Vacant houses can cause insurance problems
A vacant house
might be appealing to many people including vandals, someone needing a place to
spend the night, or even teenagers looking for a place to hang out. However,
it's not very appealing to insurance companies.
Why use an
agent?
When you have
decided to buy or sell a home, the services of a qualified real estate
professional are of utmost importance. Here are the advantages of working with
an agent.
Before you
move
Use this helpful
checklist as a reminder of the things you need to do before you move.
Printable moving day checklist click here!
Agree on a
marketing plan
Your property is
not something you sell everyday. In fact, for many people it is their largest
asset. A house is very complex to market and the process needs to be well
organized. To do the job properly a plan is needed.
Preparing for
home inspection
One step that is
inevitable in the home selling process is a visit from a professional house
inspector. The following are steps that should be taken to ensure your
inspection is a success. It is a good idea to be aware ahead of time of any
serious problems that may be present in your home so you will be prepared to
deal with them.
- Ensure that past
home renovations have not damaged the structure of the home.
- Ensure that the
electrical and wiring systems are safe and acceptable.
- Ensure there are
no leaks evident.
- Ensure that all
faucets & fixtures are in good working condition and free from cracks.
- All heating and
cooling systems may have to be checked to ensure they are up to
date.
- Also, a general,
unbiased overview of your home by a neighbour or friend.
