice these things, especially when they are looking at Maple Grove homes for sale.
- When I tour houses with clients, I am amazed to see a nice kitchen, clean bathrooms, but then 20 year old carpet in the master bedroom. The buyers are turned off instantly. Even if you get the carpet at a discount and buy almost the cheapest made, replace it with a decent color that will take that objection off the table.
- Have a professional cleaning company come in and clean your home prior to putting it on the market. Not only will you enjoy not having to spend 8 hours yourself, but they are going to clean in places that simply ignore since you see it every day. There are cleaning companies that specialize in prepping homes for sale.
- It has been demonstrated that homes that are professional staged will sell quicker than ones that are not. The home stagers may get paid $500-$1000 to do their work, but if you can sell your home 1/2 as fast, that money is well spent. Even if you think you have a beautiful home and it does not need any work, trust these professionals to give you good advice. There are several different stagers that specialize in Maple Grove houses.
Selling your home quicker will help you get the most money possible for it and don’t we all want that!
A number of smart property developers and investors have discovered a good place for potential profit in Nicaragua. The country boasts world class surf, white sand beaches to rival any in Central America, dramatic headlands and secret coves. Nicaragua benefits from a rich biodiversity and a warm welcoming culture. The hospitality industry is developing fast and Nicaragua is evolving into an extremely desirable vacation destination. And one thing savvy real estate investors are aware of is that wherever tourists go, real estate interest tends to follow. Its exciting times for real estate in Nicaragua with buyers sitting firmly in the driving seat. Top picks are beach and ocean view residences in San Juan del Sur, colonial homes in Granada and property around the stunning blue waters of Laguna de Apoyo.
As the only English language speaking country in Central America, Belize is a place where you can settle in quickly with little culture shock. It has a status as a top diving spot and the classic Caribbean landscapes with miles of palm fringed beaches make Belize well worth evaluating as a property spot. Real estate prices are lower than more mature parts of the Caribbean but you’ll still find a full range of services and amenities on offer in places like Ambergris Caye and Placencia Peninsula. The legal system in Belize is based on British law, it is a member of the commonwealth and has a currently pegged to the dollar. Three points that add to the sense of stability and security that investors here appreciate.
Close to the equator, the Central American country of Costa Rica, sandwiched between Nicaragua and Panama, has been an incredible area for property investment for the last decade. The country combines a vibrant tourism industry with a strong ‘eco’ culture that fits well with its tourism slogan: “No artificial ingredients”. In the 2009 New Economics Foundation Happy Planet index Costa Rica boasted the highest life satisfaction of anywhere in the world. If you’re a surfer head to Playa Hermosa and Jaco Beach for world class waves. You’ll notice a vibrant property market in these areas following in the footsteps of places like Playa Tamarindo Costa Rica and Playa Flamingo further north.
Panama has exploded onto the real estate scene as a top spot for secure investments and the promise of capital appreciation. Its progressive retirement program offers a whole host of benefits and is successfully attracting ever increasing numbers of retirees to its shores. Many are heading to areas such as Boquete in the western highlands, Bocas del Toro on the Caribbean and of course Panama City the pulsating capital city. The entire nation is half the size of the state of Florida but the property ownership options seem endless, bolstered by a growing economy, well respected government and investment friendly policies.
When a community experiences growth like the Tampa Bay community is experiencing, it can be difficult for property managers to keep up. The Tampa Bay property management market is different from any other market for a wide variety of reasons. Florida attracts all sorts of people, and when you have property in Tampa Bay, you need the best managers available. Since the market is experiencing so much growth your manger must know how to market your property to the best available tenants. In order to market your properties effectively, the most important thing that a property manager needs is knowledge of that local area. Never accept a company that does not have a local office in the area. Without knowing the area, there is no way that a property management company can be effective.
So what else might you need out of a good Tampa Bay property management company? Innovative methods for taking care of your property is a good start. Technology is changing the way that everything is being done, so why not property management? You should be able to receive updates on your property via the internet, directly to your e-mail. Few management companies are willing to do this, even though it makes the process easier for everyone involved. You need to know about payment histories and the status of repairs and other issues, and sometimes phone calls just will not cut it.
Tampa Bay Property Management You Can Trust
In any situation you need to be able to trust your property manager. Focus is the most important thing when it comes to property managers. When your property manager is an employee of a real estate company, that focus is lost. When a company focuses on something other than your property, it is possible that your property is not living up to its potential. That focus can be the difference between your property making and losing money. Make sure to research your Tampa Bay property management company before making any final decisions.
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