I have invented a word that I use in talking to buyers. The word is "Funkify" - it's when a homeowner customizes the house in a way that works for them but makes it harder to use for anyone else. I showed a house Saturday where a seller took their master bedroom and added a master bath but ... » Learn More about Why Sellers “Funkify” Their Homes
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Moving with Children: Tips for Helping the Transition
Moving is stressful for those of us that move by ourselves and it is stressful for kids too. I was talking with someone this week who reminded me of some sage advice I think is relevant for people who are planning on moving with children. She said that the best advice she could give is when you ... » Learn More about Moving with Children: Tips for Helping the Transition
“How Not to Set Fire to Your House”
Growing up my mom hated when we would burn candles. She would have flashbacks to a kitchen fire that occurred when she was a child. There were candles burning in the kitchen and it caused their kitchen cabinets to catch on fire. No one was injured but it did a lot of damage to their kitchen. ... » Learn More about “How Not to Set Fire to Your House”
Does Location, Location, Location matter to Buyers?
Hi this is Amy Shair. I’ve been out showing buyers some properties recently, and I wonder if buyers are forgetting about something...Location, location, location. You know buyers are talking about getting the best price, they're talking about getting the best looking house in terms of curb ... » Learn More about Does Location, Location, Location matter to Buyers?
Is the Kitchen Upgrade Worth it? Top 3 Things Buyers Look For in a Kitchen
Hi this is Amy Shair at www.AmyShair.com, when I show property I get asked all the time how much it’s going to cost to upgrade a kitchen. So I thought I would take a couple of minutes and go through the breakdown of the top things buyers are looking for and the average cost of the kitchen ... » Learn More about Is the Kitchen Upgrade Worth it? Top 3 Things Buyers Look For in a Kitchen
