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Pricing Your Home to Sell 

What is the big deal about pricing your home right to sell? As a home seller, you may be thinking, “Wow, this market is great. There are so many buyers looking for homes they’ll pay anything! I’ll just mark my price up and see what offer I get.”

Unfortunately, this kind of thinking backfires. Even though buyers are looking for homes, they are pretty savvy and know what homes are selling for. Also, their real estate agent will be checking comparable homes to see what your home should be listed for and how your home compares to other homes on the market.

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11 Summer Fun Activities Within An Easy Drive of Lancaster County

One thing that is so great about living in Lancaster County is that you are a short drive to fun attractions in neighboring counties! There are so many places to visit you could fill up every weekend trying something new. Some of these are my favorites, while others are on my bucket list. I would love to know your favorites!

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Is A Multi-Generational Home Right for You?

Multi-generational living is on the rise. It’s not unusual for grandparents, parents, and children to live under the same roof. But is multi-generational living right for you? Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of living in the same home with several generations of one family.

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The Housing Market is Heating Up!

This year’s housing market is off to a great start! Buyers and Sellers, are you curious to know the latest housing stats? Let’s take a look at what’s happening both locally and nationally with housing. 

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Renovating Your Home to Sell

You’re preparing to sell your home and wondering which projects will get you the best return on investment! Renovation Sells Lancaster helps sellers throughout our area to get their homes ready to sell, from large projects to small projects. Owner, Chris Walton, shares some of the most common renovations homeowners request. He reviews which ones he feels are the best renovations for resale and how he works with a homeowner’s budget.

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11 Steps to Buying Your First Home

Owning a home is a priority for many people and part of the American Dream. If you are preparing to buy your first home, check out these eleven steps to guide you through the process from start to finish!

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5 Ways To Buy & Sell A Home At The Same Time Using Your Current Equity

You are ready to upgrade to that dream home! Whatever your dream home is, you have one problem! You need the money, or equity, in your current home to purchase your next home and you can’t carry two mortgages. How do you tap into that equity so you can buy your dream home? There are several options, depending upon your situation. 

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Receiving Offers On Your Home

You got your home ready, worked with your realtor for amazing marketing, and put your home up for sale. Showings are occurring and offers are starting to come in. That’s when the fun begins! But, it can also be a little stressful when you’re reviewing multiple offers. There are many different terms to be considered on each offer, not just what the offer price is. The terms are just as important, and sometimes more important, than the offer amount. 

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5 Factors for Your Home Value

What is your home worth? You may have heard it called your home value, your market value, or a comparative market analysis. Basically, all of these refer to what your home would be worth if it was listed on the market today. It is an estimate of how much your home would sell for, or how much a buyer would pay for it today. Find out the factors that will determine your home value here.

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Spooky House Tour

I’m not superstitious and not one to think often about the paranormal, but there are times I feel ill at ease and feel the hair stand up on the back of my neck. I’ve had a handful of times where I, or my clients, have definitely experienced something spooky. Here are three happenings to put you in the Halloween mood!

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7 Don’ts for Buying a New Construction Home

With limited inventory for pre-existing homes, some buyers are turning to new construction. A new home could be exactly what you’re looking for and has many benefits. What could be better than brand new! Here are some things you may not have thought of. Don’t be caught unaware when you are considering new construction.

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7 Secrets to Sell Your Home Fast!

You want to sell your home fast… and for the most money! You may be upgrading to a bigger home, relocating to a new location, or even downsizing for retirement. Whatever the case, once you’ve made the decision to sell, you want the best outcome! Here are seven secrets to get your home sold fast and for the most money.

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5 Tips to Decorating Your Porch, Patio, or Deck

You can turn a boring porch, patio, or deck into an entertainment area where everyone wants to gather. Forget plain concrete or decking and bag chairs. Turn your outdoor area into a comfy space with colorful seating, lush plants, twinkling lights, and fire features. Check out these tips to help you turn your boring space into ohhh-la-la!

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