De-Cluttering Your Home : A Key Step When Selling Your Home

26 Tips You Should Know To Get Your Home Sold Fast For The Highest Amount and Less Hassle!

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Because your home is more likely your largest asset, deciding to sell your home is not a decision that you should take lightly.

 Everyone wants to sell their home for top dollar,  fast and for the least amount of money.

26 Tips you should know to get your home SOLD for TOP DOLLAR @ the fastest time!

Tip #20  De-Cluttering Your Home : A Key Step When Selling Your Home 

How to make decluttering a key step before selling your home

The idea is, 
When selling, 
you want to showcase your house. .
Not your stuff!

I always advice my clients to make it a game. 
You can even make a contest with all your family members

Who dumps the most stuff in one single weekend!

The winner will ultimately be you. .as a seller

One test if an item is a candidate for decluttering
Hide it for a few days 
If no one is asking for it. .
You don't need it!

This is the time to reset your life. .seriously
Stuff all over the place clutters your mind. .
You almost become part of the problem. . 
Just get rid of it if you don't use it!

Less is more when it comes to stuff in your house 

To make your rooms look larger you need less stuff

You don't have to have something on every corner of the house. .

Small tables that just collect dust against a wall. .must go

Organize your bookshelves in an orderly fashion. . a few books a couple statues and that is it!

The kitchen is the key area for buyers

Take everything out of the drawers  and throw away storage containers that have no lids.

Condiments that you don't use anymore. .
All those gadgets that you purchased from infomercials . .they all must go away from the counter space

I advise you to hide any small appliances like toasters and mixers inside your cabinets.

An uncluttered counter-top sells . .even if your kitchen is from the 90's!

Please remove personal pictures and magnets from your refrigerator and clean it till it shines. . .a few weeks and you can put them back on!

There is no reason to have a 12 month supply of dry canned foods when you are going to be out of that house in 3 months!

A lot of people would love the donation at the local Salvation Army

While you at it. .

You know those clothes that still have the stickers hanging on your closet?

Come on!

Do you really need to keep that?

There are a lot of homeless children that would love to have clothes this Winter. . .unless you are Kim Kardashian. .get rid of it!

Remember 

Less stuff, less hassle for you. . and a quicker sale!

Watch this video where I discuss what items you should absolutely get rid of . . if you want to sell

26 Tips you should know to get your home SOLD for TOP DOLLAR @ the fastest time!

#1 Determine your home's value with your head and not your heart!

#2 You don't need a make over. .just move it over!

#3 Why are you selling?. . .a trick real estate agents use

#4 How should respond to Low Ball Offers?

#5  The DANGERS of Overpricing Your Home and How To Fix It!

#6  Make Buyers Bite with this trick!

#7 Negotiating Tips To Get More Money for Your House

#8 Should I put a lockbox on my For Sale By Owner House? 

#9 How to protect yourself from BOGUS HOME INSPECTIONS

#10 HELP: Neighbor from HELL is keeping me from selling my house

#11 Approval letters for Donald Duck the buyer

#12 Neat trick to protect your property from scammers

#13 How to hire a FREE Attorney for your sale. .

#14 What to do if the appraisal comes in low -- HELP!!!

#15 How much earnest deposit money should you ask as a FSBO?

#16 What to FIX before selling your house? 

#17 What are contingencies? and why they should matter to you..

#18 "Is that your best and final offer?

#19 De-Cluttering Your Home is a Key Step if you want to sell 

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My dedication to the pursuit of quality seller representation in MD, DC  or VA is my relentless determination to achieve perfection in my craft for the benefit of all my clients. I believe that my team of Real Estate Professionals  are uniquely qualified to give you the results you are looking for as a seller.No matter if you are selling today or maybe years down the road, please contact me for all your real estate needs. You are going to like the way we do business.

Fernando Herboso

Broker for Herboso & Associates 

240-426-5754

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Area Real Estate News & Market Updates for Clarksburg Montgomery County MD

Area Real Estate News & Market Updates for Clarksburg  Montgomery County Maryland 20871

The market report for Clarksburg MD for August 2012 has good news and bad
Lets take a quick look at the report for Montgomery County Maryland in general
The bad news first: In May there was only 69000 jobs added for the whole United States.
The good news is that the private sector generated 1.8 million jobs between May 2011 to May 2012
Our local economy is tops when it comes to job creations and economic conditions. .that is the good news!
Unemployment rate is 5.6% in Maryland compared to the rest of the country
The laws of SUPPLY AND DEMAND are forecasting what the end of the year and the start of 2013 would look like, ,
PRICES ARE CERTAIN TO GO UP BECAUSE OF LOW INVENTORY AND A GROWING POOL OF BUYERS. AS THEY FIND THEMSELVES  UNABLE TO BUY & COMPETE WITH OTHERS FOR THE VERY FEW LISTINGS OUT THERE.

