Central Oregon Real Estate Addict - The Art of the Sale

  Good morning readers! I was at a listing yesterday and was asked "what do I need to do to improve my curb appeal". This is a question I get frequently. Especially in the fall & winter months. Most of our clients are not sure what to do when it comes to preparing the outside of their homes. The cheapest as far as cost goes is clean. You want your outside to reflect the inside of your home. Neat, clean, and clutter free. With a little sweat equity you can achieve this. However, I found this great article on some simple steps to improve your curb appeal without spending a small fortune. Enjoy! Cheers,  Elle  Like my content? Find more on these platforms:  Facebook, IG, and TikTok: @realtor.elle.frias   EASY WAYS TO IMPROVE CURB APPEAL * Walk across the street and look at your overall landscape. * Are shrubs trimmed neatly? Windows and doors shouldn’t be overshadowed by overgrown bushes. * Clear your entry, sidewalk, and plant beds of leaves and debris. *...

 Good morning readers!  I want to thank everyone who has been reading my blog! I sincerely hope you find this information useful even if you are not necessarily in Oregon. However, here in Central Oregon the weather is starting to change (Well, at night at least). Here is an article I read about tips to help prepare your home for the winter. This article reflects the top 5 things I tell my buyers and homeowners to be sure to have done every single year before winter comes! I hope you have a super day! Cheers,  Elle Like my content? Find more on these platforms:  Facebook, IG, and TikTok: @realtor.elle.frias  FIVE QUICK TIPS TO GET YOUR HOME READY FOR WINTER Roof repairs:  If you can safely get onto your roof to inspect for missing shingles or other factors that may lead to a leaky roof, now’s the time to do it! If not, call in a professional organization and have them take care of the rooftop work for you. Seal it off:  Inspect doors and windows t...

 Happy Monday Readers,  I hope everyone had a great weekend! I woke up this morning feeling very excited for winter! Since I live in such a beautiful area that has real changing seasons, I thought I would share these very helpful tips for house hunting. Do you take into consideration the different season that Central Oregon has when purchasing? If you do, congratulations you are ahead of the curve! If you never thought about it, that's ok I have you covered! Here are some very helpful tips to keep in mind when you are looking at homes. Be sure to check out our website to see homes that are listed in Central Oregon www.gogould.net  Cheers,  Elle  Like my content? Find more on these platforms:  Facebook, IG, and TikTok: @realtor.elle.frias  A Home For All Seasons: Year-Round Considerations Whatever time of year you find yourself shopping for a new home, it’s important to give some thought to what that home will be like throughout the rest of the yea...

 Hello Readers,  Happy Friday! I  hope all of you have a fantastic weekend and enjoy doing whatever you enjoy most in Central Oregon. Do you enjoy the fall? Fall happens to be one of my favorite seasons. Yes, I am a pumpkin spice freak! Speaking of pumpkin spice, here is some interesting information on how to properly get your 'smells right' if you are listing your home. Some of the most beautiful homes can sit on the market for long periods of time. It's not necessarily because they aren't priced well, it could be something as simple as how the home smells when you first walk in. These small details are often over looked. Here are some great tips and tricks I hope you find useful. Cheers! -Elle                                    Home Staging: Fragrance, Smells, and Odors Nothing smells better than clean! The source of the most common problem odors: pets...

 Dear Readers, This is my first Thoughtful Thursday! Below you will find some great information on staging your home before you list! Staging your home is an excellent way to make it as market-friendly as possible! When professional stagers first look at a home, one of the first things they notice is what needs to be removed. They know that the bigger a room looks, the more attractive it will be to buyers. Great staging means taking away, as much as it means adding to or changing a room. If clutter is a problem, buyers are distracted—they notice the disorder when they should be seeing the beautiful features of your home. I thought you’d enjoy a few de-cluttering tips from the pros…they’ve come in handy for me and many homeowners over the years. Sincerely, Elle Frias, Broker  www.gogould.net Gould & Associates Realty, La Pine, OR