by Cruikshank Realty | Sep 11, 2023 | Residential
6 Fix Ups: Prep Before Listing a House for Sale Time Needed for Prep and Maintenance It takes time to fix up a property to sell it for top dollar. The time investment depends on the size of your property and its condition. For a livable 1500 square-foot home, plan for...
by Cruikshank Realty | Mar 1, 2018 | Residential
Staging Tips That Help Homes Sell Quickly Home Staging Tips for a Faster Sale: The numbers don’t lie; often well-staged homes can see faster sales and higher offers than their cluttered counterparts. The key is getting an early start on the process. By beginning...
by Cruikshank Realty | Feb 27, 2018 | Residential
Vacation Home or Investment Property? Looking for a Second Home? Thinking about buying an investment property for steady cash flow? Want a vacation home for your family or a temporary home for your college-bound son or daughter? There are a few things you should...
by Cruikshank Realty | Dec 12, 2017 | Residential
Where does your credit score stand? Your Credit Score: Are you considering making a major purchase, like buying a home, this year? If so, your credit score will likely come into play. An understanding of the basics can help you effectively monitor and manage it....
by Cruikshank Realty | Jul 7, 2017 | Residential
Is it time to replace your front door? Your front door is one of the first things guests notice when visiting your home. In addition to providing security and protection, your front door can make a bold statement and reflect your personal style. But whether or not...
by Cruikshank Realty | Jun 27, 2017 | Residential
How to be Prepared for an Emergency Emergency Preparedness: Do you know what vital information to have on hand in the event of a natural disaster or family emergency? When an unexpected situation arises, there’s no time to sort through paperwork, no matter how...
by Cruikshank Realty | May 15, 2017 | Residential
Create a Home Maintenance Checklist Home Maintenance Checklist: Your vehicle requires routine maintenance to run smoothly, and the same goes for your house. Without service reminders, however, it can be easy to forget to tend to all the systems that keep your house...
by Cruikshank Realty | Apr 18, 2017 | Residential
Should you buy a Fixer-upper or a move-in ready home? Buy Fixer Upper or Move-in Ready Home? Shows like HGTV’s “Fixer Upper” have popularized the idea of buying and renovating the worst house on the best block. Homes that need major remodeling,...
by Cruikshank Realty | Mar 24, 2017 | Residential
Calculating the value of Home Renovations: Home renovation reality shows have inspired many homeowners to consider costly upgrades for their own homes. While many home improvement projects are worthwhile, it’s important to know which ones are worth it from an...
