Tuesday, July 21, 2009

What a Difference A Makeover Makes!


When selling a house, perception is everything. And sometimes it is just the little things. The splash of color from a well placed throw rug or a tall vase with colorful blooms, or the bowl of limes on the table....
A few makeover tips for homeowners/ home sellers:
--if it looks tired, it is. Freshen up a room by putting in a new throw rug, or getting a new lampshade.
--check your bedding. Does it have some miles on it? Some fresh colors might make it a whole new room!
--dramatic artwork can really set off a room. Get some cool wrapping paper from a specialty shop and cut it to fit a frame and voila!
--de-clutter! Less is more when showing off your real estate space.
--Plants and flowers are great, but keep them freshly watered so they look plump and fresh.
--the more light the better. Brighten up your lower level with lamps and more lamps.
--For great curb appeal, sharp edging of your lawn along the sidewalk can make all the difference!

Saturday, July 18, 2009

RODGERS FORGE IS OPEN ON SUNDAY!

Starting at 12 noon on Sunday, there will be more than 12 homes open in Rodgers Forge--Take advantage of this big neighborhood OPEN HOUSE and bring your friends to the neighborhood, or, just go around and get some decorating ideas or landscaping ideas! Don't miss it! The Real Estate Blog would love to hear your feedback on these homes--any comments you have would be very welcome!! Houses are selling well in our neighborhood, rates are good, and summer is an ideal time to make a move! So take the kids, bring a friend, and visit some homes....
Below are some of the houses that will be open for your viewing:

107 Brandon Road--12-2pm
427 Dunkirk Road--12-2pm
132 Stevenson Lane--1-3pm
7212 Lanark Road--12-2pm
7235 Lanark Road--12-2pm
27 Murdock Road--12-2pm
32 Murdock Road--12-2pm
40 Murdock Road--12-2pm
134 Overbrook Road--1-3pm
149 Regester Avenue--12-2pm

Tuesday, July 14, 2009

July Housing Market Update

As of today in The Forge:
--22 houses currently for sale from $269K -$430K. This is about 1% of the homes in the neighborhood.
--Of these: 3 are 4bdrms priced from $307K-$369K
--2 are 5bdrms priced from $392.5K-$430K
--3bdrm price range is $269K-$319.9K
--Of the 3bdrms, 11 have 1 bath, 7 have 2 baths
--14 homes are currently under contract
--Average time it takes to put a home under contract is 46 days, but most took less time than that.

--12 homes have sold since June 1.
--Of these 12 were 3 bdrms w closing prices from $$240K-$348K
--2 were 4 bdrms w closing prices of $342K-$410K.

The Forge continues to see a robust market. Rates are still very good, houses are very affordable and buyers have lots of reasons to buy in this market!
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