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Staging your Kitchen to SELL in Nashville TN

Staging Your Kitchen
Staging Your Kitchen to SELL

 

We’ve all heard it a million times….Kitchens Sell Homes!!!  So today I’m going to give you some insight on what really needs to be done to your kitchen before I list your home!  In today’s Nashville Real Estate market, homes are selling quickly, but, you still only have one chance to make a 1st impression on your home buyer.  In our home, our kitchen is the soul, meaning we cook everyday, run our dishwasher everyday, use a ton of plates, cups, utensils, and appliances.  BUT, you don’t want your home buyer to see all of that!  As Always CLEAN AND DE-CLUTTER!!

 

DRAWERS
Empty out your drawers and remove all the grime and crumbs that happen from life.  I like to empty out the drawers and use a vacuum to get all the small stuff and then wipe down.  Some clean kitchen liners and organizational pieces add a nice touch.  Those few items that only get used 2 times a year, either go ahead and pack up, or toss.  Less is more.  You never want your buyer to think you don’t have enough storage/drawer space. If you really want to spruce up the drawers, add some nice hardware to them, this is an easy affordable DIY that adds a lot of value. Remember you don’t want anything too unique or different, just something that matches the rest of your decor.

 

CABINETS

Cabinets are very similar to drawers with the idea of de-cluttering, cleaning, lining, and sprucing up with hardware.  Those plastic kids cups you’ve been collecting can go, and the holiday dishes can go ahead and be packed.  Have all of your dishware, mugs, bowls, etc. in their own spot, nicely lined and organized.  Remember, the more you can get rid of now, the less you have to pack and move and the nicer they will appear.  That area above the cabinets to the ceiling is not supposed to be storage.  It shouldn’t have more than a couple of decorative items, and don’t forget to dust and clean that area too.

 

OVEN and STOVE

Get a good pair of rubber gloves and a cleaning product and clean out the oven.  I’ve found some elbow grease does wonders on our stove to remove all the extra “stuff”.  After you get it ready to shine, pick up an oven liner.  I found ours @ our local Bed Bath and Beyond.  They fit in the bottom of your oven and catch-all of the drippings.  These also make it so much easier to clean the next time because you can just toss and replace the liner. If you have a flat glass top surface a razor blade will help to remove all the dried up oil, food, and grime. Then my favorite product for our stove is Soft Scrub. If you have stove with electric coil burners, replace the metal inserts.  These are cheap and much easier than trying to get them clean.

 

FRIDGE

Same concept with the CLEANING!  Take everything out of your fridge wipe down all the drawers and shelving.  Show the real potential your fridge and freezer have. Unfortunately, the kids art, magnets, schedules, and pictures need to be removed also.   The top of your fridge should not be a storage area for food or anything else.  Remove everything from the top and clean and wipe down.

 

COUNTERS

The end goal with your counters is extremely minimal.  If you have granite, then you want to show it off, not the toaster oven.  Even if you don’t love your countertops you still want your home buyer to see their full potential so go ahead and remove as much off of them as you can. Try to aim for 1 small appliance on the counter, of course, this is relative to the size of your kitchen, but most of the time it’s a good goal.  This could be your coffee pot, Keurig, or microwave, but not all of them.  A couple of accessories, new kitchen towels, a pretty soap dispenser, small plant, or a cookbook is a creative way of showing off your kitchen and still showing how wonderful your countertops are!

 

SINK

If you haven’t changed out your kitchen faucet, it is a great and easy DIY project that will upgrade and add value.  Running a cleaning solution through your garbage disposal removes any unwanted odors. My favorite is a little baking soda and a couple of slices of lemon. Make sure your sink is empty and clean and wipe down the inside of the sink basin before it shows.

 

DISHWASHER

Wipe down the exterior and around the buttons to remove grime and dirt.  Unload your dishwasher so it is empty and clean. You want to show the space, not last nights spaghetti.

 

FLOORS

Scrub those babies clean!  Take a weekend to pull out the larger appliances and vacuum underneath.  If you have tile, clean your grout with a vinegar solution or use a “re-painting Grout” product.  Replace your kitchen rug and keep it stowed away and clean so you can put it out when your home is going to be shown.

 

If you really need to add value and up grade consider:

New Lighting

Re-facing or replacing Cabinet doors

Adding a Backsplash

Re-facing or replacing Countertops

 

Make this as easy as you can on yourself.  Get your kitchen nice and clean and then keep a large tote on hand.  When its time for your home to show, collect things that shouldn’t be out, put out your fresh rug and new towels.  Empty your trash and wipe down countertops.

YOUR KITCHEN WILL SPARKLE!!

 

If you are thinking about selling your home, let me come over and I will help you get READY.

As Always, thank you for your continued support, referrals, and taking time to read my Blog!

 

Thanks,

Adam Killgore

The Doug Austin Team

Benchmark Realty

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Buying a Home in Nashville is Cheaper than Renting!!

 

The Real Estate Housing Market in Nashville is a great investment.

Here are some interesting FACTS***

 

The average 2-3 bedroom home in Nashville is around $200,000, and with the interest rates on home loans as low as 2.8% on a 15 year loan, your mortgage payment could be as low as half of what you are paying in rent.

 

The average family renting, in and around Nashville TN, is dumping on average from $1,500/ month up to $5,000/month.

That could potentially be $60,000 for one year of rent which would make for a great down payment on your OWN home!!

 

When you are a homeowner, you also get tax perks.  Each year, homeowners can deduct mortgage interest and property taxes from their income.

