I plan to sell my home this coming fall. What do I need to do to get it ready?

1.Maintain your landscape--make sure the lawn is cut and leaves are picked up. Mums or fall flowers on the deck are always a nice touch.


2.Keep your house warm. Prospective buyers are turned off by a cold house.

3.Let in the light. During the day open the curtains and drapes. At night put on all



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What are the advantages of buying a home?

1.Savings--Long-term homeownership will save you money that you would have otherwise lost to a landlord.


2.Tax breaks--Most homeowners are able to take a mortgage interest deduction on their taxes.

3.Equity--When you pay on your mortgage, you are paying towards owning your home. If you make improvements, you benefit from those improvements.

4.Budgeting--A fixed-rate mortgage means your monthly payment is the same amount for the life of the loan. The only increase is the taxes or insurance.

5.Security—You own the home. As long as you are paying your mortgage, you can’t be asked to leave. It is your home.

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What are some inexpensive things that I can do to prepare my home for sale?

1.Savings--Long-term homeownership will save you money that you would have otherwise lost to a landlord.


2.Tax breaks--Most homeowners are able to take a mortgage interest deduction on their taxes.

3.Equity--When you pay on your mortgage, you are paying towards owning your home. If you make improvements, you benefit from those improvements.

4.Budgeting--A fixed-rate mortgage means your monthly payment is the same amount for the life of the loan. The only increase is the taxes or insurance.

5.Security—You own the home. As long as you are paying your mortgage, you can’t be asked to leave. It is your home.

Contact me for all of your real estate needs--Lisa Baumberger  208-5560

What should I expect from my real estate agent when he/she lists my home?

Questions – your agent should thoroughly get to know you, your situation, your expectations and your home


Comparative Market Analysis – this will help you determine how much you want to list your home for

Commitment – make sure you find out exactly what your agent is willing to do to help you sell your home (i.e.: open houses, advertising)

Great photos and an informative listing – your agent should take a lot of photos of the interior and exterior of your home. Your agent should also take the time to submit a very informative and descriptive listing to the MLS. This is what buyers look at to determine if they want to view your home.

Communication – your agent should provide you with suggestions of what you can do to make your home more appealing to prospective buyers and what you can do to get it ready for sale.     Call Lisa Baumberger with all of your real estate needs  208-5560 or e-mail lisab22@optimum.net

What are 5 things buyers do not want to see in a home they are viewing?

What are 5 things buyers do not want to see in a home they are viewing?


1.Dusty, fake plants

2.Messiness--underwear on the floor, unmade beds, stacks of laundry, and dirty dishes

3.Popcorn ceilings and wood paneling

4.Kitchen cabinets busting at the seams

5.Houses with too many pet items--your pets and all pet items, including the odor, should be gone for showings



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I was told I need a letter showing I am pre-qualified, what is this?

You need to go to your bank or lender to get "pre-qualified". After reviewing your financial status they will let you know what price range you can look in when searching for your new home. This letter from your lender is required on most offers you make on a home. This should be your first step in looking for a home.

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I am new to town, how do I know what neighborhood is best for my family?

When you find a home you like, talk to the neighbors, they are one of the best sources of information.

Ask questions at the local store and gas station. If you have children, visit the school.

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