Posts from December 2019

Some Highlights

• Winter is a great time to list a house, since inventory is traditionally low, and most sellers are holding off until spring to put their homes on the market.
• Waiting for warmer weather when more competition is on the market will only put your house up against many more choices for buyers.
• Get your house ready to sell now with quick and easy fixes that make a big impact.
• If you have any questions, call The Chrissie Barrick Team ANYTIME 717-451-3850. We will be glad to assist!

Saving for a down payment is a key step in the homebuying process, and it's not the only piece you need to include in your budget. Another factor that's important to plan for is the closing costs required to obtain a mortgage.

What Are Closing Costs?

According to Trulia,

"When you close on a home, a number of fees are due. They typically range from 2% to 5% of the total cost of the home, and can include title insurance, origination fees, underwriting fees, document preparation fees, and more."

For those who buy a $250,000 home, for example, that amount could be between $5,000 and $12,500 in closing fees. Keep in mind, if you're in the market for a home above...

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When selling your house, there are a few key things you can prioritize to have the greatest impact for a faster sale:

1. Make Buyers Feel at Home

Declutter your home! Pack away all personal items like pictures, awards, and sentimental belongings. Make buyers feel like they belong in the house. According to the 2019 Profile of Home Staging by the National Association of Realtors, "83% of buyers' agents said staging a home made it easier for a buyer to visualize the property as a future home."

Not only will your house spend less time on the market, but the same report mentioned that, "One-quarter of buyers' agents said that st...

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