February Content 2021

February 1

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February 2

Home to me means [thing #1, thing #2, thing #3].

 

❤️What does HOME mean to you?

February 3

Want to make extra money in real estate, but don’t have the capital to start investing in big ticket purchases right away? Here are 3 ways you might consider making extra money:

🏠Rent out a room in your current home

🏠Sell your current home and downsize so you can pocket some money

🏠Refinance your home and purchase a small unit to rent out

Each of these ways can help you to pay off your liabilities or grow your investment further.

February 4

Time for this month’s home maintenance tips ⚒️

Although it may still be a little chilly outside, here are some maintenance tips to start on so you aren’t overwhelmed as the spring and summer months approach us.

February 5

January 6

4 Tips When It Comes to Home Staging and Showings

✨Get rid of unnecessary stuff to have more visible space.

✨Less is more when it comes to aesthetic.

✨Clean it like you mean it.

✨Don’t forget that the house is not only about the inside, but the outside too.

Do you like when I share these tips? Be sure to follow me for more!

February 7

🗓What’s happening this month around town? Here are some local events you may want to add to your calendar!

 

✨ LOCAL HAPPENING #1
✨ LOCAL HAPPENING #2
✨ LOCAL HAPPENING #3
✨ LOCAL HAPPENING #4

 

Do you have any fun plans this month on your calendar?

February 8

🍴When’s the last time you REALLY cleaned out your fridge?

Here are five things to do as you clean out your fridge. Don’t forget to wipe down the shelves and add a new box of baking soda to keep everything nice and fresh!

But really… how long has it been? ⬇️

February 9

Today is #NationalPizzaDay, so I hope you’re enjoying your favorite slice of pizza heaven!

🍕Homemade pizza is a favorite in our home and it is so easy to make! Grab some pizza dough, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and any of your favorite toppings and get to baking.

It only takes about 20 minutes to cook the pizza once you’ve put it together and boy is it delicious!

🍕Are you eating pizza today?

February 11

✨LIFE HACK: Use storage cubes to hide random knick-knacks or items that don’t go together while still keeping the house organized and aesthetically pleasing. There are hundreds of different storage cube styles that you can check out to see which ones fit your home the most!

February 11

Moving into a new space and want to make it look as spacious and clean as possible? Let’s make that easy for you.

👉🏼Divide your stuff into two categories- the things you want to keep and the stuff you want to get rid of.

👉🏼The articles in the latter categories can be either donated or thrown into the trash.

👉🏼The articles in the former categories can be repurposed, digitized or exchanged for better deals.

👉🏼One of the best ways to make sure you make the most of your new space is to use dual-purpose storage spaces, maximize the closet and drawer spaces.

If you missed my last post about how amazing storage cubes are, go check it out! Have you either moved or done a deep clean using this method? ⬇️

February 12

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✨If you’re looking for a sign, this is it. This new listing is going to go fast. 🏠 It [description].

February 13

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📈In today’s market, if you don’t have a pre-approval letter prior to submitting an offer on a home, you may be wasting your time. The demand is high and the supply is low and from what we’ve been seeing, most agents and sellers won’t even accept an offer without the preapproval letter.

 

Very grateful to be partnered with some amazing [agents/lenders] to connect my clients to as we go through the buying process.

Have a question or ready to start the process, get in touch!

February 14

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Sending love to my amazing clients, friends, colleagues, family, and referral partners. Whether you enjoy celebrating today or maybe you think it is a Hallmark Holiday, I am sending you happy thoughts!

❤️Spreading a little extra love in the DM’s today, so if you are one of the first 5 to DM me, you may get a special treat!

February 15

February 16

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Hi, it’s ME, [YOUR NAME], your favorite local [Realtor/Loan Officer]. I am on the hunt for a few homes for my clients and looking to help transition new sellers to their future home!

There are so many reasons to sell right now:

🏠Inventory is extremely low, but the demand is still HIGH!
🏠Worried about finding your next home? I’ve got a list of properties that might fit your criteria and if we can always ask for a rent back if needed.
🏠If you’ve owned your home for 2+ years, you won’t have to worry about paying capital gains tax.
🏠So many people are looking to make a move and plant roots in our area.

I am passionate about helping you find freedom through your real estate purchase or sale. Ready to chat?

February 17

Psst… in case you need to hear it…

✨GOOD THINGS ARE COMING.

✨GOOD THINGS ARE COMING.

