Uncategorized November 13, 2014

Preparing Your House for The Holidays And The Market

Preparing for friend and family holiday gatherings is a lot of work.  Most of us host one or more events at our homes in November or December.  What you do now to prepare for the upcoming holidays can actually help set you up for success if you need to sell your home in early 2015!

Here are a few suggestions to help you maximize your efforts:

Declutter!  Schedule a few hours to clean out closets and donate clothes that you have not worn in the last year.  Clean out and organize your kitchen and bathroom cabinets.  Less is more!  It’s liberating to have less!  Buyers love an organized home that is free of clutter!

Clean!  Make your home sparkle!  Living in a home is different that showing a home.  Wipe down your kitchen cabinets.  Wash your windows.  Dust the woodwork.  Look at your home as if you were a buyer.  If you don’t have time to clean, hire someone.  It’s worth it!  Buyers want a move in ready, clean home!

Depersonalize!  We all have too many things sitting out.  Pack up your knick knacks, photo frames and DVDs.  Buyers need to visualize themselves and not you and your family in the home!  Start the packing process now! You’ll be glad you did when it is moving week!

Decluttering, cleaning and depersonalizing will get you ready for the holidays AND a successful home sale in 2015!

Call me for more expert advice to help you sell your home fast!

Jennifer McLean

317-518-2626

Uncategorized August 1, 2014

Curb Appeal Contest – First Impressions Matter

It’s time to do a quick check up on the curb appeal of your home!

First impressions matter.  Here are some easy ways to instantly improve your curb appeal:

  • Buy a new door mat
  • Update your front door hardware
  • Update your lighting fixtures
  • Paint your front door
  • Trim your bushes
  • Set out planters with flowers or mums
  • Hang an American flag
  • Sweep your sidewalk and driveway
  • Keep your lawn mowed and free of weeds
  • Replace your old mailbox
  • Purchase new house numbers

Email me a before and after picture of your one day curb appeal check up results at jmclean@c21scheetz.com by August 31st.

Winner will receive a $25 gift card to Lowes!

Uncategorized July 27, 2014

Carmel Home Sales – June 2014 Market Update

I am happy to report that the home sales in Carmel, IN show an overall positive momentum. Listings in June 2014 were up 2% vs. June 2013 and up 11% vs. May 2014.  The median list price in June was $339.9k.  The average days on the market decreased by 18% – signaling a positive trend.

To learn more watch the June Carmel Market Update on my website:

http://associates.10974791.eco.century21.com/conte…

CALL ME TODAY at 317-518-2626 if you are thinking of buying or selling (or know someone who is) and I can help you get started.

My best,

Jennifer McLean

Uncategorized May 31, 2014

Carmel, Indiana – April 2014 Market Update

Did you know that in April, the number of active listings in Carmel, Indiana was up 2% year over year and up 15% from March?  The median listing price was just under $430,000 and the median sale price was $290,000.

Uncategorized April 28, 2014

Now is the time to sell!

Did you know that Indianapolis metro home inventory is at a 10 year low, while prices are at a 10 year high!  If you are thinking about selling your home, now is the time to sell!