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Selling and buying homes during the Covid-19 outbreak / Coming Soon Status Change

3/20/2020

Although showing activity has decreased, buyers are looking forward to taking advantage of low interest rates and are still actively searching for homes. Due to the recent new governmental restrictions regarding “social distancing”, we are taking proactive steps to ensure the safety of our sellers and buyers. This includes: Not allowing any overlapping showings of your home so that only the agent and buyer are in the home during the …

What To Keep In Mind For FSBO

9/23/2019

While there are a variety of reasons as to why you may want to sell your home on your own, there are things you need to keep in mind before committing to the process. By choosing the ‘For Sale By Owner’ route, you may think it’s as simple as listing your home, then making a substantial profit. However, there are a variety of hidden costs that may add up in …

Your Open House Checklist

8/19/2019

In order to have a successful open house during the selling process, there are a variety of things you should keep in mind. Everything about your open house should show your guests that you are accommodating and want this to be their home. Here, our experts at Home Avenue will discuss what you should consider doing to have a successful open house. ● Clean and Remove Clutter When people come …

Biggest Decisions You Will Make While Selling

8/5/2019

Deciding to sell your home is a huge step that requires you to make multiple hard decisions. The decisions you make will determine how successful you are when selling your home. They will likely impact how much you are able to sell for, how quickly you are able to sell, and more. At Home Avenue, our experts are here to help you sell your home. We work with you …

Why You Should Choose A Discount Realtor

7/22/2019

Through the years, realtor commissions have skyrocketed, which makes it more expensive to sell your home. In Minneapolis, realtor fees can reach up to 7%, and the average in the U.S. is 6%. While this may not seem like much in the long run, it is more than you should be spending. For example, if you sell your home for $300,000 at a 7% realtor fee, you have to pay …

The Benefits of Listing as “For Sale By Owner”

7/15/2019

Selling your home poses a variety of difficulties and considerations. One of the most important decisions you will make during this process is whether you should sell your home the flat-fee way or go through a traditional real estate agent. ‘For sale by owner’ (FSBO) sales can be appealing, but you need to know how to go about the process before making that commitment. Here, our experts at Home Avenue …

Twin Cities Real Estate Market So Far In 2019

7/8/2019

Though the Twin Cities housing market was slow to start 2019, it has increased in the past few months. Right now, the market is favoring those who are looking to make the next step and purchase a more expensive home, as opposed to those who are trying to purchase a cheaper, first-time home. The market is currently favoring average income sellers and buyers instead of those on the higher and …

Tips When You’re Showing Your Home

6/24/2019

Selling your home is no easy task, but it doesn’t have to be as difficult as you may think. Many people will drop in during a showing, but only a handful will make an offer. This means it’s up to you to create a space that’s welcoming and enticing to the eye. Home Avenue understands this and is here to help. With our expertise, we can help you impress potential …

How to Improve Your Home’s Curb Appeal

6/17/2019

Every little detail matters when you’re trying to sell your home. The first impression is crucial for potential buyers. For some people, the first thing they see can make or break the deal. Thankfully, Home Avenue is here with some easy steps to improve your home’s curb appeal. Spruce Up The Entrance When guests come to your home and are waiting for you to let them in, what else …