 

Not only does owning a home bring more value to you as an individual, it is one of the safest investments available.  Experts believe that home prices will continue to rise for the next few years and are predicting Nashville TN to grow by 1 million more people in the next 20 years. On average, Nashville property values are believed to increase by 11%-18% in just the next 3 years. That is a great return on your investment.  As Nashville continues to grow and develop, it will also raise the value of not only Nashville properties, but for the surrounding counties of Middle Tennessee.  I have seen this in the last 15 years of real estate, especially in areas of Brentwood, Nolensville, Franklin, Arrington, Murfreesboro, and Mount Juliet TN.

 

This is the time to BUY your home in Middle Tennessee.  The 1st step in finding your dream home is finding a realtor to help guide you!  I’m here to help you and make sure you’re taken care of.  Call me today and I will walk you through this exciting experience of becoming a homeowner.

If you know anyone looking to buy or sell a home in Middle Tennessee, send them my way, I promise I will make sure they are in great hands.

 

Thank you,

Adam Killgore

The Doug Austin Team

Benchmark Realty, LLC

c:615-429-0597

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1st Time Home Buyers guide! Understanding the Loan Process in Nashville TN

The 1st step in buying your dream home is getting the mortgage and financing process started.

 

If you are new to home financing, you may be a little confused by some of the common terms that are used in the process. These common terms will help simplify getting your home loan and ensure you understand what stage you are at and what comes next.

 

Getting A Loan

 

Pre-Qualification: This is a term that means you have been provided an estimate of what sort of loan you can expect to obtain based on your credit score and what’s currently available. It doesn’t guarantee you a loan or any loan terms.

 

Pre-Approval: This means that you have actually applied for a mortgage and the loan has been approved. Your approval is usually good for a certain time period during which you are guaranteed the terms of the loan.

 

Locked In: This is a term that means you have been promised a certain interest rate for a certain time period, usually 30 days.

 

Basics Of Loans

 

Principal: This is the amount that is owed on the loan, the actual amount financed excluding interest.

 

Interest Rate: This is the amount of interest, expressed as a percentage, that you will be paying on your loan.

 

APR (Annual Percentage Rate): Often confused with the interest rate, the APR is actually the yearly cost of financing the loan amount.

 

Term: This is the length of time over which the loan will be repaid.

 

Amortization: Paying off a large loan (mortgage) over a specified period of time.

 

Points: This is an amount of money that a buyer can choose to pay to the lender in order to get a lower interest rate. A point equals one percent of the loan amount. This is usually paid at closing in order to get a lower rate.

 

Completing The Process

 

Closing: ,This is the point at which the loan is complete and the terms become active. At closing everything will be signed and completed.

 

Closing Costs: Fees and other costs that must be paid at the time the loan closes in order to make the terms active.

 

Loan Funding: This is the time at which the lender actual provides the funds requested in the loan.

 

These are some of the most common terms you will hear as you go through the process of obtaining a mortgage. Be sure to talk to your broker or loan officer if you have any questions regarding these or any other terms you come across; this will ensure you feel in control of the process and are entering your mortgage agreement with full understanding of the terms.  My Team and I have honorable and trustworthy Brokers that would love to help you!

Please email, call or text me today and I will send you a list of admirable local Middle Tennessee Brokers.

 

Thanks,

Adam Killgore

Benchmark Realty

Doug Austin Team

615.429.0597

Adam@ReloNashville.com

www.ReloNashville.com

 

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Fall is a great time to sell in Middle Tennessee

fall-image-for-website-2016Let us help you sell your home and Fall into your next home!  Call me today!

Adam Killgore

The Doug Austin Team

Benchmark Realty, LLC

615.429.0597

License # 295615

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Selling your Middle Tennessee Property is my Top Priority

Your property my priority

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Selling your property will always be my top priority!  Let me show you how quickly, easy, and stress free I can make this process.  I’m ready…are YOU??

 

Adam Killgore

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Documents needed to start your Loan Application for a Mortgage in Nashville TN

documents for loan processYou want to find your DREAM home?  The best place to start is by getting pre-approved for your home mortgage loan. The Nashville market is booming and by getting pre approved you will be in a much better place for negotiaton.  Nashville sellers are looking for the strongest offers and don’t want to wait for a buyer to get financing.

 

 

 

 

To get a pre approval you will need the following documents

Driver License

Current Paycheck Stubs

Bank Statement

2 Previous Years of Tax Returns

W2’s and or 1099’s

 

This is it, its so EASY!!!  By providing these documents your Mortgage Broker will be able to let you know what your pre approved for.

Get your Mortgage process started TODAY!!! So I can find your New HOME!

 

If you are ready to find out what you are approved for get in touch with one of my preffered lenders.

I have a list of lenders I can share with you, email me @ adamkillgore@gmail.com

 

 

 

Thanks,

Adam Killgore

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Why you need Adam Killgore as your Nashville Realtor

Nashville Home SellingMore Exposure:

Adam Killgore as your realtor is a Bonus because he is an expert @ marketing.  He has all the networking relationships already developed to be able to get your home in front of buyers.  Listing a home with Adam Killgore automatically puts your property on a huge number of websites, in front of 1000’s of other agents and draws attention to your property immediately.

 

Pricing Correctly:

Realtors have access to your local market comparisons that are always changing. They can guide you with what your home is worth and help you price it competitively to get top dollar and sell quickly.

 

Getting your Nashville Home Ready:

One of the most valuable things your realtor can offer is helping you know how to get your home ready to be on the market.  You want your home to show beautifully as soon as it hits the market.  I will point out small cosmetic changes, de-cluttering, painting, staging, and what things will be highly effective to get you the most money for your home.

 

The Paperwork:

So many documents go into the selling process from appraisals, financing, inspections, contracts, and not to mention the negotiating.  Let me as a Professional guide you through these documents and reduce the stress.

 

Homes that are listed with a Realtor sell for an average of 40k more and much faster.  List your home with me, Adam Killgore, you wont regret it!

 

 

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