The way that you decorate your home can affect your feelings and moods.

In Feng Shui, colors are believed to represent the five elements: Fire, Earth, Metal, Water and Wood. Each color is also believed to have either peaceful (Yin) or invigorating (Yang) energy: the idea is to use both to create balance.

Red (Fire/Yang) is the color of good fortune. It is the color of passion and confidence. It is believed to help you attract recognition in your career.

Green (Wood/Yin) is a refreshing color choice. It is both calming and nourishing.

Orange (Fire/Yang) is thought to strengthen concentration and increase creativity.

Blue (Water/Yin? Is healing color. This is the most relaxing color.

Bright Yellow (Fire/Yang) brings happiness and improves communication: however too much can cause anxiety. Pale yellow(Earth/Yang) helps create stability.

Tan/Beige (Earth/Yang) promotes neatness, while Brown (Wood/Yang) is thought to make you more hard-working.

Silver (Metal/Yin) is the color of the trustworthy and romantic. White (Metal/Yang) brings clarity and efficiency, especially when paired with another Metal, like silver or gold.

Black(Water/Yin) brings abundance, especially when paired with Metals.

So when getting your homes ready for sale remember these colors. Be aware of the very important feng shui energy triangle when selling a home. The energy in the kitchen, the bathroom, and the bedroom are of the most important. Take a look at the front door!

 

 

Jennifer Morales: 910-237-3411


Email : onlinehomes4you@gmail.com

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20 Tips For Selling Your Home            

 

As a homeowner, you can play an important part in the timely sale of your property. When you take the following steps, you'll help the Morales Team sell your home faster, at the best possible price.

 

1. Make the most of that First Impression- A well-manicured lawn, neatly trimmed shrubs and a clutter-free porch welcome prospects. So does a freshly painted, or at least freshly scrubbed, front door. If its autumn, rake the leaves. If it's winter, shovel the walkways. The fewer obstacles between prospects and the true appeal of your home, the better.

 

1. Invest a Few Hours for Future Dividends- Here's your chance to clean up in real estate. Clean up in the living room, the bathroom, the kitchen. If your woodwork is scuffed or the paint is fading, consider some minor redecoration. Fresh wallpaper adds charm and value to your property. Prospects would rather to see how great your home really looks than to hear how great it could look, "with a little work".

 

1. Check faucets and Bulbs- Dripping water rattles the nerves, and discolored sinks suggests faulty or worn-out plumbing. Burned out bulbs leave prospects in the dark. Don't let little problems detract from what's right with your home.

 

1. Don't Shut Out a Sale- If cabinets or closet doors stick in your home, you can be sure they will also stick in a prospect's mind. Don't try to explain away sticky situations when you can easily plane them away. A little effort on your part can smooth the way toward a closing.

 

1. Think Safety- Homeowners learn to live with all kinds of self-set booby traps: roller skates on the stairs, festooned extension cords, slippery throw rugs and low hanging overhead lights. Make your residence as non-perilous as possible for uninitiated visitors.

 

1. Make Room for Space- Remember, potential buyers are looking for more than just comfortable living space. They're looking for storage space, too. Make sure your attic and basement are clean and free of unnecessary items.

 

1. Consider Your Closets- The better organized a closet, the larger it appears. Now's the time to box up those unwanted clothes and donate them to charity.

 

1. Make Your Bathrooms Sparkle- Bathrooms sell homes, so let them shine. Check and repair damaged or unsightly caulking in the tubs and showers. For added allure, display your best towels, mats, and shower curtains.

 

1. Create Dream Bedrooms- Wake up prospects to the cozy comforts of your bedrooms. For a spacious look, get rid of excess furniture. Colorful bedspreads and fresh curtains are a must.

 

1. Open up in the Daytime- Let the sun shine in! Pull back your curtains and drapes so prospects can see how bright and cheery your home is.

 

1. Lighten up at Night- Turn on the excitement by turning on all your lights, both inside and outside, when showing your home in the evening. Lights add color and warmth, and make prospects fell welcome.

 

1. Avoid Crowd Scenes- Potential buyers often feel like intruders when they enter a home filled with people. Rather then giving your house attention it deserves, they're likely to hurry though. Keep the company present to a minimum.

 

1. Watch Your Pets- Dogs and cats are great companions, but not when you're showing your home. Pets have a talent for getting underfoot. So do everybody a favor: Keep Kitty and Spot outside, or at least out of the way.

 

1. Think Volume- Rock-and-roll will never die. But it might kill a real estate transaction. When it's time to show your home, it's time to turn down the stereo or TV.

 

1. Relax- Be friendly, but don't try to force conversation. Prospects want to view your home with a minimum of distraction.

 

1. Don't Apologize- No matter how humble your abode, never apologize for its short comings. If a prospect volunteers a derogatory comment about your home's appearance, let the Morales Team handle the situation.

 

1. Keep a Low Profile- Nobody knows your home as well as you do. But the Morales Team knows buyers- what they need and what they want. The Morales Team will have an easier time articulating the virtues of your home if you stay in the background.

 

1. Don't Turn Your Home into a Second-Hand Store- When prospects come to view your home, don't distract then with offers to sell those furnishings you no longer need. You may lose the biggest sale of all.

