10 Ways to Make Your Home More Pinterest Worthy
1. Put Weathered Wood to Work
Reclaimed wood walls are hot and can create the perfect accent wall!
2. Take Mason Jars to the Next Level
Mason jars are one of the best storage options around! Turn them into a space-saving solution as well by attaching the lids to the underside of kitchen cabinets, filling the jars with dry goods, then screwing the jar onto the lid.
3. Give Pallets New Purpose
Wood pallets are one of those rare, readily available and free (seriously, what’s not to like about free?!) castoffs that can be up cycled into so many useful items.
Outdoor Furniture:
http://www.hgtv.com/design/outdoor-design/outdoor-spaces/how-to-make-stylish-outdoor-pallet-seating
4. Show Your Stripes
From traditional ticking to bold bands of color, stripes are one of those patterns that work in any style of room — from preppy to ultra-mod. DIY the look with painter’s tape and two similar paint shades or create a fun focal wall with wallpaper.
5. Make a Statement With Lighting
The right fixture puts the finishing touch on any room and is the cherry on top of an awesome room! To really kick up the drama and highlight a dramatic fixture check out the different styles of light fixtures.
http://www.hgtv.com/remodel/interior-remodel/types-of-light-fixtures-pictures
6. DIY Pallet Coffee Cup Holder
The wooden pallets can be transformed in so many interesting projects. If you are a coffee lover, then you can try to make this coffee cup holder and display your favorite cups.
7. Barn Doors
Barn Doors are all the rage! You’ll love this rustic touch!
https://www.thisoldhouse.com/how-to/how-to-build-sliding-barn-door
8. Custom Pallet Art
This custom pallet art will surely stand out in your home!
9. Mason Jar Candles
Use bright colors to create a cluster of jars, accented with candles and pebbles.
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10. Makeover Your Patio
Give your patio a makeover with these fantastic ideas! String lights add a beautiful ambiance to enjoy company by the fire.
http://www.brooklynlimestone.com/2016/08/extend-your-patio-into-fall30.html
10 Things Sellers Wish They Knew To Keep More Money in Their Pocket
1. Want to Sell Quickly? Price it Just Under the Market
It’s very important to make your home compelling to buyers. If you’re looking for a quick sale, price your home just a hair under market value. The longer a home is on the market, the least likely the seller is going to get fair market value for their home.
2. Spend Time Prepping Your Home
Sellers should spend at least 2 weeks getting the home ready by de-cluttering, making small repairs, and getting the home photo ready. Make sure to deep clean from top to bottom and hide all personal items in the bathrooms, including trashcans.
3. Make Your Home Look and Smell Good
When selling your home, it should always be showcase ready! Homes that are messy, beds un-made, and family photos all over the walls make it hard for buyers to visualize themselves living there.
4. De-personalize
One of the most important things when selling your home is to de-personalize. This also goes with number 2 and 3 in our list. It’s a great idea to get rid of a third of your “stuff” and/or put it in storage. A few things to consider are family photos, personal keepsakes and memorabilia.
5. Don’t Over-upgrade
Quick fixes always pay off, but huge makeovers may not get you the return that you think. Instead, do the upgrades like a fresh coat of paint, replace door handles and cabinet hardware, make sure closet doors are on track, and your grout is clean.
6. Half-Empty Closets
Storage space is one of the top requests from buyers that we work with. Take half of your stuff out of the closets to create a larger look!
7. Curb Appeal
First impressions are everything! Buyers judge your home on their first impression before they even walk through the door! Some exterior ideas are buying some inexpensive shrubs and colorful flowers and keeping your entry area clear of clutter.
8. Hiring the Right Listing Agent
A good listing agent’s expertise will certainly be worth it and they may even make you more money on the transaction even with their commission. The wrong listing agent can cripple a deal. Make sure they are an area expert and ask them about how they will market your home.
9. Prioritize the Kitchen
You are not selling your home; you are selling your kitchen! The fastest and most inexpensive updates to your kitchen include painting the walls, cabinets and installing new cabinet hardware.
10. List All Year Long
Unlike other cities in around the country, it’s always a good time to list a home in Arizona because of the superb weather year round. Many sellers think that only Spring/Summer is best for listing their home and miss out on potential opportunities by waiting.
10 Things Buyers Should AVOID When Buying a Home
1. Not Educating Yourself on the Buying Process
One of the best tips we can give to anyone who’s buying a house for the first time is to get educated on the steps to buying a home. Too many first-time homebuyers are jumping into the housing market before knowing what they are getting into. Team Evolution has a full-time Client Education Specialist ready to teach you the whole process so you’re educated before going out to view homes!
2. Not Having the Right Real Estate Team in Place
As a homebuyer, it’s important you assemble the perfect group consisting of the right real estate team, mortgage lender, and home inspector. A single agent that has to wear many hats can’t possibly deliver the highest quality service to their clients when trying to multi-task. A well-rounded team is specialized in their specific roles to give you the best experience possible!
3. Overextending Your Budget
4. Finding the House Before the Location
One thing that buyers should try not to settle on is location. You may get the home you want, but be completely unhappy with where you live. Consider things like schools, crime rates, and commute times when determining what location you’d like to live in.
5. Don’t Shop Without Your Pre-Qual
It’s extremely important to talk with a trusted lender before going out to view homes. They will assess your credit and give you a target price range. The worst thing you can do to yourself is view a home you love before getting pre-approved and then find out it’s not available when you are finally ready!
6. Don’t Make a Major Purchase
When buying a home, it’s not a good idea to make any major purchases such as the brand new car you’d love to see in your new garage! If you add new debt that affects your debt to income ratio, it may hurt your home qualification. It’s always a better idea to wait until after your new home closes to go shopping.
7. Lowballing Instead of Negotiating Realistically
Lowball offers run the risk of being rejected or lengthening the process and annoying the sellers. It’s always a good idea to look at the last 90 days of comparable sales to get a target range of what is a realistic offer.
8. Always Looking for a Better Deal
Many homebuyers will drive themselves up the wall trying to always find a “better deal”. The market is always changing, but it’s tough to predict what will happen. If you continue to hold out for the next best deal you will never find what you’re looking for and never be happy.
9. Don’t Change Jobs Unless Necessary
Lenders like to see a consistent job history. They aren’t usually as nervous if you change jobs within the same field, but it’s better to stay put until the new home is yours and then pursue job options!
10. Seeing TOO Many Homes in One Day
Many buyers get in their minds that it’s best to view every home on the market in their price range. Seeing too many homes in one day will exhaust and frustrate you and the homes will all run together. A healthy number is 3-5 homes to view in a day. Be sure to take some pictures of your own and make notes!