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[yourrealtorreena]

🙋🏼‍♀️Imagine this.. you’re looking for your 🆕 home 🏠and you find a home that ☑️ almost all the boxes EXCEPT …. “NO OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE” – what would that look like for you? Or would it be the lack of a walk in closet? Lack of finished basement space?Only 1 bathroom? What would be your #1 deal breaker when looking for your 🆕house? PS – If you’re considering starting the home buyer journey, I have a completely free guide I created to help you find a house you’ll love (hold the buyer’s remorse or cold feet!) It will help you feel confident when the time comes to write an offer on the house you fall in love with! Even if you’re 12 months out from starting the process, you can still get your hands on a copy today! Comment below or send me a DM and I’ll send it over! Or you can shoot me a quick email to request it at reenagleason@kw.com! #rirealtor #yourrealtorreena #firsttimebuyer #rirealestate #wannabuyahouse #makingrealestatefunagain #whosyourrealtor #makingsmartchoices #ilovewhatido #homebuyers #marealtor #marealestate #letsdothis (at Rhode Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/BzGAY7xnlva/?igshid=r6t3zbzzi1vq

[qualityhomedeals-blog]

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[realtorjohnross]

I did a little self reflecting today looking back at the last 15 years of my career, I asked myself what home owners have struggled with the most when selling their home. The top thing that came to my head was not knowing all the costs associated with selling their home to begin with. Home sellers not having the resources to know what costs they are getting into before hiring a Realtor. I think this has affected the level of trust home owners have in Realtors. 

I want to shed  light on this matter by keeping the home sellers of Massachusetts informed and confident about the costs involved in selling their home.

Tax Stamps: Massachusetts home sellers are required to pay tax stamps of $4.56 per thousand dollars of the sales price. Tax stamps may change slightly depending on the area. Consult with your local Realtor to verify,

Commissions: Realtors commission rates may vary but generally consist of a 4-5% of the sales price.Its not the commission that is the problem, its hiring the wrong Realtor who isn't going the extra mile and putting your interests first.

Title V Septic inspection: by law, this is required by lenders and must be done upon transfer of Real Estate with a mortgage. Unless you are serviced by a public sewer, this is a cost of around $800 dollars.

Attorney Fee’s: Representation by an Attorney will cost $850 - $1200.

Smoke & Carbon Monoxide detector inspection: By law, MA home seller must have both inspected by the fire dept. prior to closing. New smoke detectors range between $150 - $400.

New Deed: By law, home sellers are required to prepare a deed for the buyer which is done by your lender for $100-$150.

Misc. Expenses: filing fees and other minor expenses involved in processing your transaction all the way to closing day will also be added.

Plan ahead and stay in the loop so you don't get any surprises later. Those are no fun... If you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask!

[yourrealtorreena]

🛑 ✋ When is the last time you checked your Zestimate? Here’s why you should stop!⁣ ⁣ Your neighbor’s house just sold in less than ONE WEEK during a global pandemic. The first thing you do.. open up your laptop and check your Zestimate! Guilty? Here’s why your Zestimate shouldn’t be where you’re looking if you want to make smart real estate decisions!⁣ ⁣ 1. Zillow has never been inside your house! They don’t know about the recently refinished hardwood floors, the quartz countertops in the kitchen and massive shower you had installed. Zillow doesn’t know! That means you shouldn’t be looking to them to check how much your home is worth (what they like to call your “zestimate”).⁣ ⁣ 2. Inaccurate data – have you ever seen a house for sale on Zillow only to realize it actually sold months ago? I have. Zillow isn’t always 100% accurate. It doesn’t know anything about the neighbor’s house that sold or what the assessed to sale ratios are in your market. The information on Zillow is mostly computer generated.⁣ ⁣ 3. Zillow doesn’t have their Real Estate license. There are so many factors to consider when you’re thinking about putting your house on the market and it’s important to make that decision when the time is right for you, based on your unique circumstances.⁣ ⁣ #yourrealtorreena #nozestimates #homebuyer #RIrealestate #remaxagent #getyourhomevalue R.I. realtor #marealtor #remaxadvantagegroup #listwithreena #warwickri #coventryri #cranstonri #pawtucketri #smithfieldri #narragansettri (at Warwick, Rhode Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/CAiA2ptnTA6/?igshid=jq6arv92dse1

