What Remodel Items will Improve my Home Value?

What Remodel items will Improve my Home Value? As we enter into the busiest home buying season, Denver sellers hoping to sell their homes, and get top dollar. Some common questions I get are -- what items should I remodel or update to get top dollar? How much can I do without over improving my home for the neighborhood? Kitchen Remodels Kitchen Remodels Denver real estate is on fire, and enjoying a serious Seller's Market and homes are reaping top dollar with updated kitchens with newer cabinets, solid surface counter tops and new appliances (stainless steel is popular). Bathrooms are the other area that are important to be updated. Kitchen & bath remodels/updates will usually realize approximately 60-70% of the dollars invested, as long as you don't go totally extravagant. Bathroom Remodels Bathroom Remodels Finished basements are desired, but do not get the same value as the above ground square footage, so be careful how much you spend. Many homeowners think improving their yards will reap big dollars, but only patio/decks (views too) and outdoor kitchens will give value. Buyers will appreciate any outdoor work, and will sell quicker. Outdoor Kitchens As a Denver Realtor, I remind Sellers to remember while upgrading, not EVERY penny goes into the sales price. Some of these upgrades need to be done for your enjoyment! Denver home buyers are looking for efficient furnaces and water heaters and new windows are good investments when thinking of selling. If a homeowner is thinking about doing some updating/remodeling, and you have ANY questions, call your Denver REALTOR to get advice, or you may not get the news you were hoping to hear when you get ready to sell!

Greenfield & Greenfield Estates - Aurora, CO 80016

Greenfield and Greenfield Estates are neighborhoods located in South Aurora. In this popular neighborhood you will find a few housing options - single family, townhomes and patio homes. Here are some stats for the neighborhood (last six months) - 14 homes sold - 75 avg days on market $340,962 avg sales price $500,000 highest sale price 6 current listings - $340,962 to $525,000 All 4-5 bedrooms, 2-4 car garages 5 under contract Greenfield homes Village Homes was the builder and was the #1 Best Builder Award in the early 2000’s. Homes in Greenfield were built from 1995 to 2002. Greenfield students attend Cherry Creek Schools - Elementary - Rollings Hills Middle School - Falcon Creek High School - Grandview Search here for homes available in Greenfield & Greenfield Estates. If you are thinking of buying or selling in Greenfield, call me!

When is the Best Time of the month to Close?

I have heard the best time of the month to close is the last few days of the month. This statement is due to the fact your closing costs shall be decreased as you get closer to the end of the month. The interest is always in arrears for your house payment, and the interest will be collected from day of closing to end of month. You get a month reprieve for your first house payment. It amounts to bringing a bit more to closing, or having a payment a bit sooner. Closing at the end of the month is quite busy not only with the title company but lenders too. This is a busy time of month, and when many buyers close all in the last few days of the month, means the closers are not only closing buyers and sellers, but also have to balance the figures with the lender. Often times these end of month closings are late and sometimes delayed due to everyone (lenders and title companies) being overbooked. Fridays are good days to close! With recent changes in the contract with possession and the need for post-closing documentation, Friday has become a popular day for closing. Buyers are able to complete the closing, take the rest of the day off, and move into their new home after closing & funding. I like to pick Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. With these days, you are not rushed by the closer, the lender has time to balance with the closer ON TIME, and everyone is a bit less stressed! Of course this date is negotiated between buyer and seller, and if the end of month is best for both parties - then it will close end of month!

9 Health Fair - Denver CO - 3/16/13 to 5/11/13

The 9 Health Fair will be in full swing this Saturday and offering low cost or free screenings at 9 Health Fair locations around the Denver metro area (sites outside the metro area have been added). Not all screenings will be offered at every site, so be sure to visit the web site to check where you would like to get your screenings done. Many screenings are FREE, and some are offered at a low cost. TIPS - ~ Do not eat 12 hours before having blood drawn, but DO drink plenty of water. ~ Diabetics should not fast. ~ Continue taking prescribed medications. ~ Must be 18 years of age or older to participate. There are many screenings that are FREE, and for a complete list of screenings - click here. You can locate a location close to you with this link, or you can call 1-800-332-3078. There are more FAQs on the web site - www.9HealthFair.org.