7 Strategies for a 2020 Open House In Roseville CA [INFOGRAPHIC]

Placer County 2020 Open House Status Currently, in Placer County we are NOT allowed to hold traditional open houses. At this moment in time, subject to change with LITTLE or NO notice, we could conceivably have a tiny open house requiring appointments spread far apart. Here in Roseville California, we are allowed to do virtual open houses, virtual tours with tools like Matterport, and virtual video tours where the agent goes alone to videotape the house. But that is all. Now, you may have seen or heard of a traditional open house going on. I keep hearing rumors of that but haven't seen any … Continue reading...

Summer is the New Spring for Selling Your Roseville Home! [INFOGRAPHIC]

Ten Tips to help you sell your Roseville home faster

Thinking of Selling Your Roseville Home? The health crisis slowed the market this spring, so Roseville home buyers are jumping back in and making their moves this summer! According to Dr. Jessica Lautz, Vice President of Demographics and Behavioral Insights, NAR, People are relying on virtual showings, virtual tours, virtual listings, even virtual open houses. So having something that looks beautiful with photos and videos is even MORE important right now. As the infographic above shows, here are 10 things to check off your list so your Roseville home is ready to sell this … Continue reading...

Time to Sell Your Vacation Home?

Do You Own a Vacation Home Near Roseville or Beyond

Coronavirus Leading to Many Selling Their Vacation Home The travel industry is one of the major sectors that’s been hit extremely hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, it’s hard to know how long it will take for summer travelers to be back in action and for the industry to fully recover. Homeowners who rent their secondary properties as a vacation home, on their own or through programs like Airbnb, which has over 660,000 listings in the U.S. alone, have been impacted in this challenging time. Some of these homeowners are considering selling their vacation homes, and understandably … Continue reading...

6 Reasons Why Selling Your Roseville House on Your Own Is a Mistake

There are many benefits to working with a real estate professional when selling your Roseville house. During challenging times like the one we face today, it becomes even more important to have an experienced Roseville real estate agent help guide you through the process. If you’re considering selling on your own, known in the industry as a For Sale By Owner or FSBO, please consider the following: 1. Your Safety Is a Priority During this pandemic, your family’s safety comes first. When you FSBO, it is incredibly difficult to control entry into your home. A real estate professional will have … Continue reading...

What is Important to Boomers when Selling their House?

If you are a “baby boomer” (born between 1946 and 1964), you may be thinking about selling your current home. Your children may have finally moved out. Your large, four-bedroom house with three bathrooms no longer fits the bill. Taxes are too high. Utilities are too expensive. Cleaning and repair are too difficult. You may be ready to move into a home that better fits your current lifestyle. Many fellow boomers have already made the move you may be considering. The National Association of Realtors recently released their 2019 Home Buyer and Seller Generational Report. The report revealed … Continue reading...

Home Selling AND Buying But Worried About Finding a Home?

Kaye Swain Roseville Real Estate Agent sells real estate Roseville

Home Selling and Buying Together Are you thinking of home selling and buying at the same time. You know, selling your current house now while interest rates are so wonderfully low before they head up even more than they've already gone? Then you can buy a new home and maybe even pay the same price for a bigger house? Or perhaps it's downsizing you're after? Maybe even one of the lovely senior retirement homes that abound in Roseville for boomers and seniors?Then you might actually be paying less per month! BUT you've heard the market is tight and homes are hard to find! What to … Continue reading...

For Sale By Owner Resources in Roseville CA

Kaye Swain Roseville REALTOR sharing FSBO For Sale By Owner Tips

Thinking of going the independent route with your home - For Sale By Owner or FSBO? It's definitely easier than it used to be. For Sale By Owner Years Ago I tried doing it about 20 years ago and it was an exercise in total frustration. The only people who came and looked were real estate agents who often talked down to me rudely, assuring me that I would never be able to sell it myself. It turned out they were right. Primarily because I was swamped caring for my young kids, dealing with work issues, and had NO CLUE what I was doing. It turned out selling your house on your own was hard … Continue reading...

How to Best Use My Home Equity

Kaye Swain Roseville Real Estate Agent sharing home equity information

What is Home Equity? Home equity seems to be a very simple calculation. The total amount of mortgages owed subtracted from the current market value of a home. Here is a simple example: Current Home Market Value $325,000 Existing Mortgage $225,000 Homeowner Equity $100,000 One side of the equation is well defined, and it is found on the monthly mortgage statement, the loan balance. The other side is less obvious — the current market value of the property. As a homeowner, your down payment purchases your initial equity. Then your monthly (or additional) principal payments increase … Continue reading...

7 Answers to the Question-What Do I need To Sell My House

Help me sell my house Are you getting your home ready to add to the MLS list of local homes for sale in Roseville CA or the surrounding Sacramento area. Have you started asking yourself, "who can I call to help me sell my house for a great price?" Perhaps you are wondering, "How can I sell my home fast?" House selling tips Of course, there are no guarantees in life for how fast you can sell your home at a good price but there are proactive steps you can take to help you do just that. 1. Start with a licensed REALTOR! Real estate agents have access to the MLS where local homes for sale … Continue reading...

How to Sell Your Home Tips and Resources

Kaye Swain Roseville real estate agent offers you free home value report

Making the Real Estate Process Easier for You When you're looking for a partner to help you negotiate the complexities required to sell your house, you've come to the right place. The experience, dedication and strong communication you'll receive here will help ensure the successful and profitable sale of your home: 1. The Local Advantage - Take advantage of a broad spectrum of technologies and tools to support selling your house from start to close. 2. Internet Advertising - Since the lion's share of home buyers start their search on the internet, top placement on search engines is … Continue reading...

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