Whatever it Takes!
December 7, 2008 by Bob Schenkenberger · 3 Comments
When it comes to selling a home in the current market, nothing is out of bounds. Extreme marketing tactics, and unorthodox preparation for sale techniques are becoming more common in the effort to get properties sold. If you have heard of other “unusual” techniques used to help sell a home, please leave it in a [...]
Tips to Sell Your Home Faster- Staging (Part 6 of 6)
March 24, 2008 by Bob Schenkenberger · Leave a Comment
This is Part 6 in a series of things to do that will increase your chances of a quick home sale, for the highest possible price. Home Staging I have written on other occasions the importance of Home Staging. A showhome sells for more money and in less time than the competition! It’s a fact, [...]
Tips to Sell Your Home Faster-Atmosphere (Part 5 of 6)
March 24, 2008 by Bob Schenkenberger · Leave a Comment
This is Part 5 in a series of things to do that will increase your chances of a quick home sale, for the highest possible price. Atmoshphere 1. A clean smelling house creates a positive image in the buyer’s mind. Be aware of any odors from cooking, cigarettes, pets, etc., that may have adverse effects on [...]
Tips to Sell Your Home Faster-Space Management (Part 4 of 6)
March 24, 2008 by Bob Schenkenberger · Leave a Comment
This is Part 4 in a series of things to do that will increase your chances of a quick home sale, for the highest possible price. Manage Your Space! What we mean by this is to make your home feel as big, bright and open as possible. Here are some time tested suggestions. Arrange furniture to [...]
Staging vs. Decorating…Ding, Ding
March 19, 2008 by Bob Schenkenberger · Leave a Comment
It just so happens I ran across this great video today regarding staging a home to sell! It is also a great follow up for my post yesterday on Neutralizing your home to sell, Tips to Sell Your Home Faster-Neutralizing (Part 3 of 6) Check out the video interview of a professional stager and hear her [...]
Tips to Sell Your Home Faster-Neutralizing (Part 3 of 6)
March 18, 2008 by Bob Schenkenberger · 2 Comments
This is Part 3 in a series of things to do that will increase your chances of a quick home sale, for the highest possible price. Make it Neutral Baby! Go through your home, and take a realistic look at how personalized your home has become. It may be great for you, but is it going to [...]
Tips to Sell Your Home Faster-Cleaning (Part 2 of 6)
March 18, 2008 by Bob Schenkenberger · 1 Comment
This is Part 2 in a series of things to do that will increase your chances of a quick home sale, for the highest possible price. Cleaning Go through your home, from Top to Bottom (and everywhere in between) and CLEAN! This isn’t your typical teenager’s room cleaning, this is your Mother’s or Grandmother’s coming over and [...]
Tips to Sell Your Home Faster-Repairs (Part 1 of 6)
March 17, 2008 by Bob Schenkenberger · 1 Comment
This is Part 1 in a series of things to do that will increase your chances of a quick home sale, for the highest possible price. Repairs Go through your home and make a ‘to do’ list of all the little things that may need some attention. Start on the inside and pay particular attention [...]