Staging presents all of the possibilities of a home rather than a glimpse into the lives of the people who are trying to sell it. Let me state up front that I am a fan of using a staging company for most listings. Whether you decide to go with a professional staging company or do […]
Determining Your Home’s Listing Price
If you are considering selling your home, the primary question in your mind is likely, “What can I get for it?” Well wonder no more. As a licensed REALTOR®, I can help you pinpoint your listing price by (1) understanding your goals, (2) touring and reviewing your home, and (3) preparing a Competitive Market Analysis […]
8 Tips for Getting the Highest Appraisal Possible for Your Home
Many sellers want to know what, if anything, they can do to ensure that their home appraises for the highest value possible in the current market. Sure they have a terrific offer on the table, but what if the appraised value of the home does not meet the offer price? Will the buyer be able […]
Is Now the Time to Sell in Portland, OR?
In December 2014, the Portland housing market experienced the lowest housing inventory it had seen in about eight years. A “healthy” housing market typically has 6 months’ inventory available to buyers. At the time, Portland had about 2.3 months’ inventory. Low inventory drives up prices and competition among buyers. Many sellers were surprised by the […]