 

1. Defer to Experience- When prospects want to talk price, terms, or other real estate matters, let them speak to an expert- The Morales Team.

 

1. Help Your Agent- The Morales Team will have an easier time selling your home if  showings are scheduled through the office. You'll appreciate the results!

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Dogs.  You either love them ... or not. 

When you are selling your home - you don't want to lose a potential Buyer - or even risk that a Realtor won't show the home because they or their clients are afraid of dogs, have aversions to them, don't like the way they shed, etc.

Here are a few things "not to do" if you own a dog:

Don't ask your Realtor to add "Dog Friendly" to the MLS description.  To some Real estate agents, that translates to, "Don't show this home." No one wants to deal with a dog they don't know, nor do they want to control the dog; and buyers are afraid that the dog will bite because they remember the last article in the paper they read: "pit bull mauls child" even though the family reports the dog never harmed anyone.  Also, as cute as your dog is, do not add photos of the dog to the MLS listing. 

Don't assume your home "doesn't smell like dog".  If you're a dog owner, go with knowing that there are dog odors even if you can't smell anything. It happens - people get used to smells and often, don't even know "they" smell. Clean your home - everyday! Place dog toys, crates, pillows, etc., outside away from view; vacuum daily and leave apple cider or lavender smelling scents out that absorb odors.

Don't forget the backyard.  Nothing discourages potential buyer faster than stepping in dog poop or seeing a backyard laced with droppings. Clean up the back yard everyday and make sure the grass is trimmed back so people can see what they are stepping on.


Don't opt to be home during property showings.  Legally, you have to disclose there is a dog in the home.  You'll get calls from agents that come right out and ask, "What about the dog - my clients don't like dogs?"  So, you decide to just stay home during the showing to help out.  DON'T.  If you are able to stay home, take your dog for a walk during the showing.  Staying home is a sure way for Buyers to rush through your home and make them feel awkward about looking through your closets, etc.

Don't leave your dog running free if you are at work all day.  I've had this happen and the Buyers wouldn't set one foot in the house.  Unless you can come home and quickly remove or contain your dog, it's better to ask a neighbor to dog sit, crate your dog, etc. 

Here's hoping these few tips will help successfully show and sell your home!

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Selling your home during the holidays might seem overwhelming! But don't let it. The holidays are a time of joy and togetherness. They can also be a time of stress.

Trying to sell your home during the holiday season can seem overwhelming. But it doesn't have to be.

Many real estate experts believe taking your home off the market during the Christmas season is a mistake - your house definitely won't sell off the market. Your job is simple - let your Realtor do the work. Leave in the morning, go to work, go shopping, and trust your Realtor to take care of things.

Typically, I advise clients to minimize their décor during the Christmas holidays; however, your décor can be a strong selling point. Homes often look their best during the holidays; it is never more warm and inviting. Buyers quickly feel at home in the holiday atmosphere.

When you are expecting a showing, go through your home turn on all the lights to bring out the cheer and comfort of your home. Put that wreath on your front door to welcome all who enter with the smell of evergreen. Add to this the holiday smells of spiced cider simmering on the stove or maybe even some freshly-baked gingerbread cookies.

So, if you're trying to sell a house during the holidays, relax, anyone house hunting during the holidays must have a good reason for doing so.  It doesn't have to add stress to your life.

So Deck the halls!!!! Relax-and let your agent go to work!!!!!

For all your real estate needs or questions, call me at 910-237-3411 or visit our website at www.OnlineHomes4you.com

 

  

 

Does your home have more than its share of dust bunnies? Do you have a "noticeable" kitty litter box and closets whose contents tumble toward your feet when opened? If you are planning to sell your home, please don't be offended by your real estate agent's suggestions about what you should do to prepare your home for the market.

One of the major challenges that sellers face is keeping their home in top showing condition while it is on the market. Many sellers have difficulty incorporating this necessity into their already busy lives. In such situations we strongly recommend that you get professional help.

If you already have a cleaning person, you may want to increase the cleaning frequency. Remember that not all buyers want to use their imagination to visualize a well-kept home. They usually react emotionally to exactly what they see, rather than to the possibilities that your home represents. If your home looks like it will require a lot of work, buyers may elect to keep looking.

For most sellers, the goal is to get the home sold as quickly as possible, and for the best price. Hiring a professional cleaner can pay high dividends.

 

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Prospective buyers may react to the way a home smells. Cigarette smoke, strong disinfectants, insecticides, kitty litter, and french fries have all been known to dampen the enthusiasm of buyers who might otherwise respond positively to a house that would meet their needs.

Be sure that your home passes the sniff test when it is on the market. Many people have a particular reaction to smoke and pet odors, so consider a temporary smoking ban inside your home while it is on the market. If you have a cat box, be meticulous about cleaning it. If your new puppy has ruined a chair, replace the stained chair with a spot-free one.

There are cleaning services which specialize in stain and odor removal. They may suggest carpet steaming and other techniques to remove the offensive smell. Even if buyers are themselves smokers or have pets of their own, they will react differently to the same odors lingering in a home they are considering. www.onlinehomes4you.com