on Feb 29th, 2012Signs of Spring in Fishers Indiana
It’s the last day of February, and already daffodils feel brave enough to begin to bloom – a sure sign spring is just around the corner in Fishers, Indiana!
on Feb 20th, 2012Selling Your Hamilton County Home – Paint Your Way to Perfection!
We’re excited to have a guest blogger – Hamilton County home staging expert Sarah Coudret! I asked Sarah how important a fresh coat of paint is when preparing a home for sale. Here’s what she had to say:
Will you be selling your Hamilton County home this spring? If so, it’s time to get busy! The days of simply placing a sign in your front yard are long gone! Todayʼs real estate market remains challenging. Buyers have a large inventory of homes to choose from, and as a result, they can afford to be picky. Applying a fresh coat of paint is one of the most inexpensive yet most impactful ways to improve the appearance of your Hamilton County home. Hereʼs why:
BUYERS SHOP WITH THEIR EYES…
…. and they start their home search online. Your internet photos must impress and excite them in order to get them in your front door. Neutral colors create a sense of warmth and livability. Rooms will seem larger, brighter, cleaner and more functional. “Move in ready” is often on the top of potential buyerʼs wish list!
LETʼS FACE IT – IT REALLY IS A BEAUTY CONTEST…
… and the most attractive homes win. A fresh coat of neutral paint throughout your home is well worth your time and investment. Sherwin Williams Kilim Beige is a great color choice. It is a true beige, without any yellow or pink undertones. I recommend using this color throughout the entire home to create a more spacious, “open” feel . Be sure to bring in a little color with some well appointed accessories. Each room should have a sense of “wow” factor to create some excitement!
FALSE STARTS SET YOU BACK….
… and in this housing market you donʼt have time to waste! You simply cannot afford to wait for negative feedback. Your goal is to minimize time on the market and maximize the value of your home. A fresh coat of paint will absolutely give you an edge over your competition!
Sarah Coudret is one of Hamilton County’s top home staging experts. She specializes in partnering with real estate agents and their sellers to develop staging strategies with the overall goal of minimizing time on the market and maximizing the value of the home. Sarah and her husband and their two teenage children have lived in the Fishers area for 20 years. You can reach her at 317.752.1109 or scoudret@comcast.net.
on Feb 15th, 2012The Time is Right for Buying Fishers Indiana Real Estate
According to a report by the National Association of REALTOR®s, the right time to buy Fishers Indiana real estate is… Now! Interest rates are expected to remain historically low throughout 2012, while home prices stabilize and sales increase. Inventory, on the other hand, is expected to remain high for the year, giving buyers plenty of fantastic Fishers homes to choose from. All these factors add up to this: 2012 is a great time to buy Fishers real estate.
And while you’re searching for that perfect Fishers home, keep these tips in mind:
Be realistic. No home has absolutely everything on your wish list. Know the difference between features you MUST have, and features you’d really LIKE to have.
Be imaginative. Paint, wall color, carpet and even countertops can be easily changed. Don’t discount a home with features you love just because you hate the wedgewood blue walls.
Be strong. If you need a private home office, keep looking until you find a home that has one. It’s out there!
Be smart. Order a home inspection. Always.
Be forward thinking. A home is a long-term commitment. Will you like the location, neighborhood, floor plan, and schools five years from now? If not, reconsider.
The time is right for buying Fishers real estate. Be prepared, and you really can find the home of dreams!
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on Feb 8th, 2012Share Your Hoosier Love with the World and Win!
Last week’s amazing Super Bowl festivities proved that Central Indiana is a great place to live, work and play! But hosting a world class sporting event isn’t the only reason to love living in Central Indy. Great schools, affordable living, friendly neighbors… the list goes on. If you’re proud to be a Hoosier, here’s your chance to tell the world why AND to win some money. The Metropolitan Indianapolis Board of REALTOR®s is hosting a Hoosier Love video contest. Central Indy residents are encouraged to submit 90-second videos highlighting what they love about living here. Weekly prizes of $500 will be awarded, with a grand prize of $5000 to the creator of the winning video. The contest ends February 21, so hurry and share your Hoosier Love!
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on Feb 2nd, 2012Indianapolis Super Bowl – Super Cars on Display in Hamilton County
Indy Super Cars are on display now through Super Bowl Sunday at locations around Hamilton County and the Indianapolis area! The Fishers Train Station is home to the Cincinnati Bengals Super Car. Other Hamilton County Super Cars sites include Hamilton Town Center (Buffalo Bills), Conner Prairie ( Chicago Bears) and Clay Terrace (Tampa Bay Buccaneers). Click here to find out where your favorite team’s Indy Super Car is located and to get all the latest Super Bowl XLVI information!
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