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L E G A C Y E D I TL E G A C Y E D I TRED FLAGS TO WATCH OUT FOR RED FLAGS TO WATCH OUT FORTOSSING BATTERIES? NOT SO FAST! TOSSING BATTERIES? NOT SO FAST!ASK THE AGENT:ASK THE AGENT:IS IT RUDE TO OFFER LESS THAN ASKING PRICE ON A HOUSE? IS IT RUDE TO OFFER LESS THAN ASKING PRICE ON A HOUSE?POTENTIAL RED FLAGS THAT CAN TURN YOUR DREAM HOME INTO A NIGHTMARE POTENTIAL RED FLAGS THAT CAN TURN YOUR DREAM HOME INTO A NIGHTMAREMOST BATTERIES SHOULDN’T BE THROWN OUT, AND IN SOME PLACES, IT’S ILLEGAL. MOST BATTERIES SHOULDN’T BE THROWN OUT, AND IN SOME PLACES, IT’S ILLEGAL.C U R A T E D F O R T O D A Y . B U I L T F O R G E N E R A T I O N SC U R A T E D F O R T O D A Y . B U I L T F O R G E N E R A T I O N SC U R A T E D F O R T O D A Y . B U I L T F O R G E N E R A T I O N ST H ET H E
PROFESSIONAL PARTNERSMEET OURR E A L E S T A T ERED FLAGSIt's crucial to be aware of the potential red flags that can turn your dream home into a nightmare. Here are some of the most common issues that home buyers have faced in the past, and I want you to learn these cautionary signs to watch for during the home-buying process.B U Y E R S B E W A R E O F T H E S E H O U S E R E D F L A G S T H E R E A R E N ' T M A N Y P H O T O S Are there only a few photos of the home included in the listing? Are certain rooms or areas of the home left out? If the listing doesn’t include high-quality photos, buyers should question why that is. We recommend asking your Realtor to find older photos of the home from previous listings before touring the house.Y O U S E E W A T E R S T A I N S Water and construction materials don’t mix. The trickle of water from a leaky roof or window can over time rot away structural wood members. If water stains are yellowish or brownish, they may be evidence of a plumbing problem on the upper floor. Until you know where a leak is coming from and how much damage it’s caused, don’t make an offer.T H E R E A R E S A G G Y C E I L I N G S No matter how quaint and cozy the house is, if the ceiling sags, it’s a red flag. A saggy ceiling—even if the sag is only slight—can be the result of roof leaks, the structural movement that’s causing the ceiling drywall to work lose from the ceiling joists or an insect infestation that’s eating away at the joists.T H E R E A R E D I Y A D D I T I O N S File this one squarely in the realm of “buyer beware!” While many homeowners are capable of making repairs around the house, few have sufficient knowledge and skills to construct an addition that meets building codes. If the homeowner built an addition without oversight from the local building authority, it could contain structural, wiring, and plumbing defects. Ask your agent to see any pulled permits.U S E O F S T R O N G A I R F R E S H E N E R S If you’re immediately assailed by the strong scent of air freshener when you walk into a house, or if essential oil diffusers are steaming away in every room, this could indicate that the homeowner is trying to cloak the smell of something else, such as carpeting that's saturated with pet urine or mold that’s growing beneath the sink. If you’re interested in the house, ask for a second showing and request that the seller not use an air freshener before you arrive.S T A N D I N G W A T E R I N T H E Y A R D To keep water away from the foundation wall, a yard should have a minimum of 2 percent grade away from the house. Drive by the house you like after a rain. If you find puddles of standing water, the yard may have a drainage problem. Puddles near the foundation are the most concerning because water that drains along a foundation wall can leak into a basement through the smallest crack.CONTACT TODAYContact Information:Personal cell: +123-456-7890 123 Anywhere St, Any City, ST 12345PEST CONTROL & MAINTENANCE
SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD If you’re like me, you probably have a junk drawer full of old batteries that you're unsure what to do with. But before you toss them in the trash, here’s something every homeowner should know: many batteries shouldn’t go in the garbage— and in some places, it’s illegal. Let’s break it down into what you should and shouldn’t do when it comes to disposing of batteries.Check your local waste department to see if recycling is required Bring rechargeable batteries to stores like Best Buy or Home Depot Sort by type (alkaline, button cell, etc.) Store them in a container with battery terminals taped Take them to a recycling center or auto shop—these are hazardous waste I N S T E A D D O T H I S :Throw batteries in your household trash Throw batteries in your household trash Mix all battery types together Leave batteries loose in drawers or boxes Forget about car batteries or button batteriesD O N ’ T D O T H I S : Taking the extra step to dispose of batteries safely protects your home, your neighborhood, and our environment. And it’s one of those small homeowner habits that adds up over time!T O S S I N G B AT T E R I E S ? N O T S O F A S T ! H E R E ’ S W H AT H O M E O W N E R S N E E D T O K N O W My buyers have looked at all the homes on the market in your neighborhood, but none fit THEIR needs. If you would be interested in selling please contact me ASAP. I am happy to send over my buyer's pre-approval.I need a home in your area!
ASK THE AGENT:IS IT RUDE TO OFFER LESS THAN ASKING PRICE ON A HOUSE? IN TODAY’S MARKET, OFFERINGIN TODAY’S MARKET, OFFERING BELOW ASKING ISN’T RUDE—IT’S ABELOW ASKING ISN’T RUDE—IT’S A SMART STRATEGY.SMART STRATEGY. IN TODAY’S MARKET, OFFERING BELOW ASKING ISN’T RUDE—IT’S A SMART STRATEGY. ANSWER:ANSWER:ANSWER: With higher interest rates and fewer bidding wars, sellers are more open to negotiation than they were a few years ago. While you don’t want to go too low and risk offending the seller, coming in around 95–97% of the asking price is usually a respectful and reasonable starting point. Many sellers today are also willing to cover expenses such as home warranties, inspections, and even repairs, so there’s often room to work out a deal that benefits both parties. Before making an offer, consider how long the home has been on the market, its current condition, and what similar homes are currently listed for. A good real estate agent will help you strike the right balance between saving money and staying competitive. J U L Y M A R K E T U P D A T E HOMES LISTED FOR SALE IN DECEMBER 253 HOMES SOLD IN DECEMBER 121 AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET 59 AVERAGE LIST TO SOLD PICE RATIO 102% Hpy Annivsy & Hpy Annivsy &HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY BIRTHDAY T O A L L A U G U S T H O M E O W N E R S A N D B I R T H D AY S !R E A L T Y & C OF RO M