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Subject: Do Your Own Inspection Before the Inspector Comes
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Useful Tips from a Professional Home Inspector
Home Inspector Roger Hollenbeck writes:After 17 years of inspecting
properties in Summit and Park Counties, I still find myself writing down
all the small issues that could easily be dealt with before any home
inspection is done. Things like lights that don't work, doors that don't
latch, leaking appliances, etc. Attached is a Home Seller's Check List
to help make inspections go a little smoother and lead to a shorter list
of things your inspector may find that need repair. Although it is not
fully inclusive, it will give you some idea of what you can fix before
the inspector shows up.
* Install CO detectors within 15 feet of every bedroom
* New batteries in all heat thermostats
* New batteries in all fireplace and ceiling fan remotes
* Make sure water heater(s) are turned on
* Make sure all GFCI outlets trip and reset correctly
* Make sure the water is turned on
* See that the attic and crawl space are accessible
* Make sure the electric distribution panel is accessible
* Remove all storage and obstacles in front of boiler, water heater
and/or furnace
* Check all windows to make sure they open, close and lock
* Look for any water in the crawl space or basement
* Repair any minor water leaks in sinks and tubs
* Replace all burned out light bulbs
* Lubricate squeaky hinges
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** Summit County Market Update**
Prices are still rising and properties are selling faster and faster.
The average residential sold prices rose 5% compared to last year at the
same time, and the average days on the market is just 54! The average
percentage of list price to sold price is also very high: 98.5%.New
construction sales are very strong and represent about 11% of the total
sold market so far in 2018. As a comparison, at this time in 2017, new
construction sales represented about 6% of the sold market. As of this
writing, in Summit County, 34% of the properties are new construction.
Some will close in 2018 and others in 2019 or perhaps later; the average
list price for these properties is over $1,100,000.
The actual number of sales is down throughout most of the county; only
Silverthorne and Keystone are showing an increase. The 22% increase in
Silverthorne can be attributed almost entirely to new construction. The
same is true in Keystone, with new construction sales accounting for an
increase of 2% over last year.
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Wondering How Much Your Home Is Worth?
**How has the price of your home changed in today's market? How much are
other homes in your neighborhood selling for?**
If you're wondering about prices in your area, or thinking of selling
your home, I can help.
Just call my office at 800-289-7005 or email me at kelli@kellisells.com
for a professional price analysis. There
is absolutely no obligation.
I'll give you honest feedback about the value of your home. And I'll
also give you the inside scoop on what's happening in the housing
market in Breckenridge, Dillon, Frisco, Silverthorne and Keystone.
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The Best-Laid Plans: Things to Consider for Your Kitchen Remodel
If a kitchen remodel is on your agenda, following are some helpful
points to consider. (Your New Kitchen: 7 Tricky Questions You Didn't
Know You'd Ask, published recently on Houzz.com
,
identifies other factors to consider.)
**Research your local building code**: In the Houzz article, designer
Yanic Simard notes that some building codes have rules around venting
and the type of hood fan you install. And, if you're renovating an
apartment-style condominium, you may not be able to relocate the
plumbing. Check with your homeowner's association.
**Outlets**: Early on, decide where your electrical outlets should go
and how many you need. If you're adding an island, be sure to place
outlets there.
**Flooring**: Consider comfort and ease of cleaning, as well as style
(tile, wood, vinyl)
**Appliances**: The placement of appliances will affect everything from
cabinets to countertops.
**Sink**: Before you consider finishes or backsplashes, decide what
style sink you want. Choices include undermount with no edges, or
drop-in, which offers the easiest install. Do you want a divided model
or one continuous unit? Apron or farmhouse sinks have a deep basin for
washing big pots.
**Cabinets**: Making a mistake here can be expensive. Decide the
function and location of each cabinet before thinking about hardware.
If it's a DIY, online 3-D software can help you envision cabinet
placement so that two cabinet doors don't open into each other.
**Kelli Bennett**
RE/MAX Properties of the Summit
220 South Main Street
P.O. Box 4600
Breckenridge CO 80424
970-390-9311 Cell
800-289-7005 Office
970-453-7365 Fax
www.kellisells.com
kelli@kellisells.com
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Ask Kelli:
**Should I Sell My Home Myself?**
Probably not..
It's more work than you think. Are you able to rush home if a buyer
wants to see your house in 30 minutes? Do you have time to keep track of
your showings, follow up for feedback, and vet any potential offers? You
also need the know-how to negotiate any offers that come in.
A Realtor(r) has the resources at his or her disposal to handle these
situations for you. Consider leaving it in their capable hands, so you
don't end up wringing yours.
This newsletter and any information contained herein are intended for
general informational purposes only and should not be construed as
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ensure the accuracy of information contained in this newsletter.
However, we will not be responsible at any time for any errors or
omissions or any damages, howsoever caused, that result from its use.
Seek competent professional advice and/or legal counsel with respect to
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not intended to solicit properties currently for sale.
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