Posts Tagged ‘Selling Your Westfield Area Home?’

Effect of National Foreclosures & Short Sales on the Westfield NJ Area

Monday, October 19th, 2009

The news media is relentless in its reporting of the number of  foreclosures and short sales nationwide … but all real estate is “local.”  So how important is it for you if you live in the Westfield NJ area to know what the real estate market is like in California, or Florida, or Nevada, etc?

The answer is “marginally” in that the national ”mood” certainly affects all of us.  But I’ve noticed that, by and large, Westfield Area residents who are thinking of selling are not putting it off “just because the market is down.”

And here’s why:  Most who are planning to sell and then buy another home recognize that while they may get less for their home, they’ll also pay less for the one they ultimately buy.

For others, they’ve decided that since their children are grown, they simply don’t need to live in such a large home … selling, even in a less than optimum climate, alows them to move on NOW — an important and refreshing lifestyle attitude. 

So, what has sold recently in Westfield, Scotch Plains and Mountainside NJ lately? For a complete list of all solds in the past 6 months, go to www.Westfield-Area-Homes.com and click on the “solds” section for the community you want to know about.  Addresses, List and Sold prices, style of home and days on market are all displayed.

Want to know the current market value for your home?  Email me at SuccessMentor1@comcast.net or give me a call on my cell 732-423-2792 — it’s always on– and the service is FREE and wihout obligation!

Getting Maximum Value — Unusual Staging Tips

Saturday, August 15th, 2009

Watched “Staging Tips and Myths” on HGTV tonght … best show I’ve seen in awhile.  While it’s still fresh, here are SOME OF THE SURPRISES — go to http://www.westfield-area-homes.com for more info

–Use toothpaste & sponge to remove crayon marks from painted wall
–To cover a dark-painted wall (red, dark blue, dark green), use a tinted primer
–Cleaning with toothpaste will delay tarnish on silver
–Mix 1 part baking soda with 6 parts water, shake well, and use as an odor-reducing spray
–Shine hardwood with ¼ cup apple cider vinegar mixed w/ ½ gal of water
–To create a chalkboard wall or panel, use Peel ‘n Stick adhesive film designed as “chalkboard”
–To remove fingerprints from Stainless Steel Appliances, use olive oil on lint-free cloth
–For “dents” in carpet left by removed furniture –Put ice cube on dent and let it melt. Then use fork prongs to “fluff up” carpet pile
–To hang a new chandelier, use “S” hook to hold fixture while you thread wires
–To “green-up” a brown lawn, use a green Spray paint made for this purpose
–Use car wax paste to shine older wood cabinets
–To remove stains from Microwave interior, mix 2 cups of water and ½ cup of white vinegar in micro-safe dish or cup. Microwave on HIGH 3½ mins. Let stand 5 minutes. Remove mixture and wipe inside of micro clean.

Email me at SuccessMentor1@comcast.net for more info.