Clayton & Clayton Realtors Real Estate Blog - Information for Home Sellers

Believe It Or Not, The Holidays Can Be A Great Time To Sell Your Home

According to a real estate agent in New Jersey, the holidays are a great time to sell your home as long as you start early enough in the year.

Many people love having a warm, cozy home during these cold months, but it is almost impossible to accomplish this without plenty of space. The good news is that sellers have more options than ever before, and they may be able to turn their property into cash if they choose the right buyer at just the right time.

This year, more people are embracing the idea of selling their homes during the holidays, especially since they have an excellent opportunity to list at the right time and price. December is one of the most popular months for home sales. People want to maximize their investment and move into…

68 Views, 0 Comments

A Room by Room Guide To Staging Your Home

There is evidence that staging a property for sale can improve the final sale price by as much as seven percent. So it's well worth your time to review each area and decide what modifications need to be made. You must highlight your home's positive features while downplaying its negative ones to attract buyers. Here is some detailed information on home staging. Begin With The Outside First
Make your home stand out when potential buyers pull up to the curb. Depending on the nature of the improvement, it may be possible to complete it in a weekend and save money by using your own time and effort instead. Here are a few ideas:
To clean the siding, roof, fascia, and gutters of your home, it is…

174 Views, 0 Comments

5 Ways To Maximize Profit On Your Biggest Investment...Your Home!

You've worked hard on your home and are determined to make it profitable. The main issue that many homeowners have is figuring out how to maximize profit on their homes.

1. Time Your Sale

If you want to get the highest possible profit, then you need to time your sale correctly. The best time of year varies depending on the season. You may think you must wait for the summer or spring to sell your house. However, it would be best to look at your area's average month. If most homes sell during this time, it's a great indicator that it is a good time for you to make a move.

2. Get the Highest Possible Price

It would be best if you also looked into getting the highest possible price whenever you're able to sell your house. This is a little trickier than…

164 Views, 0 Comments

How Pumpkin Spice Lattes and Home Values Are Connected

Having access to a good cup of coffee is more important than ever, and pumpkin spice lattes are an even bigger reason to visit a coffee shop at this time of the year. What does all of this have to do with home values? There’s more to it than you realize.

Consider the Demand for Coffee

Did you know there are more than 19,000 Starbucks locations around the world? This $15 billion company is well recognized as a must-have, especially on the daily route to and from work. For home buyers, buying a home that’s close to a Starbucks actually could be very important, and for home sellers, being close to one could raise your home value.

Don’t think that it’s true? A study by Quartz showed that, in fact, it is! They looked at the…

146 Views, 0 Comments

Is It Too Late to Sell My Home In 2022?

As 2022 enters the final few months, you may be wondering about making your move now to sell a home. "Can I still sell my home?" "Should I sell in 2022 or wait until the spring market of 2023?"

In every situation, this is a personal decision. If now is the right time for you and your family to move, there's no reason not to enter the market by listing. Some sellers, though, have flexibility and want to ensure they are selling at the ideal time when they can get the best price for their home or the fastest offer.

Let's take a closer look at the market and overall conditions to get a better idea if now is the right time to sell.

What’s to Come in the Mortgage Market

There is no doubt we are entering a bit of a period of…

201 Views, 0 Comments

Leaving Money on the Table - How to Price Your Home

If you want to sell your home in the coming months, you'll be wondering about pricing your home correctly. Setting your home price fairly has a major impact on how fast your home sells. In some cases, it will make or break a sale. There's no overestimating the importance of this step when setting your house up for sale, especially now that the real estate market is beginning to show signs of slowing down after the rollercoaster of the pandemic years. 

It's no secret that home sellers have enjoyed seller's market conditions for a good couple of years now. A severe imbalance in the supply and demand of housing led to surging home prices. Home sellers in in-demand areas didn't have to think too much about pricing their homes correctly, with…

193 Views, 0 Comments

Buying or Selling in the Next 12 Months: What You Need to Know Today

There are many different reasons you might be thinking about selling your home. Perhaps you want to downsize (or upsize), perhaps you want to take advantage of the market, or maybe you need to move to another area of the country for your company. Regardless of the reasons, there are many things to consider before you speak with a real estate agent.

You probably already have a good grasp of how the home-buying process goes since you've done it at least once before. But if this is your first time selling a home, there’s plenty more to learn. Even if you have sold a home in the past, the market is always changing. 

If you're thinking about buying a home within the next year, or buying a home after you sell your current one there are a few…

72 Views, 0 Comments

Why Does Marketing Matter in a Seller’s Market?

If you plan to sell your home, put that plan into action now. The U.S. has seldom seen such an astonishing seller's market, fueled by a combination of historically low inventory and historically high demand. This perfect storm of circumstances means that one in four homeowners will consider going up to $100,000 over budget just to snag a desirable residence, in many cases without even viewing that residence first.

With all these jaw-dropping transactions going on, you might ask, "Why do I even need an agent to market my home for me?" As it turns out, seller's markets present their own share of challenges, not just for buyers but also for sellers. Let's look at the importance of marketing your home in a seller's market, along with some of the smart,…

162 Views, 0 Comments

Just Closed - 574 Harbor Road - Idyllic Waterfront Living

574 Harbor Road, Brick , New Jersey 

Dreaming about idyllic waterfront living where you can moor your pride and joy between adventures exploring the local waterways? This stunning home boasts 96ft of water frontage with a private dock, a boat lift and a channel right off the back with deeper water ready for the boating enthusiast. The layout spans 4,530 sq ft with the current owner undertaking an extensive renovation, down to the studs, in 2006 and completing a contemporary 1,460 sq ft addition to create this luxurious residence. A den and a formal dining room sit alongside the foyer with the open layout drawing you through to the large sunken living room with a fireplace. The kitchen is a chef's dream with an island and quality appliances along…

118 Views, 0 Comments

Pro Tips: Boosting Curb Appeal for Faster Home Sale

There’s a saying that we shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. However, when it comes to our homes and their exteriors, it’s hard to look past chipped wall paint, missing shingles, and broken fences, regardless of whether you’re house hunting or just taking a stroll around the neighborhood. Homes tell a story about the people who live in them, and keeping your exteriors in tip-top shape is just as important as focusing on the interiors. If you happen to be preparing your home for sale and are searching for ways to increase your property value, these six useful tips will ensure you boost your home’s curb appeal and grab the attention of any prospective buyer.

Create a welcoming front porch

As soon as your potential buyers pull up to the house,…

1118 Views, 0 Comments