WENATCHEE REAL ESTATE BLOG

When you start looking for a home, it’s important to consider factors outside the home that can enhance or detract from your lifestyle. Here are some things to consider: * Is there a playground, pool or park nearby? Are the fees affordable? * How close is the home to a hospital, police or fire de...

For most people, buying a home represents one of the largest purchases they’ll ever make. Here are some factors to consider before you start shopping for your next home: * How much money you want to spend. * What type of home you would like. * Where you want to live. * When you want to move. * Ho...

The secret to minimizing stress when you move into your next home is to make a checklist of all essential activities that need to be addressed before, during and after your move. Here are some of the items that should be on your list: * Reserve a moving van or make a reservation with professional...

With some planning and preparation, moving to a new home can actually be fun. Here are some practical ideas to simplify the process before the moving van arrives: * Have your kids pack a "special box" with favorite toys or other things they want to have as soon as you arrive at your new home. * P...

It’s no secret that the Internet has become a readily accessible source of real estate information and a powerful marketing tool. In fact, an increasing number of prospective buyers now start their home search online, reviewing listings to help them decide which properties they want to see in per...

Like everyone else, home buyers want to feel that they are getting the most for their money when they purchase a home. No matter how large or small your home actually is, there are some easy ways to make it feel more spacious and appear larger to prospective buyers. Here are a few ideas: * Only k...

The Internet has made significant changes in the way people find information about buying and selling homes. In fact, a Realtor.com survey confirmed that 80% of today’s home buyers begin their home search online. With so much real estate information readily accessible, it’s more important than ev...

What’s the first thing you notice when you walk into a home? Most people know within the first couple of minutes if it feels like home… or if it doesn’t. And people who fall in love with your home when they first walk in are much more likely to buy it at a fair price. Here are some helpful ways t...

Did you know that every dollar you spend in home repairs today can help increase your profit when you decide to sell? One of the best ways to maximize your selling price is to make needed repairs before your house goes on the market. Most buyers tend to overestimate the cost of repairs and may us...

One of the most common questions posed by prospective home buyers concerns the difference between a property inspection and a property appraisal. During an inspection, a qualified professional assesses the systems and structural integrity of the property. Obtaining an inspection is usually a cond...