Rentals

Within the last few months more and more people have been asking if I can help with rentals. The answer is, yes! Not only do I help people buy and sell homes, I can rent homes too. 

While it is a fabulous time to buy, I understand it may not be ideal for everyone right now. On the flip side, due to various reasons some people may be looking to put their current home up for rent. In both of these situations I can be of assistance.

I am always honest and upfront when people ask for help to find a rental property (well when people ask about anything really!). I will help find and negotiate a property for you, but I can only do that if the seller/landlord cooperates with a Real Estate professional. The best way to guarantee this is to find rental properties on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) trend website. This website advertises homes for sale and rent by real estate agencies and cooperates with other agencies. If a client finds a rental on say, Craigslist, most likely I will not be able to help. Individuals and companies putting houses up for rent on these other sites typically are not willing to work with a third party nor agree to pay a commission.

Some of the benefits for hiring a professional to help you are:

1. They will do the work for you. You have a full time job, this is our job so you do not have to spend time or energy searching for properties.

2. Negotiate lease terms.

3. Ensure the landlord is a professional

4. Guides you throughout the transaction

If you are looking to put your home or investment home up for rent, I can help with that as well. 

It is essential to find a qualified and reliable tenant. This will make your experience as a landlord much more enjoyable.

When you list with a Realtor they will check credit, references, and require specific documentation. We are also able to provide professional advertising through websites, signage and much more. It is our job to get your place rented quickly, with the best possible tenant and at the best price.

I hope this helps clarify any questions you may have. If not, I'm always available! 

Men vs. Women

In a recent survey, it seems women are more upbeat about the nations future than men.  The survey even breaks it down to compare married and unmarried individuals and political parties.

Although the survey concludes men are the more pessimistic, it is very close as a whole. It is really hard to tell what's going to happen, but in my opinion staying positive (but smart) is better for the soul

Click below to read the full article:
http://www.cnbc.com/id/43565078

Happy June!

June has always been my favorite month. Sunny days, warm weather, and cold drinks make me happy. 


This time of year can also be synonymous with house hunting. Open houses and weekend drives are common during the next 3 months for buyers.
As a Realtor, I find it extremely rewarding to help individuals and families find a home of their own to host summer barbecues and other fun activities all year round!


Here are a couple tips for you house hunters:
1. Go to open houses. They are typically held on Sunday afternoons between 12-4, however you can find some on Saturdays. If you are already working with a Realtor, it's still OK to go to open houses without them. Just inform your Realtor as well as the open house agent that you are currently working with someone and fill in your agents name on the sign-in sheet. 
2. If you are not working with a Realtor, get one. There is a lot of inventory out there. It's important (and not to mention a huge stress reliever ) to have someone else searching homes for you that fit your wants and needs.
3. Save! The summer tends to make people want to go on vacations, happy hours, and weekend shore trips. But if your goal is to purchase a home, you need to continue to save money for your down payment, closing costs, furniture, etc. I think the summer offers more FREE things to do! Go hiking, window shop in towns that
you may want to move to or go to the shore but pack a picnic. 


Already own a home? Here are few things to put on your To Do List:
1. Clean your dryer Vents. You should regularly clean your lint trap but now is a good time to clean out the dryer hose pipes.
2. Clean out the gutters. Leaves and debris collect during the colder months. It's important to clear the gutters to protect your home from mold or rot. 
3. Spruce up your yard
-select bright nursery annuals already in bloom
-Fertilize now, if you did not do it in the Spring months