Posts Tagged ‘Home Improvement’
Should You Get a Pre-Listing Appraisal Before Selling Your House?
As home prices fluctuate and buyers focus on affordability, sellers might take a closer look at how they price their homes. Written for Redfin by Ashley Cotter. Edited by Silvestri Properties. One question that comes up often before listing: Can a pre-listing appraisal help set the right asking price before a home hits the market. In most cases, sellers…
Read MoreNew Homeowner Checklist: 20 Things to Do When Moving to a New Home
Becoming a homeowner is a major milestone for most, and whether it’s your first home or your fifth, there’s nothing quite like the excitement of walking through your front door knowing it’s yours. Written for Zillow by Jennifer Lyons. Edited by Silvestri Properties In all that whirlwind of unpacked boxes, stacked furniture, and new keys,…
Read MoreTop Deal Breakers When Buying a Home
While no home is “perfect,” hear from an agent on common red flags that deter buyers. Written by Susan Kelleher for Zillow, Edited by Silvestri Properties We all have preferences for how we want to live, and what kind of house inspires joy, so there’s no hard and fast rules for when to walk away…
Read MoreHow to Prepare for a Home Appraisal (and What You Need to Know)
If you’re planning to sell or refinance your home, understanding how to prepare for a home appraisal can make a big difference. By Allie Drinkward for Redfin. Edited by Silvestri Properties.An appraisal determines your home’s market value and can affect how much a lender is willing to finance or how much equity you can tap…
Read MoreBest Home Improvements to Increase Value
Renovating doesn’t always mean big returns. See which improvements pay off when you sell. Written by Jessica Rapp for Zillow on August 11, 2025. Edited by Silvestri Properties Whether you’re thinking of selling in the next six months or a few years down the road, remodeling with return on investment (ROI) in mind is a smart financial move.…
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