A realtor’s new listing is much like a child. It needs nurturing, full attention and skill to see it to fruition. Realtors commonly use professional photographers in order to market and portray the property in the best possible light and sellers spend countless hours decluttering and investing sizable sums refurbishing, cleaning and painting, all in order to bring the highest possible offer for their homes. These are always good ideas to maximize the property’s worth, but don’t forget to … [Read more...] about Inciting the Senses When Selling a Home
Russ Lyon
Vacation Rentals in Flagstaff: A Love Story?
No doubt, most everyone who travels in Flagstaff and elsewhere around the world has heard of or participated in vacation rentals of privately-owned residences. Of course, renting a room to a tenant is nothing new, but the number of vacation short-term rentals hosted by online providers has surged everywhere, especially in destination locations like Flagstaff. These sites, such as VRBO, Airbnb, Evolve, Flipkey, Booking.com, to name only a few, allow a seamless booking and payment experience … [Read more...] about Vacation Rentals in Flagstaff: A Love Story?
What Value Does Your Realtor Bring to the Table?
Is being a licensed real estate professional easy? Do they all make a bundle of money for little work? What can they do for you that you don’t already know? It’s easy, right? It’s just selling or buying a house; how hard can that be? Here are just a few reasons why realtors bring value to any transaction and what they can do to make your transaction a smooth one. First and foremost, a realtor is a licensed, educated professional who has gone through schooling and testing in order to carry … [Read more...] about What Value Does Your Realtor Bring to the Table?
Preparing Your Home to Sell
Spring is in the air! The real estate market is beginning to warm up. Many home sellers are embarking on the daunting task of prepping their home for a spring/summer sale. Traditionally, these warmer months bring increased energy to the Flagstaff real estate market. According to NAAR’s 2019 Profile of Home Staging, “When staging a home... 39 percent of respondents stated that staging a home increased the dollar value of the home between 1 and 10 percent.” De-Cluttering, … [Read more...] about Preparing Your Home to Sell
Why Communication is Essential in the Real Estate Process
We’ve all heard the saying, “No news is good news,” right? Well, not necessarily in the real estate process. While not hearing anything could be deemed as everything is moving along smoothly, it could also mean there are critical dates and deadlines being missed. There should be one person at the helm of the entire escrow/transaction process and typically, that person should be your licensed real estate professional. A lot of companies will enlist the help of a licensed transaction coordinator … [Read more...] about Why Communication is Essential in the Real Estate Process
Winter Doesn’t Always Mean a Cold Real Estate Market
And just like that, 2018 is coming to an end. I always enjoy this time of year because it allows us to reflect on the past and look toward future endeavors. For you, buying or selling a home might be one of your coming aspirations. I often get the question; “Blake, it’s December, is now a good time to sell, or should I wait until Spring?” It’s a valid question, and the answer is not so black and white. There are many factors to examine, and each seller has individual needs and … [Read more...] about Winter Doesn’t Always Mean a Cold Real Estate Market
Considering Real Estate Investments
Love Flagstaff? Already own a house? Have you thought of buying another? Driving around Flagstaff, it’s hard to not notice all the building and improvements happening in all parts of town. The Standard, The Hub, Switzer Mesa, Timber Sky and many more. Residential real estate in Flagstaff has jumped 38 percent since 2015. The average sales price of a home in the City of Flagstaff is $439,200. Forecasters predict continued, albeit slower, growth – at least until 2022. Our temperate climate, … [Read more...] about Considering Real Estate Investments
Understanding the Uncertain Home Seller
Hello, Flagstaff! As the home-selling season heats up, many homeowners begin considering the question: Is this the right time to sell, and if so, how can a realtor help me? Here are the four key advantages owners gain when hiring a real estate professional. Market Knowledge A local real estate agent has in-depth knowledge on current market trends. Real estate agents are tuned in to the industry economics. As such, your realtor is happy to provide accurate up-to-date … [Read more...] about Understanding the Uncertain Home Seller
What is Your Real Estate Love Language?
Love languages. We all have them. The definition of a “love language” is the way we most often express our love to others (or feel loved by others). Real estate is such an emotional and personal experience for buyers (whether a first-time buyer or seasoned investor), that we can talk about “falling in love” with a special piece of real estate. Each buyer has his or her own real estate love language. The key is for your realtor to figure out your love language and find properties that tug on your … [Read more...] about What is Your Real Estate Love Language?
Marketing is the Key to Selling Property
The days of putting a sign in front and waiting for someone to drive by are long gone. With the digital age upon us, now, more than ever, to get the best price at the right time takes a marketing plan. Many of the new buyers in Flagstaff are now coming from California, Arizona, Nevada and abroad. I am sure you have seen an abundance of out of state license plates in the area. These buyers tend to be about ready to retire, retired, relocating or young people with internet jobs that can live … [Read more...] about Marketing is the Key to Selling Property