kidsnkinship-bowlathon

Kids N’ Kinship Outreach

Vibrant Realty Supports Kids ‘n Kinship!

Looking back on 2018! Oh, what fun we had!!!!

It is so enriching to support your local community. We have developed amazing relationships and have been able to support so many people in our communities. April 2018 was a great Bowlathon supporting one of our favorite charities!

Kids ‘n kinship is a super charity that their Mission is to provide friendships to children ages 5-16 who are in need of a positive role model. They do have an amazing impact in our community!

 

Be Vibrant in your community! 

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Fall Newsletter

Right before school starts we try to get our last minute shopping and vacations in. Lots of hustle and bustle buying school clothes and supplies!!!!

Now we can take a breather and enjoy all of the many favorites of fall. My favorite things are to visit the Renaissance festival, apple orchards, take a drive up to Duluth and look at the beautiful colors and enjoy the current calmness of Lake Superior. There is so much natural beauty in Minnesota & Wisconsin.

Another one of my favorite activities is to buy investment properties and homes. This is a good time to negotiate a better deal on a home especially if it is vacant and the seller needs to sell.

I look for opportunities on homes that have been in the market or over 90 days that might have been originally listed too high for the condition of the property. Sellers tend to get really tired after 30 days of their home being on the market. This means you have more negotiating room on price!!!! I work with many investors, property managers, and wholesalers looking for opportunities. There are several things you want to look at like what would be your return on investment, cap rates, investment, and capital.

If you are interested in fall opportunities feel free to reach out.

 

#livingvibrant , Lisa Stevens

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Vibrant Realty Brings a little help to the Shawnee DEV- Golconda Food Pantry

As you know Vibrant Realty Donates 10% of their revenue to help in the community. We heard that the food pantry was in need of a little help so we had a rock painting party.
October 8th, 2017 Vibrant Realty will be at Golconda City Hall to hide 100 painted rocks each worth $10 donation to the local food pantry. We are hoping to get the whole town involved in finding the rocks and taking pictures with the rock they found and posting it on their facebook and sharing it to www.facebook/vibrantrealty
Vibrant Realty will donate $1,000 to Shawnee Dev-Golconda
CEO Lisa Stevens says,’ its not just about writing a check it’s about engaging the community to work together’.

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Make Your Property More Attractive for Homebuyers

Ensure a Good First Impression

Homebuyers make up their minds about a property in the first few minutes. Make sure your home makes that vital first impression. New paint does wonders. Make sure the front yard is flawless with manicured lawns and attractive foliage. Add a hanging basket or some flower pots at the door. The front door is also critical, make sure the hardware is presentable.

Make them Feel Welcome

Don’t forget buying a home is in many ways an emotional decision, so it’s important to give buyers that warm and fuzzy feeling! Keep the temperature in the home at a comfortable level. Light some candles in the bathrooms and make sure it smells nice and clean. Have fresh flowers around the house.

But don’t make it too personal

Make them feel welcome, but don’t go too far. Too much personality, for example in the form of personal possessions and family photos makes it hard for buyers to visualize living in the space.

Clear out the Clutter

Make sure your property is clutter-free for all your viewings. This will make your home look and feel bigger, and the buyers will be able to imagine how they could make the space their own. Make sure that there is a clean, logical flow through the home by getting rid of all excess furniture. Less is more.

Improve Lighting

This is another way to make your home seem more spacious. Open all your curtains and flood the space with natural light. Make sure the darker rooms are also lit. Invest in some light fixtures and fittings, and place them strategically to illuminate even the gloomiest of areas.

Decorate to Sell That House

Slap on a fresh coat of paint in a neutral color to give it that blank canvas look but do not be too sterile. Have some contrast in the trim as well as the ceiling. Neutral colors make properties appear lighter and brighter, so take advantage of this inexpensive and easy option. You may also add color with decorative window coverings, rugs, and towels.

Clean Up Your Act

Your home should be spotless. Make sure the beds are made and the countertops are free of clutter. The dishes should be put away and nothing should be scattered on the floor. Don’t forget to tidy your garden too: Cut the shrubs back, sweep the patio, and wipe down the backyard furniture.

Those Minor Repairs You Put Off

It is easy to forget things such as broken doorknobs, cracked tiles, holes in walls and damaged but buyers will notice them first thing as they are walking around your home.

Maximize Your Space

The golden rule of selling is to make your space look and feel bigger and better than what your competitors have to offer. We’ve already mentioned that lighting your home, both naturally and artificially, can maximize your assets, but getting rid of bulky furniture can also be a great way of making the most of what you have. Large pieces of furniture make a space feel smaller, so put these items into storage and dress your home with more compact pieces.

Don’t Forget Your Floors

Make the investment of improving and investing in those floors. Worn carpets and damaged vinyl floors need to be replaced, and wooden floors especially should undergo some maintenance. This is not chap by any means, but the prospect of selling your home for the best possible price will likely outweigh the cost.

Remove Pets During Showings

You do not need to remind the potential buyer that the previous owner kept pets.

Try to remove your pets from your home when you are showing the home. Having a pet in the house or yard can create complications for your agent while trying to show the house, and puts your pet at risk of accidentally getting out during the showing. There are also liability issues to deal with as well. They may react differently to stranger and it may cause them stress. All pet-related damage should be repaired prior to showing the home. Make sure to also remove all odors and stains. New visitors will notice smells when they come to view the house. This is not something you want to happen. Have your carpet and floors professionally cleaned or replaced. Pick up any messes in the backyard and have any sod replaced and other damage repaired.

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