February’s Checklist

It’s February and here is this months Checklist! ATTIC VISITORS The first thing you can check off on your February home checklist is to inspect your attic, since it’s often something that doesn’t get done at all. You will want to make sure you’re doing it at least once a year. Get up there, take a look to see if there’s any signs of leaks. With the colder weather, it’s common that rodents are looking for warmer places to live. Make sure you check the insulation for any holes that may have been burrowed in there and also for any droppings. CLEAN IT OUT! February’s also great month to clean out your fridge or freezer. Since it’s so cold outside, you can take the food out of them and put it outside while you give them a good wipe-down. You’ll also want to pull the fridge out and vacuum any dust, dirt, and pet fur that may have accumulated under the fridge and on the radiator. PLAN FOR SUCCESS If you’re planning on doing any landscaping this year, now is a great time to start planning. If you’re hiring a professional to do it, get them in to give you a quote because they will very quickly be booking up. FOR SALE? Also, if you are thinking of selling your home this spring or summer, now is the time to get in contact with your Realtor. Together you can gather a list of things you can be working on over the coming weeks, so you’re not leaving it till the last minute. There you have it, enjoy it and let it sink in. We have lots more helpful tips you can check out on our YouTube channel.

Unfinished Basements

Hey guys, welcome back to #KTQuickTips where we give you our tips and tricks to buying and selling real estate. Today we have tips for those of you that have an unfinished basement. Generally, unfinished basements are very dark, dirty, and overall just very uninviting. These tips will help you still make this space wow buyers when they visit your home. STEP 1 Clean and then paint the floors. Painting the basement floors will help keep the dust down as well as screaming that the home owners go the extra mile to care for the home. STEP 2 Whether or not somebody ventures into your basement begins in their first impression.  Make sure that all lights are working and turned on, paint the walls white and the stairs grey.  This clean look will encourage people to venture down without contemplating having to get their shoes. STEP 3 GET ORGANIZED! Gather all of your boxes and any items you store in the basement, tuck them away to one side just away from the wall so people don’t think you’re hiding foundation cracks or leaks. Thanks for reading. If you have a question, shoot us a DM on Instagram @kormendytrott Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and like us on Facebook for regular updates!

3 Marketing Tips to Selling Your Home

Marketing, Marketing, Marketing …. Did you know that 90% of buyers begin their search online? Online marketing is crucial. Facebook and Instagram are many people’s go-to sites for searching anything. That includes neighborhoods and homes for sale.  These platforms’ targeted advertising capabilities are unbelievably effective at connecting our properties for sale with serious, prospective buyers.  Traditional marketing no longer cuts it, make sure your Realtor is on top of this. Ok, now you have that online buyers’ interest, it’s time to invite them to your open house. (Yes, open houses still work). If you have been successful marketing your home online, the second opportunity that you have to connect with a buyer is when they visit your home.  Using in-home marketing, properly lighting your home, keeping it clean and show-ready is key. In-home marketing such as table-top and floor stands can create the same experience one would experience in a builder’s model home.  It’s also a great opportunity to showcase features and build value in upgrades that could easily be overlooked. Lastly, you’ll want to create a professional looking property brochure.  Having something of high-quality, something tangible that buyers can take with them is key to ensuring your home is memorable, among the 5 other homes a buyer views in a given day.  With a nice brochure, it leaves a lasting impression and is likely something a buyer will hold onto to read and show to friends and family later. There you have it, three great ways to market your home to today’s buyer.  Get your online presence rocking with social media, run effective open houses, and wow them with your in-home marketing. Use these ideas and it’ll be sure to bring you great results. Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel, so you can check out other videos but you can check out this one below! And you can hit us up on social media, @kormendytrott, or you can call us any time at 1-800-617-0090. Till next time!