Can Pests Affect Your Property’s Worth?

When it comes buying and selling homes, people talk about many factors that can affect prices but most of them are just typical market related indicators. Aside from the market condition, selling season, and location of your property, there are many internal factors that may hamper the overall value and worth of your real estate property. Pest problem and infestation is one of the biggest issues that can either prevent the sale of a real estate property or force you to sale for much less than it should worth. One of the major reasons as to why pest issue hampers the sale is because buyers tend to look for homes they can live comfortably in. That is not quite possible when there are bugs and rodents roaming around. Moreover, most pests actually cause damage to the aesthetics as well as the foundation of the property, and it is something that can easily be detected during an inspection. There is simply no way you can keep pest issue a secret from smart buyers. The only buyers who might buy your pest infested property are likely to be flippers, who are known for buying for less than a property’s actual worth. So, if you know you have a pest problem, don’t go on hoping that it won’t affect your sale. Make sure you have eradicated the issue before you put your property on sale and open doors for visitors and buyers. For more information on how you can enhance your property to get the best rates, get in touch with our real estate experts.

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Keeping the Kitchen Clean and Mildew Free

As real estate experts, we always advise buyers and sellers to focus on the kitchen and its cleanliness. As a seller, the condition of your kitchen can play a vital role in determining the overall value of your property. Even we don’t advise buyers to buy real estate property that doesn’t have a kitchen worth looking at. In fact, we always suggest a deeper look to make sure the kitchen is free of underlying issues that will cause trouble later. This includes formation of mildew and mold. It may take a few months for the issue to become visible, but smart buyers will always look for early signs and indications. That is why smart sellers always make sure the kitchen is free of such problems to begin with. If you plan to sell your home in the near future, you too should try your best to make sure the moisture does not dampen the deal for you. Here are a few tips to make sure your home is free of such problems. Repair Leakages as Soon as Possible Mold is caused by moisture and there is hardly a way to avoid that in the kitchen, but it is completely in your control to make sure water doesn’t accumulate or remain at one place for too long. The first thing to do is to repair leaking pipes as soon as the defect occurs. Wipe Floors and Walls after Cleaning If you clean the kitchen floor and walls with water, be sure to use a dry cloth or mop to remove as much moisture as possible. Allow Proper Ventilation Fresh air and sunlight don’t let the mold grow, and can play a key role in keeping the kitchen dry and moisture free. Remove Carpets and Rugs Carpets and rugs absorb moisture and can expedite the process of mold and mildew formation. Keep your kitchen carpet free or use exclusive plastic/rubber mats made for kitchens. And if your kitchen has already fallen victim to the green monster, you should consider a complete repair and remodeling.

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Will Kitchen Remodeling Affect Your Home Value?

When selling a home, you want to get the best possible price for your property. While the external factors such as market performance and buyer’s interest matter a lot, there are several internal factors that impact the value of your home. Among all these factors, kitchen remodeling takes the biggest piece of the cake. Believe it or not, most home buyers focus a lot on the kitchen. Families or individuals, people want their kitchen to be a place where they can prepare food as well as enjoy other activities without any trouble. So, for anyone who is wondering if kitchen remodeling is a good idea, he or she is probably right. However, when done for the sake of getting a good price for your property, kitchen remodeling can get a little tricky. Instead of focusing on what you would want in your kitchen, focus on what will impress and interest the masses in general. Be very careful of the amount you are spending on the project, as it can only add so much value to your property. As real estate agents who have helped plenty of homeowners prepare their homes for sale, we know that it is easy to get overwhelmed with the whole remodeling idea and expense. We have been helping our clients make better decisions to ensure a positive ROI. You can read our previous post about remodeling on a budget, or you can get in touch with one of our consultants for more personalized advice.

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