[yourrealtorreena]

🛒 My 🔝 3 favorite places for shopping home decor!⁣🛒 ⁣ Whether I’m adding to my staging collection or decorating my own house, I always start with these 3!⁣ ⁣ 🎯Target – So obvious but it really is my #1!! You can get so much crossed off your list here from bookshelf decor to inexpensive linens and even some furniture! If you need a console table or ottoman but don’t want to splurge, try Target first.⁣ ⁣ 🪑Wayfair – They have such a huge selection and the shipping is super quick! If you’re wanting to swap outdated light fixtures for something more modern, need a ladder desk for a cramped space or a new living room rug, check Wayfair! They also have a huge selection of faux plants which are perfect for staging (search their faux olive trees, they are gorgeous).⁣ ⁣ 🧺World Market – From the little things to the bigger things, they always have something good! I buy jars of glass hand soap which you can refill and will add instant style to your bathroom counter. I also love their faux plants, lamps, candle selection and vases.⁣ ⁣ Where is your favorite spot for home decor?⁣ ⁣ ⁣ #yourrealtorreena #stagedtosell #rirealtor #remaxagent #marealtor #homedecor #target #wayfair #worldmarket #onlineshopping ⁣ ⁣ (at Warwick, Rhode Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/B_8vdSIHd-W/?igshid=l57682j7d6pk

[yourrealtorreena]

🌍 Happy Earth Day! The best investment on earth is indeed earth. They aren’t making more of it—it’s important to protect the earth we have. Invest in a slice of the earth today with your dream home. Call to learn more about our virtual home buyer and seller programs or visit our website! #yourrealtorreena #investinearth #earthday2020 #remaxagent #remaxadvantagegroup #rirealtor #marealtor #virtualhomebuyerprogram #virtualhomesellerprogram #weareallinthistogether #rhodeislandrealestate #reenaandassociates (at Rhode Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/B_SeljvHSCy/?igshid=15ii5632b3iwh

[yourrealtorreena]

🧺Double tap if you’re at the Grey’s Anatomy level of washing your hands like you’re scrubbing in for surgery! 🧼 Today, I’m channeling my inner Meredith Grey – scrubber combined with Monica Gellar – cleaning the cleaning supplies, to give you your disinfecting to do list. Here’s what to scrub down ASAP. So crack open a new container of Clorox wipes or make your own. Mix a splash of bleach into a bucket of water and dip paper towels in one at a time, then put them in a zip lock bag! Your remote controls (TV, video game controls, etc) Doorknobs Your phone (do this daily!), your wallet, and the exterior of your bags, backpacks, diaper bags. Laptops, iPads, and keyboards Food deliveries (wipe down what you get delivered before putting it in your cabinets Wash your sheets! Use the sanitary cycle to do a deep cleaning and dry on high heat! Happy disinfecting! Did I miss anything you’ve been disinfecting daily? Comment below and let me know! #yourrealtorreena #remaxadvantagegroup #rirealtor #marealtor #disinfectantcleaning #weareinthistogether #stayhealthycovid19 #homeownertipsoftheday (at Rhode Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-7EvDbHLt1/?igshid=rddm96ebslmj

[yourrealtorreena]

👩🏼‍💻 MODERN 👨🏻‍💻 is the new normal! Here’s what you can expect if you schedule a VIRTUAL buyer or seller consultation with me! If you’re thinking about buying or selling this year, now is a great time to start the conversation, from the comfort of home! Contact us by calling or texting us today at 401/258-7772. #yourrealtorreena #rirealtor #rhodeislandrealestate #virtualhomebuyingprogram #virtualhomesellingprogram #virtualrealestatesolutions #remaxagent #marealtor #homebuyer #homeseller #weareinthistogether #reenaandassociates #warwickrealtor #warwickrealestate (at Rhode Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-uXOBuHinr/?igshid=rexp1r81vguo

