Kristina Miller, Realtor

Ah, the joys of summer — when the days are long, flowers are in bloom, and backyards become a haven for relaxation and outdoor fun ... and sometimes uninvited guests. 🦟

Don't worry, I've got you covered with these four tips to reclaim your outdoor space and keep those pesky insects at bay.

Swipe → to learn how you can keep your outdoor oasis bug-free this summer.

Just saying... 👻

One of the biggest fears sellers have, is that when a buyer gets their home inspected, something will be discovered that kills the sale. By having a pre-listing home inspection done before going on the market, you can get ahead of issues a buyer might find during an inspection, and reduce the likelihood that the sale will fall through.

Regardless of how long you’ve lived in your home or how old it is, there could be unknown issues that you are unaware of, and learning about them before you list could end up saving you thousands.

Having a pre-listing inspection done also gives you an opportunity to collect cost estimates for repairs, and determine whether or not you want to pay to have large repairs done proactively before listing, or lower the price.

Some other advantages to a pre-listing home inspection are:

✔️ Discover property conditions before a buyer walks through the door
✔️ Fix problems and display receipts showing what repairs have been made
✔️ Disclose any and all known defects with the home
✔️ Help prevent buyers from subtracting thousands for what may be a hundred dollars worth of repairs
✔️ Shop contractors to find the best price for repairs
✔️ Set your listing apart from the others
✔️ Demonstrate your motivation and strengthen your market position

If you're thinking of selling and want to know what I can do to help you get top dollar, message me and let's chat! I'd be happy to send you a FREE copy of my Seller's Guide!

Every year around this time, many homeowners wonder if they should keep their properties on the market or take them off, or if they haven't listed their homes yet if they should wait until after the holidays, or even the spring to put their homes on the market.

If you're wondering whether or not you should wait until the holidays are over to sell, I've outlined a few reasons why you should consider listing your home NOW, rather than waiting until next year:

• People that are looking at this time of year are usually serious buyers
• There is generally much less inventory during this time of year so you have less competition
• Homes are very cozy during the holidays
• There are always people relocating to the area
• Increasing interest rates could decrease buyer demand in 2023. With interest rates on the rise, homeownership is becoming less affordable. So it's likely that fewer buyers will be in the market for a home.

If you're thinking of selling, send me a message. I would love to grab coffee and discuss how I employ evidence-based marketing strategies to sell your home quickly and efficiently, no matter the time of year.

We all love a good cup of Starbucks, but there's something magical about the local cafe that roasts their own signature beans with the baristas who specialize in perfectly engineered espressos. ☕

My favorite, local coffee shop in the area is Tell-Tale Coffee Co!

Tell me your favorite local coffee spot I should know about! I'm always looking for new places to meet up with clients.