Making Good Neighbors
Living next door to someone doesn’t make you a neighbor. It makes you the stranger next door! One of the great opportunities we have in our communities is the chance to build real, meaningful relationships with the people who live closest to us.
While I understand the desire for privacy, I think it’s important we realize that regular, helpful ...
Posted by Phillip Stables
on June 11, 2013
Clutter driving you nuts? Did you move in with someone only to find you have
duplicates of everything from headboards to can openers? Here are 7 tips to help you
make the most out of small spaces:
1. Weed out the extras.
A yard sale will alleviate some clutter and a trip to the local
Goodwill even more. A good rule of thumb: Anything you haven
ʼt needed in a year can
go.
2. ...
Posted by Phillip Stables
on June 5, 2013
Handy Tax Deduction App: Milebug
Spend much time in your car for business? That's a rhetorical question for most real estate agents I know. Agents are some of the most mobile people I know. The miles can really add up, and when it comes tax time it’s important to get that accurate deduction! If you’ve recently completed your own taxes and have vowed not to let mileage slip away ...
Posted by Phillip Stables
on May 16, 2013
Tips for Choosing a Reputable Remodeling Contractor
With the number of foreclosed or bank-owned properties floating around out there, I often speak with folks who are preparing to embark on a renovation project.
Unfortunately, with a rise in remodeling comes a flood of disreputable contractors looking to cash in. I do my best to protect people by providing referrals to reputable ...
Posted by Phillip Stables
on May 3, 2013
These Selling Tips Help Adjust Buyer (and Seller!) Mindsets
Selling your home soon? It can be hard for sellers to come up with the details that make their home unique and appealing to buyers, especially since they’ve decided to move up or move on.
I like to offer these three selling perspectives that help encourage sellers to see their home in a particularly favorable light. Ask ...
Posted by Phillip Stables
on April 17, 2013
Why a Pre-Sale Home Inspection is Good Protection
Yes, it’s true-- your buyers are going to have to pay for an inspection, so why should you? The truth is, there are many good reasons to spring for your own home inspection before listing your home. Here’s why:
Ignorance isn’t a good defense. Many sellers are afraid they’ll discover defects they’ll ...
Posted by Phillip Stables
on April 8, 2013
Pinteresting Ways to Inspire Your Home Ownership Dream
What’s with Pinterest? Is it just one more social network you don’t have time for, or could it be a powerful, fun tool in your life? When it comes to the dream of home ownership, many of my clients have found it super helpful.
Here are X ways my clients and friends have been using this rapidly growing ...
Posted by Phillip Stables
on April 2, 2013
Q: Do I need to hire a real estate agent to represent me when I buy a new home from a builder?
A: Legally, no. But if you don’t, you might be missing out on some tangible benefits that impact your wallet and how much you get for your money.
There are many reasons why an agent is a sound investment during the purchase process with a builder. While some of them can be quite ...
Posted by Phillip Stables
on March 13, 2013
Stumped as to which home upgrades make sense? Interested in renovations for value, but you’re unsure what to tackle? I have a few simple guidelines I use to help clients narrow their scope and focus on the right choices.
Question #1: How long will you live in your house?
If you’re hunkering down for the next decade or two, don’t hesitate to do what you would ...
Posted by Phillip Stables
on March 4, 2013
What is the definition of a quality client relationship? Philosophically speaking, I believe you must be someone who gives freely, someone who builds life-long bonds by enriching the lives of people with whom you have rapport.
In my experience as an agent, there have been five essential approaches that have helped me maintain and extend long-term connections with my clients:
1. ...
Posted by Phillip Stables
on February 18, 2013