Raleigh Real Estate

The temperature is quickly dropping and so may be the number of potential buyers you are seeing come through your home this time of year.  It is essential to make the most of all the showings you have during this time of year to catch the eye of those potential homebuyers in Clayton, NC.
Over the past few months, Mother Nature has done her part to help spruce up your home’s curb appeal.  However, now the trees are bare and the flowers have died, and it is time for you to make your home show the best from the outside. There are a few things you can do to help your home attract traffic, and hopefully an offer, during this time of year.

De-clutter your yard: When you look around your yard, notice any items that may still be lying around that are left from this summer.  If you have summer lawn furniture that has not been brought indoors, now would be the time to do so.  Do not forget to remove all hoses from the faucet.

What condition is your driveway in: The warmer weather we have experienced this past summer can do damage to blacktop driveways.  The heat causes asphalt to expand and crack, which can quickly lead to damaged driveways.  If you have these cracks, you will want to get them repaired.  If left unfixed, water will find its way into those cracks and, upon a freeze; it can cause even more damage.

What shape are your gutters in: When is the last time you have cleaned your gutters?  With the freezing and thawing that occurs during this time of year it’s imperative that your gutters are in good shape and free of leaves and dirt.  When your gutter is clogged, you are at risk for water backing up causing damage to your roof shingles.

Make sure all porches and decks are in perfect condition: If your porch or deck is in need of repairs and you have put them off, you may want to get those repairs taken care of now.  Heavy snow and ice can cause further damage which could cause the repairs to become more costly in the months to come.

Don’t forget the furnace: With the arrival of cold weather, a furnace in tip top working condition is what any buyer will be looking for.  Schedule your annual furnace check-up now.  A furnace that is not working properly can endanger your health and potentially cause you to lose a sale.

Keep in mind you will have potential buyers visiting your home and you want it to be a safe and positive experience. Keeping your driveway and sidewalks shoveled is a must. Keep salt on hand for those days that we have ice.

If you are interested in buying or selling a home in the Raleigh area, contact Rodney Geohagan. The Geo Team is here to help you with all of your real estate needs. Rodney Geohagan is a certified distressed property expert who has the experience to help you sell your home and is qualified to help you with all options before it is too late. There are many questions about how the short sale process works and whether a homeowner would be better off selling short or signing over their deed in lieu of foreclosure. Rodney has the answer and would love to sit down for a confidential review of your options.