How Long Will It Take To Sell

How long will it take to sell a home is a key question asked by every seller during the listing presentation. The answer usually depends on price. If you price too high, not only will it take longer to sell, but you will typically get less money for the home than it is worth. Listings that languish in an overpriced status typically get "low-ball" offers from buyers. The longer on...

Whats that Sound? How to fix house noises

Just about every home makes a little noise, but sometimes the noises are not just charming creeks, they annoy you. Rather than calling Ghost Hunters, there are a few things that you can do to make those noises go away. In fact, sometimes those noises you hear are early warnings of a big problem waiting to happen - like a backed up sewer line. If you can figure out what...

Housing advice from Moms

Moms are the greatest. Although many moms are working today, they are still run the roost at home and have the best advise when it comes to home ownership. In honor of Mothers Day, Century 21 Hometown Realty celebrates the wisdom of mothers. Here is advice that we were able to locate from Moms. How much can you afford? Lenders like PrimeLending, our mortgage partner play a significant role in...

Aiming to sell takes focus

When selling a home in an unfavorable market, it can be hard to face some facts. Most likely, your home will not command the price you want. It might be hard to cut your losses and move on. And you may find you have more emotional ties to selling your home than logical ones. Such feelings are not a surprise, says retirement expert Jan Cullinane, author of “The New Retirement:...

Preparing for a Home Inspection

For buyers and sellers alike, home inspections are a crucial part of the home-buying and -selling process. While setting up a home inspection once you have an offer on your home is an important piece of the puzzle, taking the time to prepare for the inspection can be just as essential. Home sellers who take the time to get ready for the inspection will pave the way for a smoother inspection...

Simple Tips to Increase Your Central Coast Curb Appeal

Have you been wanting to change the look of your house but aren't sure what you can do to increase your curb appeal? Handyman Connection, one of the largest networks of home repair and remodeling contractors in North America, has released a few home improvement ideas to help you enhance the street view of your home. The front door is the gateway to your home and can often be an easy...

Arroyo Grande

Arroyo Grande A city nestled in the hills of the Central Coast of California, Arroyo Grande offers sparkling views of the Pacific Ocean. With a variety of microclimates, culture, and recreational activities, Arroyo Grande Real Estate is highly sought-after. Rich in history, as well as modern living, families thrive and new friends are discovered. Making this an ideal place to call home.