Try these ideas Quick fixes for new-looking carpets First, to really get it clean, sweep the carpet with a broom, which will make the nap stand up and loosen embedded dirt. Next, vacuum the carpet. Your carpet should show a noticeable improvement just from taking these two steps. If you have pets and need help neutralizing strong odors, mix one cup Borax with two cups cornmeal. Sprinkle the carpet with this mixture. Let stand one hour, then vacuum. To freshen the carpet, combine three-quarters of a cup baking soda, two tablespoons cornstarch, and one-quarter cup perfumed talcum powder. Sprinkle on dry carpet, let stand five to 15 minutes, then vacuum. Spot-cleaning tips DO Use a clean white, absorbent terry towel Blot or tamp the spot Pretest the carpet in an...

The right landscape design can make all the difference to a prospective buyer, especially when it’s beautifully and carefully executed. In fact, REALTORS® and landscape professionals estimate that a well-landscaped yard can add 5% to 15% to the selling value of a house. Houses that look good from the road carry higher price tags—a fact that turns landscape investments into money in the bank when selling a house. Here are a few ideas on how to improve your landscape: Trees One of the best investments you can make is a glorious stand of healthy trees as part of a well-landscaped yard. REALTORS® across Texas and the rest of the country know that healthy trees can increase the property value of a home, as well as provide years of aesthetic benefits to owners....

Here are a few tips to make your home more attractive to a potential buyer: Reduce clutter Clean out closets, pick up clutter, and pare down what’s inside. That goes for those treasured family photos and mementos, too. The reason? Besides adding a spacious feel to the home, pared-down surroundings can help potential buyers better envision themselves and their family photos in the house. Pack away items and special collections usually displayed in cabinets and hutches, and move a few pieces of furniture out of the house. This will help buyers to better see where their furniture might go in the house. Don’t forget to keep the house clean every minute it’s on the market. This takes great effort, but the buyer may need to see it in the next five minutes, and you’ll...

Aquí tenemos algunas razones y remedios para usted Razones Sobre precio Pocas reducciones de precios o muy tardías Nueva competencia desde que la propiedad se puso en venta Competencia por parte de la constructora Dificultades para mostrarla, no es siempre accesible Mercado lento y saturado La propiedad se a vuelto “muy vista” Muchas exhibiciones pero ninguna oferta Ofertas por venir pero no consumadas Condiciones (problemas de mantenimiento) Condiciones (problemas mayores) Los incentivos economicos para reparaciones menores no han mejorado la oferta Ubicación no deseada Mal publicada en el MLS (Servicio de Listado Múltiple de Casas) Agente inmobiliario no muestra la propiedad Mascotas (olor, tierra e intimidación) Vecinos o colonia Influencias externas...

Here are a few reasons and remedies Reason Overpriced Price reductions too little, too late New competition since property listed Builder competition Difficult to show, not readily accessible Glutted or slow market Property has become shopworn Many showings but no offers Offers forthcoming but not Condition (maintenance problems) Condition (major problems) Cosmetic allowances have not enticed offer Location not desirable Property showcased poorly Property not being shown Pets (odor, soll, and Intimidation) Neighbors or neighborhood External Influence (new highway, etc.) Remedy New Market Analysis, lower price New Market Analysis, significantly lower below the next price break or two New market analysis, lower price, offer incentives New market analysis, offer...