[yourrealtorreena]

👩🏼‍💻 MODERN 👨🏻‍💻 is the new normal! Here’s what you can expect if you schedule a VIRTUAL buyer or seller consultation with me! If you’re thinking about buying or selling this year, now is a great time to start the conversation, from the comfort of home! Contact us by calling or texting us today at 401/258-7772. #yourrealtorreena #rirealtor #rhodeislandrealestate #virtualhomebuyingprogram #virtualhomesellingprogram #virtualrealestatesolutions #remaxagent #marealtor #homebuyer #homeseller #weareinthistogether #reenaandassociates #warwickrealtor #warwickrealestate (at Rhode Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-uW2kiHfQF/?igshid=bfjegn404xax

[yourrealtorreena]

✔️🗒Your April Homeowner Checklist 🏡✔️has arrived! Just in time to give you more ideas of what you can take care of in your home this month while you #stayhome. I am here to help in anyway you may need. Remember, #weareinthistogether ! #yourrealtorreena #remaxadvantagegroup #homeownerupkeep #rhodeislandhomeowners #remaxagent #quarantine2020😷 #rhodeislandrealestate #rirealtor #marealtor (at Rhode Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-cVAEJHtxu/?igshid=p6j4t06bbpce

[yourrealtorreena]

📦😷Congratulations to my clients!Amidst this pandemic and our new way of buying and selling real estate we managed to have their home under contract in less than two weeks. Now is a great time to be preparing your home for market. If your thinking about upsizing or downsizing give us a call and we can prepare and help you get your home ready to list while searching for your new home! #yourrealtorreena #rirealtor #marealtor #providencerealestate #elmhurstprovidence #remaxagent #rirealestate #forsaleri #undercontract #soldduringcovid19 #reenaandassociates #listwithreena #remaxadvantagegroup (at Providence, Rhode Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-ZhsCAHzWv/?igshid=1mkbmvcbqrolo

[yourrealtorreena]

This is a first for most of us, the current situation of Covid 19 is something most Americans have never dealt with. It’s affected everyone’s day to day life and there are so many questions we all have about how this pandemic will affect our future lives. One of the areas I can help answer questions about is the real estate market in its current state. Feel free to reach out with any questions with a private message or comment below. I’m here to help and as always help navigate the current real estate market during these times. #yourrealtorreena #rirealtor #rirealestate #realestatequestions #marealtor #remaxagent #buyrealestate #sellreslestate #iloverhodeisland #warwickcommunity #coventrycommunity #cranstoncommunity #providencecommunity #westwarwick #weareinthistogether #stay-home #remaxadvantagegroup (at Rhode Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-W5QAoHSa3/?igshid=1fgpbkulwm2az

[yourrealtorreena]

📦Definitely pack these 3 things before your house hits the market: Gallery Walls of family photos – of course we love our families and we’re so proud of our kiddos, grand kiddos, nieces & nephews, you name it and want the world to see how wonderful they are. But when it comes time to sell, we don’t want the world to see them. We want the buyers walking through your home to envision their own kids, grandkids, romantic date nights with their husband, birthday parties and Christmas dinners – not yours! So pack those things up! Anything smaller than a baseball – accessorizing and shelf styling is great but it’s important not to have tons of knick knacks cluttering your space! The simple rule of thumb is to remove anything smaller than a baseball! Small kitchen appliances – toasters, blenders, espresso machines, electric wine openers, you name it. The goal is to keep the counters cleaned off (think model home) and only have out a simple candle or vase of fresh flowers. Pack the rest away even if it’s in an easy to reach cabinet nearby! Need help and tips on organizing your home to be ready to sell? Give me a call and I’m happy to help free of charge! #yourrealtorreena #rirealtor #marealtor #remaxagent #remaxadvantagegroup #listwithreena #sellmyhouse #rihomeseller #stagedtosellri (at Warwick, Rhode Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-KVEvuHzCX/?igshid=mu5amwlptppw

