If you are interested, I recently came across some new information about our housing market and refinancing options. There are some good loan programs available right now. And, recent changes in the Indianapolis and Greenwood market that has recently come to pass may be of interest to you.
If you have questions about moving, building, selecting your first home or moving up to your next home, contact DAVID BRENTON’S TEAM.
When you are serious about moving… put our TEAM to work for you!
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Monday, November 12, 2007
Curb Appeal
Whether you are buying or selling, the curb appeal of a property is important to consider. If you are selling, the sale of your home can depend a great deal on whether or not it is attractive to prospective buyers. As a buyer, you may need to sell your home in the future and need to consider its appeal to future buyers.
What is curb appeal? Simply put, it is anything visible to a prospective buyer from the street that makes them want to see more of the house, making it a powerful force in attracting potential buyers to your home. But how do you ensure that your house is as attractive as possible? Here are some simple places to start:
Keep the lawn mowed and bushes trimmed.
Place planters of flowers or hanging baskets on the porch.
Keep flowerbeds weeded and freshly mulched.
Front door should be clean or freshly painted and all hardware working properly.
Consider painting your home’s exterior for a fresh look.
Give everything a good scrub: windows, patio furniture, driveway and sidewalks.
Finally, make sure they can find your house by ensuring your house numbers are visible, your mailbox is in excellent condition, and that all porch and outside lights are working properly.
Many times buyers will do a drive-by your home to get an indication of how well the home has been treated or maintained and also look at the neighborhood to see if it is acceptable to them. Having your home presented at its best on the exterior improves your chances of enticing those buyers to see the inside as well.
These are just a few ideas to get you started in preparation for selling your home. Once the home is ready to be put up for sale, it can be listed on my website, where it can get the attention of thousands of prospective buyers. I'd love to sit down and talk with you on other strategies for marketing your home.
If you have questions about moving, building, selecting your first home or moving up to your next home, contact DAVID BRENTON’S TEAM.
When you are serious about moving… put our TEAM to work for you!
What is curb appeal? Simply put, it is anything visible to a prospective buyer from the street that makes them want to see more of the house, making it a powerful force in attracting potential buyers to your home. But how do you ensure that your house is as attractive as possible? Here are some simple places to start:
Keep the lawn mowed and bushes trimmed.
Place planters of flowers or hanging baskets on the porch.
Keep flowerbeds weeded and freshly mulched.
Front door should be clean or freshly painted and all hardware working properly.
Consider painting your home’s exterior for a fresh look.
Give everything a good scrub: windows, patio furniture, driveway and sidewalks.
Finally, make sure they can find your house by ensuring your house numbers are visible, your mailbox is in excellent condition, and that all porch and outside lights are working properly.
Many times buyers will do a drive-by your home to get an indication of how well the home has been treated or maintained and also look at the neighborhood to see if it is acceptable to them. Having your home presented at its best on the exterior improves your chances of enticing those buyers to see the inside as well.
These are just a few ideas to get you started in preparation for selling your home. Once the home is ready to be put up for sale, it can be listed on my website, where it can get the attention of thousands of prospective buyers. I'd love to sit down and talk with you on other strategies for marketing your home.
If you have questions about moving, building, selecting your first home or moving up to your next home, contact DAVID BRENTON’S TEAM.
When you are serious about moving… put our TEAM to work for you!
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Guarantees Benefit Buyers & Sellers
Did you know DAVID BRENTON’S TEAM has a wealth of experience in Guaranteed Sales? Commonly known throughout the industry as buy-outs or guarantees, this program allows people who have a home to sell the option of starting to build or select their new home NOW with a GUARANTEED sale date and proceeds.
You may be wondering how this can benefit a buyer. The truth is, if you put an offer in on one of our listings through one of our buyer specialists, we will automatically consider running the guarantee numbers to see if we can intervene for a successful negotiation. Not all properties qualify for the program as we must please our investors, but we always keep it in mind! This added service has helped dozens of homeowners and home buyers come together.
For a seller, our program has no hidden fees - you know up front what your minimum net proceeds will be and all costs are explained at the initial signing of the guarantee. We ask that you complete any repairs that are evident from a professional inspection as any buyer would require.
Call our office if you would like to consider our Guaranteed Sales Program. If you have questions about moving, building, selecting your first home or moving up to your next home, contact DAVID BRENTON’S TEAM.
When you are serious about moving… put our TEAM to work for you!
You may be wondering how this can benefit a buyer. The truth is, if you put an offer in on one of our listings through one of our buyer specialists, we will automatically consider running the guarantee numbers to see if we can intervene for a successful negotiation. Not all properties qualify for the program as we must please our investors, but we always keep it in mind! This added service has helped dozens of homeowners and home buyers come together.
For a seller, our program has no hidden fees - you know up front what your minimum net proceeds will be and all costs are explained at the initial signing of the guarantee. We ask that you complete any repairs that are evident from a professional inspection as any buyer would require.
