April Content 2021

April 1

How often do you imagine waking up to the smells and sounds of your brand new home?

Do you picture yourself making a fresh batch of coffee in your newly remodeled kitchen?

Or do you imagine yourself sipping coffee and taking in the views from your backyard? 🏠

Let’s chat about making your dream home a reality! ✉️

April 2

Option #1:

It’s time for April’s first Frequently Asked Friday: What is the difference between a real estate broker and a real estate agent? 🏠

✨A real estate broker is authorized to open and run his/her own agency. All real estate offices are required to have one principal broker.

✨A real estate agent has a professional license to help people buy, sell or rent housing and real estate.

Option #2:

Real Estate Broker vs. Real Estate Agent

✨RE BROKER is authorized to open and run his/her own agency. All real estate offices are required to have one principal broker.

✨RE AGENT has a professional license to help people buy, sell or rent housing and real estate.

When you hire a professional agent like ME, you’ll get the knowledge and expertise of my team and I – which includes my broker.

April 3

How are you making sure your home holds the most value with the least amount of money out of your pocket? 

⚒️Here are this month’s home maintenance tips!

Have you done any of these tasks yet?

April 4

(photo of yourself)

I go by the three C’s of life – coffee, contracts & closings. 🏠 #realestatelife

April 5

April (YOUR CITY) Market Update! 🏠

✔️ UPDATE

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The market is (DESCRIPTION).

Ready to take the next step in selling or buying? Connect with me! ✉️

April 6

You might think that the only way to win a house is by putting in the highest offer. But sometimes winning a real estate bidding way can come down to three other factors 🏠

1️⃣ Are you pre-approved for a mortgage?

A pre-approval letter states that a lender is willing to lend money up to a certain amount. By having this letter, you can show the seller that you’re a qualified and serious buyer.

2️⃣ Are you willing to go in with an all-cash offer?

Having cash on hand means that mortgage companies don’t need to get involved, and you don’t have to worry about appraisals. It shows the seller that you are ready to buy the house today.

3️⃣ Can you provide a flexible timeline?

Sometimes sellers need more or less time in the home rather than the typical 30-day closing period. If you are not in a rush to move, be flexible with your closing timeline. This can go a long way in a bidding war, especially if competing offers come in with hard deadlines.

April 7

Option#1

Double tap if you are ready to find your dream home. 🏠

Option#2

(photo at your favorite brewery)

Life is too short to drink bad beer on National Beer Day.

Tag your favorite brewery that I need to check out! 🍺

April 8

It is no secret that our surroundings can affect our mood so why not upgrade and change your routine to be happier in your home. 🏠

✨ Create a habit of routine cleaning. A clean home is not only better for your overall health and well-being, but it also has a positive impact on our mood.

✨ Designate a space for mind and body practices. There is nothing better than the sense of calmness that washes over you when you are relaxed. Find a space in your home, no matter how small, and designate it as your own private area to practice mindfulness.

✨ Reduce monthly bills with LED light bulbs. These days, we’re currently spending more time at home so you probably have your lights on more, which, therefore, is causing an increase in your energy bills. An increase in monthly bills can negatively impact the way you feel about your home.

What are some other habits or upgrades you like to do to be happier in your home? ⬇️

April 9

Frequently Asked Friday: What does a debt-to-income ratio mean? 💰

This is an important part of your overall financial health. Lenders use these ratios to help determine the risk associated with you taking on another type of payment. 👏 

1️⃣ The first number is the percentage of your gross monthly income that you could comfortably afford to spend on your housing payment. It includes escrow for taxes and insurance.

2️⃣ The second number represents the percentage of your gross monthly income that should be spent on all long-term monthly debts combined.

April 10

Option #1

“I will forever believe that buying a home is a great investment. Why? Because you can’t live in a stock certificate. You can’t live in a mutual fund.” -Oprah Winfrey 🏠

Option#2

“Owning a home is a keystone of wealth, both financial affluence and emotional security.” -Suze Orman 🏠

April 11

Option#1

Greetings from [ADDRESS]! This is your chance to check out our open house. Tag a friend that should join you at this open house! 🏠

Option #2

Happiness is when my pet sleeps next to me. ❤  #NationalPetDay

April 12

🏠 TEN HOME HACKS THAT CAN IMPROVE YOUR HOME LIFE 🏠

The more time you spend at home, the more you probably notice about space. There is a way to get your home more organized, more efficient and cleaner.

Scroll or tap through to read each one! Which one of these tips were your favorite? ⬇️

(if you’d like to post the tips, you can here)

✨ Have a “no shoes in the house” rule.

✨ Make to-do lists for each room.

✨ Create a central command center.

✨ Put things away immediately instead of putting them down.

✨ Do an annual coat drive every fall.

✨ Clean your garbage disposal with baking soda and vinegar.

✨ Give your kitchen cabinets a once-over every day.

✨ Use microfiber cloths instead of disposable dusters.

✨ Vacuum daily to extend the life of your carpets.

✨ Remove everything from an area before you start organizing.

April 13

Having the right lighting in your home is important. It can not only improve the way your home looks and feels, but it can increase the overall value of your home. 

Here are three reasons on how recessed lighting can increase your home value. 💡

✨ Your listing will see more views. More views means more potential buyers to help sell your home quicker.

✨ Your home may sell above the list price. Recessed lighting is on the top of the list for most valuable home improvement trends, and so, homes with this feature sell above list price on average.

✨ Recessed lighting can increase functionality and improve the look of any room.