[yourrealtorreena]

🏠🥂One of our 2020 New Homeowner Kits:🥂🏠 -Bread, so you’ll never go hungry -Salt, so your life always has flavor -And a candle for the bathroom because, you know! Bonus Essentials: your favorite bottle of wine & a cute towel for the kitchen Becoming a new homeowner can be overwhelming but when it’s closing day all first timers breathe a sigh of relief. I love to give my clients a personalized homeowner gift along with their closing basket. Usually there is a treat or two inside that can be used when celebrating the accomplishment of buying your first home! How great is this new first time homebuyer closing basket?!? #yourrealtorreena #rirealtor #marealtor #closingtimefirsttimer #rirealestate #firsttimehomebuyer #clienttreats #letscelebrate #2020homeownership #reenaandassociates #remaxadvantagegroup #remaxadvantagegroupri (at Rhode Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9po1auHE21/?igshid=1ikqz5qv25qsg

[yourrealtorreena]

Starting something new is one of the hardest things there is to do. No one likes to feel uncomfortable or vulnerable, lacking confidence. It’s so much better when you feel like “I got this!” and you know the ropes. But the magic happens when we step outside of our comfort zones and take chances. What is something new you’ve wanted to try but haven’t taken the leap? It might be attending a class at the gym, changing career paths, or starting a side hustle. For me using video for real estate or anything for that matter, has been something I wouldn’t do because I wasn’t comfortable with myself and the sound of my voice on 🎥. Well, the time has come for me to step out of my comfort zone and take a chance. If you’re still reading, then just screen shot this quote and save this as a reminder that you are brave enough to be bad at something new. And the sooner you start, the sooner you’ll be to the “I got this thing phase”! Best of luck on your new experience and let us all know how things progress! #yourrealtorreena #thequinngleasongroup #remaxadvantagegroup #remaxadvantagegroupri #remaxagent #rirealtor #marealtor #teamleader #motivationmonday (at Rhode Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/B884fDtn56R/?igshid=zvu937cffrr

[yourrealtorreena]

6 Tips for House Hunting Over the Holidays Are you moving to a new town for work, losing your lease in January, or have your home under contract and need to move soon? You may be dreading the prospect of house hunting over the holidays, but, cheer up. There are some good reasons to get out there and look. Here are some reasons why, and some tips for finding the right home amid the holiday season. Remember that sellers who are showing their home over the holidays may also need to move soon and may therefore be more motivated to negotiate on price. There may be less inventory available, but I can help you find off market properties. Often homeowners take their listings down over the holidays, but I can use my Realtor network to communicate your needs to agents whose clients want to sell, but don’t want December showings. We may just find the perfect house with a seller willing to work with us. Be patient with homeowners willing to show their homes and make the most of your showing time. Try your best to be on time for your showing appointment and be free of distractions. Leave the kids with a sitter, and if you are buying with a spouse or partner, schedule showings when you both can attend together, so as not to waste anyone’s time. Look past holiday décor. Don’t be distracted by garland, lights, and trees. Make sure you take time to look past decorations to see every corner and fixture in the home. Do your homework before you go looking. Scrutinize pictures or video tours. I can help you research properties ahead of time to make sure we are not wasting time looking at homes that will not make work for you. Last but not least, give me a call! Whether you’re in my area or not, I can help you buy or sell no matter where you live. If it’s your first time buying a home, or if you’d just like to refresh your memory — comment below or DM me for a copy of my home buyer guide! #yourrealtorreena #rirealtor #marealtor #homebuyer #holidayhomeshopping🎁🏡🌟🎄 (at Rhode Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/B55swxdnXiB/?igshid=1wyr3lqysc2m3