Help Us Choose Which Northwest Indiana Charity Wins!

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I have some really exciting news to share with you today. Recently, I challenged my team members to bring in 65% of their closed business from people they knew, past clients, or referrals, and they exceeded my expectations! We want to celebrate, but we need your help.

On June 30th, on whatever home(s) we close, we have decided to give that total commission to the charity you vote for!

We’ve selected local charities, and you get to vote. The charity in first place will get $3,000 or more, because we’ve committed to give at least $5,000 or more. The second charity will get $1,000, and the remaining charities will get $250.

Be sure to log on to www.boulderbayrealty.com to find a link to our Facebook page. For you vote to count, ‘like’ our Facebook page first!

On June 30th, we’ll know how much money we’ll donate and we’ll announce the winner on July 1st. Be sure to vote!

What Can You Do to Get Selling Results in Northwest Indiana?

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Have you ever watched one of those house flipping shows on HGTV, where they paint, do the cabinets, stage the home, and turn a huge profit? It may seem like TV magic, but those things actually work!

Before you list your home on the market, we highly recommend making sure all the “honey do” list items are taken care of. Fresh paint is one of many things that will bring you a favorable return on your investment, and hiring a professional stager will make your home stand out from the competition.

Our team has a stager on staff, so when you list with us, we’ll have them come out and give you guidance on what you need to do in order to appeal to the widest range of buyers.

Doing these things will attract more buyers to your home, and will help your home to sell quicker and for more money as a result!

If you have any questions about this topic, or if you need real estate assistance of any kind, please don’t hesitate to give us a call or shoot us an email. We would love to hear from you!

We’re Giving Away Our Commission to Charity

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Our real estate team has decided that when we close our 100th home, we’re not going to take the commission. We’re going to donate those funds to a local charity!

We encourage you to browse our website and see what charities you can give this money to. Next, you’ll need to go to our Facebook page and like it, and then you will be able to vote for the organization that will receive a donation. You can vote once per day, so please go vote for your favorite charities.

The charity in first place will get $3,000 and the remainder of the charities will also be peppered with funds from the home sale.

Get out and vote!

If you need any help with real estate in the Northwest Indiana area, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

How to Make a Stellar Offer on a Home in Northwest Indiana

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The best thing that you can do when you write an offer on a home is to research the neighborhood. Ask your real estate agent for help while doing this, and make sure that they have input on your offer.

You will need to look at comparable sales in the area to determine if you are asking the right price for the home. We can certainly help you craft an enticing offer with an attractive price. 

You don’t want to offer too much but you also don’t want to put in a low bid on a home. Also, you should try to have as few contingencies as possible on the home. 

Please contact us if you’d like to craft a winning offer on your dream home in Northwest Indiana!

Should You Be Worried About Real Estate in NW Indiana?

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Right now, there is a major housing shortage in Northwest Indiana, and we need your help! 

If you’ve considered selling your home, or if you’ve failed to sell at some point in the past, now is the perfect opportunity to give it another try. Buyers are out looking, but there are simply not enough homes available! 

In a market this tight, it’s not uncommon to get multiple offers when selling, which often results in a high purchase price. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to get top dollar and sell fast, now is the time to make a move!

If you have any questions about the state of the market, or if you need our assistance buying or selling real estate, we’re always available to chat. We would love to hear from you soon!

Congrats on Your Accepted Offer!

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Hey everyone! Bentley and I wanted to give you a huge congratulations on your accepted offer! Also, if you need to reserve our free moving van, please do so with our front desk. Call our office at 219-531-6683.

Your Purchase Agreement Checklist

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Below is a checklist that might be of some help to you. During this time, Angie Schott, with The Lynda Anderson Team, will be working with your lender, title company, insurance company, appraiser, etc.

Hopefully this is all pretty straightforward for you, but if you have questions, we're here for you!

If your lender requires additional information it is important to provide them with the documentation right away. Angie will be in contact with you regarding the progress of your home purchase.

If you need to contact Angie please feel free to call her at 219-531-MOVE (6683).

Again, CONGRATULATIONS!

The Next Step in Purchasing Your Northwest Indiana Home

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I just got word from your buyer specialist that we're through the home inspection and moving forward. We'll be sure to reach out to your lender right away so they can make arrangements to order your appraisal.

It can take some time in between when the appraisal order is placed and when the report is completed, but your lender will notify us once the report is in and all is good there.

In the mean time, if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call us. We would be happy to help you!

Upgrade Your Home with Little to No Cost

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You don’t have to spend money to make improvements in your home. It’s easy to upgrade your home at little to no cost at all. We’ve listed five effective ways to help you give your home a fresh feeling.

Declutter. Without spending any money, you can give your home a fresh look. Start by getting rid of things you don’t need.

Add or rearrange lighting. Playing with lights can make a room appear larger. Open window shades and feel better.

Invest in new hardware for kitchen cabinets. Instead of replacing cabinets entirely, hardware can add a fresh, polished touch to old fixtures. Consider it a new facelift. 

Repaint. With its minimal cost, paint can potentially be the biggest return on investment. If you’re going to add your home to the market, ensure your paint purchase is a soft, neutral tone. The walls should have a relaxed, even flow throughout different rooms.

Focus on your decor. Sometimes, you have too many things in a single room. My advice: less is more! It’s okay to pack up outdated furniture.

If there’s any topic you’d like to discuss, give me a call! I can research it and report back to you.