Call our office if you would like to consider our Guaranteed Sales Program. If you have questions about moving, building, selecting your first home or moving up to your next home, contact DAVID BRENTON’S TEAM.
When you are serious about moving… put our TEAM to work for you!
Saturday, November 10, 2007
Leaving Our City?
Moving to a new city can be exciting, but it can also be a trying experience. If you’re leaving our area and have questions that need answering, I can help. From finding the right broker in your new city to helping you pick a moving company that is right for you, I’ll help make your transition to a new life a smooth one.
If this move means selling the house you’re in currently, I can work to get you the best deal possible on your timetable. If you only need information on relocating to another part of the country, I’ll help there too.
Please give me a call so we can talk about this important time in your life. You may also find it worthwhile to explore my website, it has plenty of information to cover your real estate needs. I look forward to the chance to help you in any way I can.
If you have questions about moving, building, selecting your first home or moving up to your next home, contact DAVID BRENTON’S TEAM.
When you are serious about moving… put our TEAM to work for you!
If this move means selling the house you’re in currently, I can work to get you the best deal possible on your timetable. If you only need information on relocating to another part of the country, I’ll help there too.
Please give me a call so we can talk about this important time in your life. You may also find it worthwhile to explore my website, it has plenty of information to cover your real estate needs. I look forward to the chance to help you in any way I can.
If you have questions about moving, building, selecting your first home or moving up to your next home, contact DAVID BRENTON’S TEAM.
When you are serious about moving… put our TEAM to work for you!
Friday, November 9, 2007
Using the Internet to Buy Your Next Home
In today’s real estate market, a good plan of attack for buying a home can truly excel when properly combined with current Internet technology. Modern homebuyers expect on-demand home shopping, and in meeting that expectation, many realtors offer virtual tours, multiple photos of their properties and online information regarding disclosures, schools, area info, and other information to make the process as simple and complete as possible.
My website allows homebuyers to search and sort through thousands of listings to find the home that is right for them. As your agent, I can ensure that homes are available for you to view 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
My website serves as a great filter, showing you the homes that best fit your needs and bringing those properties that are most interesting to you based upon what you want your home to offer.
If you still need convincing, take a look at my website to see the kinds of resources I’ve made available. Try a property search of your own to see what potential homebuyers experience. I think you’ll be impressed with the efficiency and detail I’ve committed to my site. I’d love the chance to speak with you in person or on the phone about how I can help you find and purchase your next home
If you have questions about moving, building, selecting your first home or moving up to your next home, contact DAVID BRENTON’S TEAM.
When you are serious about moving… put our TEAM to work for you!
My website allows homebuyers to search and sort through thousands of listings to find the home that is right for them. As your agent, I can ensure that homes are available for you to view 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
My website serves as a great filter, showing you the homes that best fit your needs and bringing those properties that are most interesting to you based upon what you want your home to offer.
If you still need convincing, take a look at my website to see the kinds of resources I’ve made available. Try a property search of your own to see what potential homebuyers experience. I think you’ll be impressed with the efficiency and detail I’ve committed to my site. I’d love the chance to speak with you in person or on the phone about how I can help you find and purchase your next home
If you have questions about moving, building, selecting your first home or moving up to your next home, contact DAVID BRENTON’S TEAM.
When you are serious about moving… put our TEAM to work for you!
Thursday, November 8, 2007
A Little Maintenance Goes a Long Way
If you own a home or are planning to own a home, there are several maintenance items that should be checked periodically. It is usually best to schedule them for completion in both the spring and the fall. With most homes having central air conditioning, weatherproofing is as important in the summer as it is in the winter.
Gutters and downspouts - Check to make sure they are working properly, and that splash blocks are installed to drain away from the home. Running a hose into the gutter should enable you to look and mark leaks. Small leaks can be repaired with caulking, but major problems may require replacement.
Fireplace and flue - Repair cracks, and crumbling mortar. Check and replace gasket on woodstove if necessary. Special materials are needed for repairing surfaces that house flames, so ask your neighborhood hardware expert for details.
Siding - Inspect exterior caulking, and repair if necessary, taking care to match existing caulk as much as possible.
Storm windows and doors - Check for cracked or broken glass. Tighten or repair loose or damaged frames and repaint if necessary. Replace broken, worn, or missing hardware; tighten and lubricate door hinges and closers, and check for broken or missing glazing.
Weather-stripping - Inspect and repair stripping around windows and doors.
Hot-water heating system - Lubricate pump and motor; bleed air from radiators or convectors. For steam heating, check shut-off valve for leaks and drain lower water cut-off per manufacturer's instructions.
Forced warm-air heating system - Vacuum heat exchanger surfaces; clean and lubricate blower blades and motor; check fan belt tension and adjust if necessary.
Air Compressor and Coil - This should be free from debris and vegetation. Turn off the cooling system and power spray and trim vegetation back at least 6” from the unit. Clean the air coil inside your air handler.