✨GOOD THINGS ARE COMING.

Have patience, work hard, and ask for help!

February 18

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It’s time to start a new chapter. So excited for to get this next property under contract for my client! Let’s go!

💃Anyone else feelin’ like Lizzo today?

February 19

DID YOU KNOW?

✨Staged homes sell 88% faster and for 20% more.

👉🏼Nearly 1/3 of buyers are more willing to overlook “property faults” when the house is staged.

👉🏼Most people are not interior designers and struggle to envision a homes full potential, staging eliminates this difficulty for buyers when viewing the home.

Do you think you’ll stage the next home you sell?

February 20

🥣National Chili Day is coming up on February 25th! If you are a chili lover, here’s a quick recipe that you can try:

Ingredients:
– Premade Chili Seasoning Packet (you can make your own as well, but hey, I am all about efficiency)
– Ground Beef
– Onion
– Canned Diced Tomatoes (I like to add the fire roasted, but choose your own)
– Kidney Beans (light and dark)
– Salt & Pepper
– Shredded Cheese
– Sour Cream
– Beef Broth
– Jalapeños (optional)
– Avocado (optional)
– Saltines (optional)

What to do:
1. Saute your onions in a pan and add in the ground beef
2. Salt and pepper to taste and once browned, remove from heat (you can drain it, but not necessary)
3. Toss it into a crockpot, add in the tomatoes, beans, beef broth (to your desired consistency), and jalapeños (optional)
4. Let cook for 4-6 hours on low (if you don’t want to do this in a crockpot, mix in a large pot on medium-low on the stove)
5. Add additional seasoning to taste
6. Serve with shredded cheese, sour cream, and any additional toppings.

🍴Enjoy!! Let me know if you try this recipe!

February 21

✨What the heck does “Days on Market (DOM)” mean and why should you even care?

Days on market is an important metric for not only real estate professionals but for anyone interested in buying or selling now or in the future.

DOM is related to the number of homes sold in a market during a specified period. A low average DOM indicates a strong market that favors sellers. A high average DOM signals a weak market that favors buyers.

Seasonality can also be a factor, however we currently have a low DOM due to it being a hot market with low inventory.

February 22

What small businesses have you recently supported or purchased from? A few of my favorites this month include:

✨ SMALL BUSINESS #1

✨ SMALL BUSINESS #2

✨ SMALL BUSINESS #3

I’d love to support a few more if I can, so please be sure to tag them below so I can check them out!

February 23

3 Questions to Ask Yourself During the Inspection Period As a Buyer

When a home inspection occurs on the property you are purchasing, keep in mind that it is NOT a binding report. An inspectors job is to flag LITERALLY everything (even a loose screw). Don’t get caught up in all the small things because the home seller can choose not to repair anything if they don’t want to.

It is up to the buyer to decide if they want to negotiate repairs, however, while some do, some don’t. Before going back to the seller to negotiate repairs, ask yourself these questions:

🔨 Is this repair a deal breaker?
🔨 Is this a safety concern before I could move my family in?
🔨 Will this affect future resale value?

Have questions about the inspection process that people don’t talk about, let’s connect!

February 24

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Ready to hear three things no one tells you about selling your home, SWIPE TO READ! 👉🏼👉🏼

 

 

February 25

In case you needed to hear this… ever single moment matters! Celebrate the small wins just as much as you celebrate the big ones. 🎉

How are YOU doing today? ⬇️

February 26

Do you own rental properties? If so, you should consider modifying your space to be pet-friendly. ??⁣
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Here’s why pet-friendly units are beneficial:⁣

🐶 Length of tenancy is ~28 months longer⁣
🐶 Landlords advertising is less than HALF than no pet units⁣
🐶 87% of home buyers take their pets’ needs into account when searching for a home⁣
🐶 Offering pet-friendly rentals can actually increase investors’ bottom-line profit⁣
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If you’re looking for a great investment property to rent out, reach out to see what’s available!⁣

February 27

Share a song that you’ve recently listened to that you’ve heavily resonated with. If you have a story you can share on why it resonated with you, we want to hear it!

February 28

So you’re going to sell your home and want to invest in home staging to really showcase your property. What rooms should you DEFINITELY invest in?⠀
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🛋 Living Room⠀
🔪Kitchen⠀
🛏 Master Bedroom⠀
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If you can invest in more, GREAT – if not, use pieces that will really showcase your space. What area of the home is most important to you when touring homes?