TOP TIPS FOR STAGING YOUR HOME

A recent survey from the National Association of Realtors® revealed that 77 percent of buyers’ agents said staging a home makes it easier for potential buyers to visual it as their own. That’s why here at Breakthrough Broker, we believe staging is not to be overlooked! Here are our top tips.

1. Dress up your yard. First impressions count, and the first one your home gives comes from the exterior. Mow the lawn, clean up shrubbery, rake any leaves, clean the walkway and driveway, plant in-season flowers, and pull up any unsightly weeds.
2. Reduce personal items. Make it easier for buyers to imagine themselves making your house their home by removing personal photos and knick-knacks from shelves, walls, and counters. Instead replace them with clean, simple décor, such as abstract paintings, nature images, vases, plants, and more.
3. Organize your storage areas. Storage is a huge selling point. Tidy up and clear out the accessible closets and cupboards in the home and make sure to point them out during an open house or showing.
4. Appeal to the senses. Consider ways you can appeal to potential home buyers’ other senses. During a viewing or open house, bake some fresh cookies or burn delicious smelling candles and play light, relaxing music in the background.
5. Consider turning to an expert. With their knowledge of current trends and great eye for design, professionally certified stagers can transform a home in a variety of ways and have a keen sense of what home buyers want and expect in a home. Investing in hiring a pro may pay off in dividends.

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My husband and I went from our home in NC to Florida for Clearwater Jazz Holiday this year. While there, I had my professional head shots done for my travel and real estate businesses and he was invited to help with the media department at the Jazz Holiday. Although I had fun and met new people, I am happy to be home again. Here are some photos from out journey.

Clearwater Jazz Holiday

The Clearwater Jazz Holiday in Clearwater Beach, Florida is held yearly on the third weekend in October. There is an array of artists who perform. Some known locally while others are internationally known. Each year, I hear some who become instant favorites. The event is 4 days, Thursday through Sunday, of food, fun, music and meeting others who have a love for great music as well.
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SpEGGtacular is a great place for breakfast and/or lunch. They are located at 770 S. Gulfview Blvd in Clearwater Beach, Florida. We always stop in when we are in the area for the Clearwater Jazz Holiday every year. The prices are almost as good as the food!

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So our job, then, is to distinguish between the two types of prospects and give our time and attention to those who see the vision and want to put in the work to make it happen for themselves and their family. Doing that will save us from a lot of headaches and stress. Just remember, no matter how much you push, pull or tug, a round peg does not fit in a square hole.

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I heard on the news recently that a woman got hit by a train. It immediately got me thinking, how could that happen. As I read the story, it said the woman was driving and came up to the tracks and the arms were down. She got out of her car and manually raised the arms. As she was walking back to her car,  she was struck by the train.
There were so many unanswered questions and perplexing thoughts that came to my mind after reading the story.
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I have seen impatient people who have weaved their car through the flashing arms of a railroad crossing. And I wondered why. What's the big rush? And is getting there a few seconds earlier worth the enormous risk? I suppose to some it is. But for me, nothing is that serious for me to put my life in that type of danger. Sit there, be patient and count box cars or read an email or sing a favorite song. Life is precious and should be treated as such. Don't let anything or anyone get your mind and body in such a rush that you forget your worth.

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Who Will Carry Our Torch?

Who will carry our torch when our hands are no longer able? Who will walk the same path and uphold our dreams and build on what we have started? Will our legacy be strong in the hands of others or will the light of our torch fade because of an absence of passion or faith or caring?As we stand at the line, dreading, yet waiting to receive our torch, let's make sure we understand what we are about to recieve. Once received, please carry it respectfully, with dignity and determination and love. For one day, it will be passed along by us to others. The way we live our lives will determine if anyone else will want to receive our torch as their own and carry our legacy even further than we could ever dream.

If You Want to Buy a Home, Here Are Some DONT'S!

Buying a home can be the happiest time of your life. It can also be the most stressful. Here are some definite DONT'S when you are in the process of purchasing a home:

1. Use credit cards or get behind on them.
2. Buy a car.
3. Omit liabilities from your loan application.
4. Change jobs, become self-employed or quit your job.
5. Buy any large purchases on credit.
6. Originate any credit inquiries by applying for credit.
7. Change bank accounts.
8. Deposit large sums of money without checking with your loan officer.
9. Co-sign for a loan.

Any of the above actions could cause you to lose your positive loan status and not be able to get the home you want. 

For more information on buying your dream home, contact me, Brenda McMillian, North Carolina Real Estate Buyers Agent. I can help you with purchases within my area or anywhere in the US through my referral system. Call me at 704-294-9150 or email me at info@BrendaMcMillian.com.

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Every Day Should Be Celebrated!

Yesterday, my husband and I took my adult nephew and his wife out to lunch. Once we were seated, the waitress asked if we were celebrating any special event. I replied, "Every day above ground is a reason for celebration!" She smiled and said she agreed but she had to ask because that is what management wanted her to do. She turned out to be very kind, efficient and thorough. We enjoyed her waiting on us and making sure we had everything we needed.
This morning, when I was thinking about our meal, I thought again about what she asked. I do always try to celebrate every day of life. The first thing I do when I wake us, is offer a prayer of thanks for seeing another day. I realize that some people did not make it to see this day and that I have another day to get my life more in order from a physical, mental and spiritual standpoint. Even when I am in severe pain, I am still thankful. Even when something weighs heavily on my mind, I am still thankful. Even when I have to supplicate Jehovah with tears, I am thankful. Each day I attempt to find something to laugh about. If I cannot laugh, I try to smile. Life can be hard and sometimes there are days I do not want to get out of bed. But after I remember my life is a blessing, I am ready to face another day. As one person once said to me, "Better to be seen than viewed." I would have to agree. I just hope that each day I am able to impart that gratitude and thankfulness on to others. It could be as simple as a smile or a quick text or a word of encouragement to a stranger. Living in continual gratitude helps me to get through the not-so-easy days and helps me to look forward to the future with love and hope in my heart.

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