The year 2007 promises to be outstanding for homeowners in our area. Savvy owners are in a unique position to take advantage of today's market - if you make the right moves now.
Got home projects in mind? Whatever you do, this year offers many opportunities to increase the value of your home by turning paper equity into real value. Give your kitchen a cabinet face-lift or install new countertops. Upgrade that dated bathroom. Rewire your home for high-speed Internet access or HDTV.
You can make other smart moves this year, such as getting a "subject to work" market valuation to gauge before-and-after renovation impact. Purchase a home inspection for maintenance planning. Order a whole-house energy audit.
2007 also is a great time to buy or sell a home. Consider a second or vacation home for retirement. Purchase a below market pre-foreclosure or builder-closeout property. Move-up (or "cross-size") to a home that fits your future better.
There's no telling how long interest rates will remain near record lows and high inventories of homes for sale will last. That's why our newsletter features inside homeowner tips you can use now to increase your home's value. If you know someone who wants to buy or sell, please contact us. We're here to help.