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Wednesday, 02 June 2010
In order to get the highest price in the shortest time, you need to know how to market your home. The better you market your home, the more offers you will get. And the more offers you get, the more choices you have to get the price and terms you want.
The most important factor of marketing your home is pricing it right. Your price should be adjusted to reflect the market, and the property's worth. The key is to get many people checking out your property at a fair price instead of having no buyers because your price is set too high.
Another important factor is the condition of your home. Make sure that your home looks ready to be sold. Fix any defects (peeling or faded paint, cracks, stains, etc.) Condition alone can sometimes prompt fast buying decisions. Not only should you fix any defects, but consider upgrading your home by making major repairs and cosmetic improvements before selling. A nice looking home triggers the emotional response that can lead to a financial response.
Learn how to negotiate the best terms for all parties involved. Terms are another factor which may be adjusted to attract buyers. If you insist on getting your asking price, think of what you can offer to the buyers, for example, improvements you've made, or even offering seller financing at a lower than market interest rate on a portion of the sale price. Convince them why they should be paying the price you have set.
Lastly, get the buzz out about your home. List your house with a hot agent that ensures your house is listed on the MLS and on the Internet. On your own, get the word out. It should be visible to passerby’s that your house if for sale, whether it be signs, local advertisements or you telling friends, family, and acquaintances.
Friday, 23 April 2010
Saturday 4/24 from 2:00 – 4:00
   
1752 E. 60th Pl., Tulsa, OK 74105
Great for entertaining, huge open floor plan. Great room with fireplace. Huge sunroom. Totally remodeled. Corian counters, stained concrete floors, newer appliances. Updated bathrooms. Nice in-ground pool w/ deck. Privacy fenced. Must see!
Tuesday, 22 December 2009
Fabulous Oakwold/Bolewood Neighborhood
4123 S. Victor Ct., Tulsa, OK
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Thursday, 20 August 2009
When you stage a room as a bedroom, a headboard is always a good idea. It makes a big statement. Although they make a big impression, headboards can be very costly so, try to be creative and work with what you have.
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For example, you can use a piece of art on top of the bed. It will look great, especially if it’s the same width as the bed itself.
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Wallpaper is one of my favorites when it comes to staging a bedroom. Use it to create an accent wall (usually where the bed is located). That way, the entire wall becomes the headboard and it gives an amazing visual interest to the room.
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If your bed is located under a window, try to use that window, include it in your design. Frame it with drapes or curtains so it looks wider.
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If your bedroom is large enough, be creative and hang bookshelves on both side of the window. That will make a big statement in the room and it will become the main focus. Bookshelves on each side of the bed can be a great storage solution as well.
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You can make a headboard that suits your style with almost nothing: plywood, batting, fabric, a few staples and you’re done!
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A nice way to showcase your bed is to add a screen behind it. Again, use your imagination, think outside the box.
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You can make a mirror framed with decorative molding. This is sure to bring the WOW factor to your house! But if this solution seems a little too bold, forget about the mirror and use fabric instead. This will be as delightful to look at!
For a symmetrical look (especially in the master bedroom), use two side lamps or two sconces. During an open house, with the lights on, your headboard will be showcased just like art in a gallery.
See…just a hint of imagination and Voilà!
Good luck!
Virginie Gill
Certified Staging Expert
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Tuesday, 30 June 2009
We are all well aware that today’s buyers are looking for spacious Tulsa homes with big and airy rooms. So, what can you do to make your small rooms feel bigger?
Here are a few tips:
· Wall color is crucial. Choose a light color, such as beige, cream, taupe or light green. After all, staging doesn’t have to mean boring!
Also, by painting the farthest wall from the entry way one or two shades darker, it will become an accent wall and your room will appear bigger and deeper. It will naturally attract the buyers’ eyes. (This works especially for living rooms).
· Open the window curtains and roll up the blinds to maximize the natural light.
· Use mirrors (one or two maximum in the same room) to reflect light, as well as shiny objects like candle holders, vases and other accessories.
· If you have dark floors like hardwoods, try a big white rug to soften up the feel of the room. It helps define a sitting area for example and opens up an entire space.
· Use fresh cut flowers, like sunflowers.
· For bedrooms, choose white bedding so it won’t overpower the entire room.
Each of these solutions should help to make your rooms feel bigger, and in turn, make a great impression!
Staging tip of the week:
When you remove heavy furniture, it usually leaves dents on the carpet.
Easy fix: take an ice cube and let it melt on the dents. Once melted, use a scrubbing brush and…Voilà!!
Good luck!
Virginie Gill, Certified Staging Expert
Owner of Voila Design
Friday, 26 June 2009
CNN is saying the housing market could get a lot worse because of another wave of foreclosures set to hit the Tulsa real estate market. An avalanche of subprime mortgages are set to hit the market in the next 18 to 24 months.
As these mortgages reset to a higher interest rate along with higher unemployment, it is likely to cause a surge in mortgages going to default. Currently in the U.S., one in ten homes is either in foreclosure or behind in payments. The new numbers could be even more staggering.
Economists warn this could cause housing prices to decline up to 20% more before the market rebounds. Currently losses from the housing bust totaled $3.6 trillion at the end of 2008. Lawrence Yun the chief economist with the National Association of Realtors® estimates losses will likely approach $5 trillion by the time the crisis ends.
If you are facing a financial hardship with either decreased income, higher expenses or job loss, call me. Foreclosure doesn’t have to be your only option. I recently became a Certified Distressed Property Expert, or CDPE, and can help you or anyone you know avoid foreclosure by using a short sale. We can negotiate with the lender to take a reduced payment, pay our commissions, and avoid the damage of a foreclosure on your credit score.
I know the Tulsa Real Estate market and job markets are tough out there. Let us help you or your friends if they are struggling.
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