April 14

(photo of favorite small business)

Supporting local is about supporting your community. Without our community, we wouldn’t have a sense of belonging. Community lets us share common interests and support the personal growth of one another. ❤️

What’s one of your favorite local businesses? ⬇️

April 15

I’m a real estate agent. What’s your superpower? 🏠

April 16

Frequently Asked Friday: Is a comparative market analysis provided when selling a home? 🏠

📈 A comparative market analysis is one of the best ways of determining the value of your home. It works by comparing recent sales of similar properties in the neighborhood to come up with an estimate.

👉Most realtors will conduct a CMA on your property for free, often before they meet you in person.

What is more important than a CMA? The expertise from me as your agent. 

Because a CMA is computer generated and doesn’t pull in current market factors, I’ll run the appropriate comparables to your home, so you know what it is worth.

April 17

In real estate, no two transactions are the same, and so different challenges have to be overcome while you’re in the process of selling a home. 🏠

👉Challenge #1 – Handling emotions.

There are many emotions that can come with selling a home – excitement, nervousness, stress…It isn’t uncommon for a homeowner to have seller’s remorse so it is important to make certain that you want to truly sell your home.

👉Challenge #2 – Pricing the home.

Pricing real estate is a science that takes experience and practice to “master.” The price that a home enters the market at is very important as you want to ensure it gets lots of activities and showings the first week or two it has been listed.

👉Challenge #3 – Maintaining a “show ready” home.

Preparing a home for showings can be time consuming and a challenge for any homeowner. Keep your home de-cluttered and countertops clean throughout the week to minimize the tasks you have to do to stage your home.

Have you faced these challenges? What other challenges have you overcome? ⬇️

April 18

Home buying words YOU should know! 🙌

👉APPRAISAL means property and/or land valuation completed by an appraiser who determines the market value.

👉CONTINGENT is an offer on a home that has been accepted but finalized sale is subject to change upon certain criteria.

👉TITLE is a bundle of rights in a piece of property.

What are some real estate terms you are unfamiliar with? ⬇️

April 19

Check your water bill to track water consumption. 🚰

One of the simplest ways to watch for leaks and water consumption is by keeping track of your bill. 

Take a look at your water bill monthly and compare it each month. If the number is higher than normal, you might want to check out the possibility of a water leak.

April 20

Alexa, play “Home” by Philip Philips. This beautiful home has been SOLD, and we’re not surprised! 🏠

April 21

(photo of your city)

Helping (YOUR CITY) find somewhere to live 🏠

Did you know that (FUN FACT ABOUT YOUR CITY)? 🙌

April 22

Option#1

Today is #EarthDay2021!

What does it mean to throw something away? What is away? Every piece of plastic ever created still exists on our planet and everyday we continue to produce more and more. 

It is time to stop the pollution of our natural habitats, clean up the mess we’ve made and find more sustainable solutions. 

Here are some local cleanups in our area:

🌎 CLEANUP #1

🌎 CLEANUP #2

🌎 CLEANUP #3

[Use this link to find local cleanup spots https://cleanup.earthday.org]

Option #2

Every day is Earth Day. 🌎

Here are some easy swaps you might consider switching out this year!

April 23

Option #1: share a photo of your community/area

A common question I get is: Should I order a home inspection? 🏠

The answer is ‘YES!’ Home inspections are highly recommended because they can reveal defects in a home that might not have been easily detected.

What is something you’ve discovered during a home inspection?

Option #2: share a photo of your community/area

(photo of yourself)

Take a chance with me, [YOUR NAME]. I will be with you every step of the way during your (homebuying OR home selling) journey. 🏠

 #NationalTakeAChanceDay

April 24

Option #1

YOLO – You Only List Once with (YOUR NAME) 🏠

Did you know that I have [YEARS OF EXPERIENCE] in real estate? Let’s connect and get ready to sell your home! ✉️

Option#2

YOLO – You Only List Once with (YOUR NAME) 🏠

With homes going off the market with a snap of our fingers, you only have one chance to get it right. Let me be part of your journey. ✉️

April 25

(share a photo of your family)

Life takes you to unexpected places. Love brings you home. ❤️

April 26

Housing trends determine what the market is leaning toward and can clue you into what’s going to be most available or most in-demand. 📈

Trends shift and change often so it can be challenging to figure out how trends are affecting the market. Here are five ways anyone can use to keep an eye on local housing trends:

🏠 Check for retail store developments. 

🏠 Stay in touch with a successful realtor.

🏠 Connect with the economic development department.

🏠 Leverage alerts and websites

🏠 Check out auction sites.

April 27

Thank you for putting your trust in me and for trusting the process. I love what I do to help my clients find their dream home. ❤️

April 28

[share some of your favorite shots you’ve taken for listings or even a short video – under 1 minute]

Professional photography, videography, and/or 3D walkthroughs are key when selling your home. 📷

Virtual walkthroughs allow buyers to “shop” at any time of the day or night, and sellers can “show” their house 24/7. These services highlight your house and features it in the best light.

Depending on the price point of your home, area, and other factors, we will decide which visual marketing options work best for your property. 🙌

April 29

Good homes need love, and this new listing is on the market for some love. This home is [DESCRIPTION]. 🏠

April 30

Frequently Asked Friday from sellers: When should I sell my home? 🏠

Of course, you want to sell your home when you are likely to get the best possible offers. But the answer on when to sell your home can get complicated. 🤷

The best time to sell is when you are ready. Whether you decide to sell in the spring, summer, fall or winter, you will get excellent advice for each of the time frames that you might choose to sell your property. 🏠

Are you ready to sell? Let me be part of your journey! ✉️