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9 Pine Street | $334,999

Upgrades That Impress Buyers

Typically when doing a renovation, the cost of renovation does not add the same value to the property. There are a few upgrades that most people will not do because they are tedious but they do add the value of the cost to the house.

1. Crown Moulding: When buyers walk into a house that has crown moulding, it adds prestige to the house. Some types of crown moulding can be pricey, but it definitely increases value in all other aspects of the house.

2. Custom Closets: I rarely have seen custom closets in a house. When I do the impression Read More

Selling Your House Online

If you haven’t heard by now the Internet is a pretty big thing. While some people still believe that open houses and newspaper articles are still relevant to selling houses, this is in the minority now.

Any exposure is exposure, so these old methods that Real Estate agents use, can still sell a house, its just putting money into resources that can be put to better use.

Here are some key things to make sure your Real Estate agent is incorporating into your online marketing plan:

1. Social Media: This is the biggie in the last few years. Does your agent have any social media skills, Read More

Jimmy The Renovator: Spring Cleaning to Sell

Taking Care of Stainless Steel

To keep your stainless steel bright and clean, I suggest using a light mist of wax-based aerosol spray once or twice a week. Don’t put on too much — you don’t want to soak the surface and make it greasy. Wipe the mist with a clean, lint-free cloth, and never use oils to keep away fingerprints — lint will stick to the oil. Also, don’t use cleaners with bleach after you’ve put on the waxy layer, or it will dry out and lose some of the luster. And finally, don’t use Read More