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Subject: How to Stage Your Home For a Quick Sale
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**Summit County Market Update for November**
**The Market:** With two months left in 2018, the average sold price
remains strong, but dropped a point over last month, holding at about a
10% increase. Sales remain down by 8%. Properties are still selling at
an average days on the market of 50 (in 2012 it was 180 days). The
average percentage of list price to sold price is representative of a
continued strong market at 98% (in 2012 it was 95%).
**Condominium Sales**: Condo sales are down about 14%. That's an
additional two-point drop over last month. In fact, condominium sales
are down in every town, with Dillon experiencing the biggest drop (25%).
The average sold price for a condo in Summit County is up 15% at
$482,000 (in 2012 that average sold price was $309,000).
**Home Sales**: The number of homes sold in Summit County has slowed
and, in fact, dropped an additional 4.5 points over the last month (home
sales are now -3%). The average sold price for a home is up almost 3%
and the average sold price for a home in Summit County is about $1.2
million (in 2012 it was $815,000).
Of the current residential properties for sale, 31% have had a price
reduction and 3% have increased their listing price. Also, the average
days on the market for properties sold is 50- for properties under
contract it is 58, and the average days on the market for properties
still for sale is 115. Of the properties that are under contract, about
45% are new construction -- last year about this time the percentage of
new properties under contract was the same.
**Supply**: The local supply of properties for sale is still at
record lows. However, this is typically the time when our supply of
properties for sale starts to dwindle as most home owners prepare for
the up and coming ski season. Historically, the supply of properties for
sale should start to increase during the first quarter of 2019.
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How to Stage Your Home for a Quick Sale
Staging your home can potentially help you achieve a faster sale. I can
refer you to professional stagers who can help with this task. If you're
under a time crunch, use these simple staging tips to quickly get your
home ready for viewing.
**Declutter everything**: All that "stuff" gets in the way of buyers
seeing what your home has to offer. If you don't have time for a full
house purge, at least make sure all surfaces are clear and closets are
neatly organized.
**Spruce up the entry**: Make a good first impression. Sweep the front
porch. Clean outdoor furniture. Add a doormat and some potted plants.
Keep the entry and walkway well-lit.
**Rearrange furniture**: Place furniture in symmetrical arrangements.
Create inviting conversation areas. If you have a spare room that has
become a catch-all, set it up as usable space. Arrange it as a guest
room or office, so buyers can see the room's potential.
**Clean from top to bottom**: Your home should sparkle. If you have a
lot of square footage to cover, consider having your home professionally
cleaned. It will be worth the investment when buyers fall in love with
your pristine space.
**Minimize odors**: Before showings, run some orange rinds through the
garbage disposal. Remove odors in furniture and carpets with a dash of
baking soda; let it sit for 10 minutes, then vacuum. Heat a pot of water
and a few cinnamon sticks on the stove for an hour to add a pleasing
aroma to your space.
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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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Downsizing Prep: Common Heirloom Errors
Is downsizing in your future? If so, it's time to start considering what
that will entail.
Before it's time to move, take stock of what is in your home. Have you
kept anything for your kids that they really don't want? Have an open
conversation with your children to determine whether what you consider a
precious family heirloom would simply be clutter in your child's home.
Put the following items at the top of the list to discuss. These are
three of the most common things parents keep that their kids would
prefer never to inherit.
**Books**: Even if your children love to read, it's likely they don't
want your old books (and they probably have their own growing collection
they will have to purge some day). If you suspect any of your books are
valuable, do a search online or contact a book antiquarian. Otherwise,
consider donating the books to a library or used book store.
**Fine dinnerware**: Has your child ever used a cup and saucer for
morning coffee? Would he or she use silver flatware? For that matter,
have you used any of these dishes in the past year?
Children and grandchildren typically don't want to store multiple place
settings of porcelain dishes. Go ahead and sell them to the consignment
shop or to a company that offers replacement pieces for consumers
seeking specific patterns.
**Paper piles**: Do you have shoeboxes of greeting cards, letters and
photos stashed under your bed? Piles of paper are overwhelming and
nearly impossible for others to sort through. Say goodbye to those
papers that aren't critical (insurance policies, tax information, etc.).
Read through cards once more; then recycle them. Scan photos to create
digital files, or frame your favorites to pass along. Then get rid of
the rest.
**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
License # 40008935
Breckenridge Events
Wednesday, November 7. Breck and Keystone Ski Resorts open!
Sunday, November 11. Art and Mimosa Sundays. ReadyPaintFire! 323 Main
Street.
Friday, November 23. A 70s flashback celebrating the 45th anniversary of
the Breckenridge Backstage Theatre.
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A Note from Kelli
I love this time of year. The slopes are about to open, the air is crisp
and cool and Thanksgiving is just around the corner.
I want to wish you all a wonderful Thanksgiving, celebrated with friends
and family, as well as a great time skiing or shredding in our beautiful
mountains.
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Ask Kelli: This Month's Question
**How long does it take to buy a home?**
Home buyers can expect their purchase to take between 30 and 45 days
from the time their offer is accepted to the closing date. This is the
average time span under normal market conditions.
However, there are exceptions. Some buyers are able to get a deal
together in less time if they are well-prepared and encounter no
obstacles.
At other times, in hot markets, high sales activity may slow down the
process. Lenders may be swamped with transactions they are trying to
push through underwriting. Inspectors and appraisers may have longer
lead times for appointments.
Each delay of a day or two can extend the entire process an extra week
or more. I can inform you about the current market conditions in Summit
County, so you can plan your home search and your move accordingly.
This newsletter and any information contained herein are intended for
general informational purposes only and should not be construed as
legal, financial or medical advice. The publisher takes great efforts to
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
any matter discussed or published in this newsletter. This newsletter is
not intended to solicit properties currently for sale.
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