Gas burner - Clean burners and ports.
Oil burner - Lubricate fan and motor bearings.
Thermostat - Clean heat sensor, contact points, and contacts; check accuracy and replace if necessary.
Garage Doors - Clean and lubricate hinges, rollers, and tracks; tighten screws.
Foundation - Check grading for proper slope away from foundation wall.
Trees - Trim back all tree limbs and vegetation away from roof, siding and foundation.
Roof - Inspect roof surface, flashing, and eaves; repair if necessary.
I hope you’ve found this list helpful. If you’re doing any repairs or preventative maintenance that requires the help of professionals, I’d be happy to give you some referrals. I’m also available to answer any of your real estate or home-owning questions. You can always find more tips for homeowners on my website!
If you have questions about moving, building, selecting your first home or moving up to your next home, contact DAVID BRENTON’S TEAM.
When you are serious about moving… put our TEAM to work for you!
Gutters and downspouts - Check to make sure they are working properly, and that splash blocks are installed to drain away from the home. Running a hose into the gutter should enable you to look and mark leaks. Small leaks can be repaired with caulking, but major problems may require replacement.
Fireplace and flue - Repair cracks, and crumbling mortar. Check and replace gasket on woodstove if necessary. Special materials are needed for repairing surfaces that house flames, so ask your neighborhood hardware expert for details.
Siding - Inspect exterior caulking, and repair if necessary, taking care to match existing caulk as much as possible.
Storm windows and doors - Check for cracked or broken glass. Tighten or repair loose or damaged frames and repaint if necessary. Replace broken, worn, or missing hardware; tighten and lubricate door hinges and closers, and check for broken or missing glazing.
Weather-stripping - Inspect and repair stripping around windows and doors.
Hot-water heating system - Lubricate pump and motor; bleed air from radiators or convectors. For steam heating, check shut-off valve for leaks and drain lower water cut-off per manufacturer's instructions.
Forced warm-air heating system - Vacuum heat exchanger surfaces; clean and lubricate blower blades and motor; check fan belt tension and adjust if necessary.
Air Compressor and Coil - This should be free from debris and vegetation. Turn off the cooling system and power spray and trim vegetation back at least 6” from the unit. Clean the air coil inside your air handler.
Gas burner - Clean burners and ports.
Oil burner - Lubricate fan and motor bearings.
Thermostat - Clean heat sensor, contact points, and contacts; check accuracy and replace if necessary.
Garage Doors - Clean and lubricate hinges, rollers, and tracks; tighten screws.
Foundation - Check grading for proper slope away from foundation wall.
Trees - Trim back all tree limbs and vegetation away from roof, siding and foundation.
Roof - Inspect roof surface, flashing, and eaves; repair if necessary.
I hope you’ve found this list helpful. If you’re doing any repairs or preventative maintenance that requires the help of professionals, I’d be happy to give you some referrals. I’m also available to answer any of your real estate or home-owning questions. You can always find more tips for homeowners on my website!
If you have questions about moving, building, selecting your first home or moving up to your next home, contact DAVID BRENTON’S TEAM.
When you are serious about moving… put our TEAM to work for you!
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Moving to a New City
It’s not easy starting out fresh in a new community. There are unfamiliar roads and routes to navigate, perhaps your children’s schools to consider, and there are always the headaches of the actual move itself. You need the assistance of someone who truly knows and understands the community and the moving process in detail. That’s why the right real estate professional should be there for you, every step of the way.
I’ve helped many individuals and families from all over the country with their relocation to our community, and I can provide the same thoughtful, reliable service to you. The most important thing is to make sure you find a home that you love in an area that fits your needs. If you’d like, I can start by sending you some basic community and school information for you to look over. Let me know specifically what you are looking for and I can begin searching for your new home in your community of interest.
You can also begin browsing available homes using the search feature on my website. It’s a nice way to get a feel for what kind of homes are for sale in different neighborhoods. My site allows you to perform very detailed searches using search fields typically reserved only for real estate agents, so it’s a great place to start.
If you have questions about moving, building, selecting your first home or moving up to your next home, contact DAVID BRENTON’S TEAM.
When you are serious about moving… put our TEAM to work for you!
I’ve helped many individuals and families from all over the country with their relocation to our community, and I can provide the same thoughtful, reliable service to you. The most important thing is to make sure you find a home that you love in an area that fits your needs. If you’d like, I can start by sending you some basic community and school information for you to look over. Let me know specifically what you are looking for and I can begin searching for your new home in your community of interest.
You can also begin browsing available homes using the search feature on my website. It’s a nice way to get a feel for what kind of homes are for sale in different neighborhoods. My site allows you to perform very detailed searches using search fields typically reserved only for real estate agents, so it’s a great place to start.
If you have questions about moving, building, selecting your first home or moving up to your next home, contact DAVID BRENTON’S TEAM.
When you are serious about moving… put our TEAM to work for you!
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