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Selling Your Home

Sellers: Watch out for These 8 Easy-To-Make Listing Mistakes
Posted by Justin McGarry on Thursday, July 19, 2018 at 12:20 PM By Justin McGarry / July 19, 2018 Comment

Sellers: Did you know that there are eight simple things you can do to sabotage your home sale? During a recent Facebook Live interview, I shared a countdown of things so that you don’t fall for these easy-to-make mistakes. There are actually many more ways you can compromise your listing success, but today we’ll be examining just a few of the most common pitfalls. For convenience’s sake, I’ve provided timestamps below so you can skip around to the sections in the video above that interest you most:

2:01 - Mistake No. 8: Ego.

3:55 - Mistake No. 7: Ignoring maintenance issues.

5:18 - Mistake No. 6: Ignoring the backyard.

5:43 - Mistake No. 5: Neglecting to declutter.

6:25 - Mistake No. 4: Refusing to make obvious repairs.

6:59 - Mistake No. 3: Using lousy...

Tips To Save Energy And Add Value
Posted by Lonnie Bush on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at 12:15 PM By Lonnie Bush / March 23, 2016 Comment

When it comes to energy efficiency, look for smart features and expertise to help you save energy and money and add value to your home.

1. Begin with a Right-Sized Home.

If the home you buy is simply too large for you or your family’s needs or plans, you stand a good chance of wasting energy through excessive heating and cooling costs. If it’s too small, you’ll feel cramped and uncomfortable. It’s a big investment, so seek balance and buy it “right” from the outset. 

2. Purchase Energy Star Appliances Such as Your TV, Dishwasher, Washer and Dryer, and Microwave.

And especially the refrigerator, as it alone contributes about 10 percent of the energy use in a home. Also, unplug electronics not in use or turn off power strips to avoid phantom charges. 

3. Install Efficient Lighting Such as Compact Fluorescent (CLF) or LED Bulbs in Every Fixture.

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