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HousingTrend eNewsletter , May 2010

Anne Polichetti — Fri, 07 May 2010 21:05:00 GMT

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The Benefits Of Home Ownership

Anne Polichetti — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 04:02:00 GMT

The Benefits Of Home Ownership

The decision to purchase a home is exciting and a major investment for your future. Because there is only so much of it to go around, real estate is the top choice for many investors and the desire for most families. This article is designed to highlight some of the many benefits of home ownership and how buying a home can often turn the American Dream into a reality.

One of the most profitable markets in real estate is rentals, which means that many families are paying to live in a home that isn't their own. In some cases, renting a home is necessary. For all others, the money that would be spent on rent could instead be used to pay a mortgage. In fact, monthly rent payments often exceed that of a typical mortgage payment. One of the greatest benefits of home ownership is putting money into something that you can call your own and knowing that the monthly payments are going toward your home's equity.

Speaking of equity, many properties experience a growth in value as more development moves into the area or the economy strengthens through an increase in job opportunities. If this happens, home values soar and owners can bask in the glory of their newfound profit. When you purchase a new car, it depreciates the moment that you drive off of the lot. When you buy a home, however, it has the potential to appreciate year after year. There are few things in life that can offer you a return above and beyond your original purchase price, but a home can.

When you own a home, you will enjoy the freedom of decorating and making any changes that you choose without needing the permission of a landlord or property owner. In addition, you may even be able to use your home's equity to finance some needed improvements and/or repairs. In some cases, these changes may even increase the value of your home. An upgraded kitchen or bathroom, hardwood flooring or an additional room are examples of changes that could result in added value.

Another advantage of home ownership is the tax benefits that are available. The interest paid on a home mortgage as well as most property taxes paid are tax deductible. For additional information on deducting mortgage interest and property tax, consult the IRS or a tax professional.

In addition to providing yourself and your family with a feeling of stability and permanence, home ownership can also help strengthen your credit profile through timely mortgage payments and a steady financial history.

Anne Polichetti,Realtor®GREEN

Wilgus Associates, Inc

1520 Savannah Road

Lewes, De 19958

302-645-9215

http://www.4sale2soldrealty.com

CELL 302-228-6253

Selling A House With Pets At Home

Anne Polichetti — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 03:42:00 GMT

Selling A House With Pets At Home

When we have pets, they quickly become a part of our family. But when it comes to selling your home, potential buyers may not be impressed by the presence of your four-legged family member. Whether it's due to allergies or a simple case of not being a lover of animals, many buyers shy away from a home with pets. The good news is that there are strategies you can employ to sell your house without a ruff time.

A Foolproof Solution

If you worry about potential home buyers being scared off by the presence of your pet, find an alternate location for them while you are showing the home. Perhaps a neighbor, family member or friend could watch your pet for a few hours. Otherwise, consider boarding your pet temporarily. Without the discomfort of an unfamiliar animal, buyers will be free to tour your home and envision their own belongings in it without having any distraction.

If All Else Fails . . .

If you cannot find a way to temporarily relocate your pet, place him/her in a pet carrier when buyers are touring your home. Animals should not remain in this type of unit for more than two hours at a time, but this should give buyers enough time to see the home and ask any questions. If you have an outdoor kennel or exercise pen, your pet may be satisfied here until the tour is over. Your main focus is to keep him/her from interfering with the tour and/or disturbing your potential buyer.

What's Left Behind

As every pet parent knows, animals often leave little surprises in some unapproved places. If you find yourself with carpet stains or pet odors, hire a professional cleaning company. If this fails, replace the carpet or consider installing hardwood floors. Buyers will see stains or smell the presence of an animal and may form an early opinion, which isn't likely to be favorable, before even giving your house a chance. Once your pets are out of the house, remove their litter box or training pad(s) and clean the area thoroughly.

Staging

Many sellers are already aware of this term because staging a house is essential in the real estate business. If you have pets, remove any photos or other goodies, including toys and furniture, when showing your home.

Picture Perfect

When you sell a home, your REALTOR® will take photos for the listing. These images may appear in advertisements and/or on the REALTOR'S® Web site, which means they should represent everything that is wonderful about your home. Avoid any photos that show your pet, his/her toys or bed. Buyers are not looking for a pet, but rather a house that they can call home.

Legal Matters

Your local law may require that you inform potential buyers that a pet lives in the home. Nobody likes to see pet hair on the carpet or see a dirty litter box, but they do have the right to know everything about the house, including any pet presence.

Anne Polichetti,Realtor®GREEN

Contact Me Via text at 302-228-6253, email - annepolichetti@verizon.net

Cell- 302-228-6253, Office 302-645-9215 ext 108

Wilgus Associates, Inc

1520 Savannah Road

Lewes, De 19958

302-645-9215

http://www.4sale2soldrealty.com

CELL 302-228-6253

Follow Warren Buffet's advice to "Be cautious when people are being greedy and greedy when people are being cautious.

I'd like to talk with you about real estate questions

Anne Polichetti — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 03:51:00 GMT

My name is Anne Polichetti a real estate agent with Wilgus Associates, Inc located in Lewes, Delaware and I'd like to talk with you about real estate questions. I imagine that to a renter or first time buyer most real estate jargon sounds like Greek. But you may hesitate to call a REALTOR® with your questions for fear that you will then be harassed into doing something you don't want-like buying a home before you're ready!

As a REALTOR®, I am not interested in creating unhappy customers. My job security depends on creating long-term relationships with people who will want to use me again and again in the future. So let's say you are thinking about buying a home someday, but you have a lot of questions today. Well, it is definitely in my best interest to take care of your questions today so that when the big day rolls around (next year or the year after that) you will remember that friendly REALTOR®, (me!) who helped you way back when!!!

Now about those questions I mentioned? Don't worry-there aren't any bad questions! Real estate can be a complicated business. That's why I spent years learning all the ins and outs. There are no questions you could ask which would be any stranger than the ones I asked when I got started! So, give me a call at my office, 302-645-9215 ext 108 or on my cell phone at 302-228-6253 or click here http://www.4sale2soldrealty.com to find your own answers on my Web site.

I look forward to answering all your questions.

Sincerely,

Anne Polichetti,Realtor®GREEN

Wilgus Associates, Inc

1520 Savannah Road

Lewes, De 19958

302-645-9215

http://www.4sale2soldrealty.com

CELL 302-228-6253

Follow Warren Buffet's advice to "Be cautious when people are being greedy and greedy when people are being cautious."