Spring Market Affirmations for Buyers & Sellers

Pssst: you’ll want to save this post for later 👇 Staying calm and focused when buying and selling can be as simple as rehearsing why you started this journey in the first place and what you know to be true in your life right now.  When I see clients feeling out-of-sorts, I love the chance to share affirmations like these. Go on. Say them out loud, ok? For buyers:  'I am confident in my ability to find the perfect home for me and my family.''I am grateful for the options available to me and trust myself to make the right choice.''I am worthy of a home that brings me joy and happiness, and I trust that this process and these people will lead me to it.' For sellers:  'I am proud of the work I have put into my home and am excited to share it with others.''I am worthy of a smooth and successful selling experience, but I will embrace the challenges that come with it.''I trust the process, my agent, and the timing of it all. I know that the right buyer will come along at just the right time.' Have you bought or sold a house in the past year or two? What mantra helped you stay grounded and at ease start to finish? Drop it in the comments!  

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The Role of Social Media in Real Estate Marketing: A Guide for Home Sellers

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SOCIAL MEDIA BEFORE SELLING YOUR HOME IN 2023 Okay, friend. The time has come, and you’re thinking about selling. But it’s super important you understand exactly what the selling process looks like in 2023. It's way more than throwing a sign in the yard.  And social media marketing? It’s a big deal if you want your home to reach as many buyers as possible.  That’s why I’ve pulled together this short list of a few of the platforms I use to market and sell homes. If you choose to use me as your agent (and I hope you do!), we’ll talk in-depth about which of these is right for you.  → Instagram:Instagram is great for short-form video content showcasing your home and to connect with potential buyers and agents about the listing.→ Facebook: Facebook is very similar to Instagram in that it's a great place for your listing to reach both my network, your network when you share the listing, and Real Estate Facebook Groups.→ YouTube/TikTok: High-quality videos go a long way in helping potential buyers envision themselves living in your home. Using the proper keywords and tags go a long way in getting your home seen by more potential buyers.→ LinkedIn: My go-to for connecting with local real estate agents and potential buyers. This is great for building relationships.

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The Power of Curb Appeal: 3 Tips to Boost Your Home's Exterior Appeal Before Selling

Gentle reminder today that curb appeal makes all the difference when selling your home.  You know the curb appeal trifecta: mulch, seasonal color, and a pressure-sprayed driveway. But you're gonna need to add these three if you want to level up your outdoor game:  1) Illuminate walkways. Would-be buyers are sure to do a nighttime drive-by (trust me, they will). Ambient outdoor lighting will have them oohing and ahhing. (Quick tip: Solar lights make this a cinch.) 2) Update porch lights. Replace crooked, outdated, or rusty porch lights with something fresh and modern. Your local home improvement store and a couple of hours are all you need.  3) Add seating with outdoor throw pillows. Everyone dreams of a breezy afternoon in the yard, sipping a cold glass of lemonade. Add seating to give buyers an exact place to do just that. Time to get to it! And, of course, save this post for later, or reach out if you want to talk about what’s happening in your neighborhood market this February!  

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