5 Remodeling Upgrades You Should Avoid When Selling Your Home

6/4/2018

If you’re thinking about an FSBO and are considering renovations, take caution: not all upgrades are created equal. In terms of increasing your home’s value, not all remodels yield positive results. In fact, some may be downright detrimental. To help you determine where your hard work will actually pay off, Home Avenue has put together this list of remodels to avoid. Before you go knocking down walls and ripping up …

Strategies for Showing Your For Sale Home

5/21/2018

When it comes time to sell your home, you’ll want to engage as many potential buyers as possible. Dozens of interested parties may visit your home for a showing, but only a few will actually make an offer. At Home Avenue, we know the selling process can often be difficult. That’s why we encourage homeowners to stage an atmosphere that invites the sale. How can you impress potential buyers so …

How to Make Home Appraisals Work to Your Favor

5/14/2018

When it comes time to sell your home, you’ll need an appraisal to determine its value. You’ll want your home to be valued as high as possible, so you’ll need to focus on improving its most valuable features. To get your home ready for an appraisal, there are several things you need to do. Home Avenue has put together a helpful list of actionable tips to help you get the …

For Sale By Owner: Weighing the Pros and Cons

5/7/2018

When selling your home, you have two options: use a real estate agent, or sell it by yourself. Selling a home ‘for sale by owner’ (FSBO) may seem appealing, but it can be more difficult than you might realize. However, choosing to sell your home this way does have some distinct advantages. To help you in your decision-making process, Home Avenue has put together a list of the pros and …

How to Master the Art of Real Estate Negotiation

4/23/2018

In the current real estate market, it is important to understand the art of real estate negotiation. Home Avenue has experienced realtors on staff who know the art of negotiation. Our agents will have your best interests in mind when they assist you in your real estate negotiations. Look to us to get your best deal and save you money with our flat rates. Why It Is Important to Negotiate …

Flat Fee Rates: Affordable, NOT Cheap

4/16/2018

The affordable way to sell fast, NOT the cheapest way to list your house. It is a way to control the budget and make selling your home more affordable. The services you get with Home Avenue are clearly outlined, and your sale is fully supported through the process. Flat Rate Vs. Commission Let’s look at a $300,000 house. The nationwide average commission is 6%. That means $18,000 comes off the …

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2018 Real Estate: Sluggish Start, But Not for Long.

4/9/2018

While the first quarter of 2018 in real estate started out on a sluggish note, the outlook is good for the remainder of the year. Home Avenue has experienced agents on staff to help you take advantage of the upcoming real estate trend. The outlook is good for real estate in the Minneapolis area and we are ready to move forward with you. Let our agents help get you the …

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2018 Real Estate Report: It’s a Buyer’s Market

3/19/2018

If you’re looking to buy a house in the Twin Cities metro or anywhere in Minnesota, 2018 could be your year. Although the housing market saw a rise in mid-2017, the market is now leveling off. What this means for home buyers is that prices should drop. Over the last few months, Zillow has reported a price reduction in at least 20 percent of all homes in the area. Home …

5 Ways to Improve Your Home’s Curb Appeal

3/12/2018

When it comes to selling your home, the first impression is always the most important. It may only take a few minutes for a potential home buyer to decide if your house is the one. First impressions always start at the curb. What do buyers see from the street? It is here that you need to begin sprucing up your property. Below, we provide five tips on how to improve …