Activity in the Real Estate market is high . .but inventories  are at record lows
Easy to figure this out. .
A lot of people want to sell but, their equities are still too low to motivate them.
Most of the inventory is coming from the MUST SELL homeowners to short sales and a few foreclosures out there.
If you are a buyer, my advice is to act quickly and be prepared before going out there.

General Inventory and Statistics For Montgomery County Real Estate 

Notice the number of listings for August 2012
2345 Active Listings available
This is the lowest number recorded in the last 7 years
We have buyers. . but the listings are simply not there!
Prices are rising because of this.
The average Days on Market has dropped over 17% from last year, indicating the trend mentioned above. Listing priced well, are selling very quick!

More Clarksburg MD Information 

Arora Hills Clarksburg Maryland 20871 ALL HOMES FOR SALE

http://www.reallynicehomes.com/blog/arora-hills-clarksburg-homes-sale-20871/

Arora Hills Clarksburg Homes For Sale 

Arora Hills Neighborhood is where you will find a settled new community where its residents  enjoy an ambience of peaceful afternoons, tranquil walks with their families and kids  playing on the nearby park. Arora Hills homeowners showthe pride of homeownership and is clearly evident when you drive around.

Typical Clarksburg Neighborhood. .Let's take a ride:

Clarskburg Highlands in Clarksburg 

Check Out The Latest Listings in Arora Hills Clarksburg Below. .

Sample of Active Listings of Arora Hills in Clarksburg Maryland 20871. . .SEE THE LATEST HERE

$548,990

22911 MUSCADINE DRIVE, Clarksburg

Open kitchen design allows you to prepare your meals while still entertaining your guests. Study located to maximize privacy while working at home. Walk-in closet is desi...

• Beds 4
• Baths 4.0
• MLS MC7843362

$534,990

22912 MUSCADINE DRIVE, Clarksburg

Center island created for easy food prep and a place for your family to snack or spend time together. Study located to maximize privacy while working at home. Sitting roo...

• Beds 4
• Baths 3.0
• MLS MC7843353

$363,485

23004 MEADOW MIST ROAD, Clarksburg

Beautiful Morgan model with 3 level extension. Beautiful upgraded maple cabinets, stainless steel appliance, hardwood on entire 1st floor, deluxe master bath and more! Be...

• Beds 3
• Baths 4.0
• MLS MC7916990

$346,990 ▲

22937 SWEETSPIRE DRIVE, Clarksburg

Beautiful open floor plan, with dream kitchen offering stainless steel appliances granite countertops and more! Other features include 2 car garage, deck, brick front, al...

• Beds 3
• Baths 4.0
• MLS MC7843100

$304,990 ▲

LITTLE SENECA PARKWAY, Clarksburg

Amazing penthouse home with a huge-open floor plan! Lives like a single family but has lock and leave convenience. Lots of included luxury features!

• Beds 3
• Baths 3.0
• MLS MC7873821
• Bldg. Arora Hills

Lets Ride Clarksburg MD . . . Climb Aboard. . . .

Clarskburg Village #1

Clarskburg Village #2

Clarskburg Gateway Commons 

Clarskburg Highlands in Clarksburg

Clarskburg Highlands in Clarksburg #2

Lets have some fun in. .  . . 

Search Other Clarksburg Neighborhoods

• Arora Hills
• Clarksburg Town Center
• Clarksburg Village
• Gateway Commons
• Green Valley

Can you do a short sale, while you are current with all mortgage payments?

http://www.reallynicehomes.com/blog/can-you-do-short-sale-while-you-are-current-all-mortgage-payments/

What To Do?

What To Do?

Question: Can you do a short sale, while you are current with all mortgage payments?

As the years pass, I see why this question as being one  of the most popular ones when it comes to short sales.

My answer has always been the same.

Outside of an attorney, no one should advise you to stop making your mortgage payments. That being said, it is now more than ever that banks have family accepted this motion

People will not make payments on an underwater mortgage. .they want options.

There are currently 11 million mortgages that are considered in trouble - behind on their payments

At the beginning , it used to be that lenders would not consider a short sale if the payments were current, but that is no longer the case. Realizing the amount of potential foreclosures on the horizon. .and several other factors that could contribute to a potential default, many lenders are eager to accept short sales including Fannie Mae.

The best news is that you can buy another house in two short years!

These are the signs of times. . 

If Your Home's Market Value Has Dropped. . 

You are current on your payments. .

What to do?

Is all about your hardship.

If you suspect reduced income for your future. . this is your opportunity to get rid of a bad investment.

You have until December 2012 to avoid any taxes on the forgiving amount.

The starting point of ALL SHORT SALES is when you first write a hardship letter. .if you have a compelling case. . DO IT! , regardless if you are current on your mortgage payments or not. Reference: www.AdiosLender.com

I just finished a short sale in Maryland that the lender gave my client $274,672.22 forgiveness of debt.

Imagine that is $274,672.22 that my clients don't have to pay. . the best news is that this was a HAFA short sale and they received $3,000 relocation costs and a promise NO TO GO AFTER THEM WITH A DEFICIENCY JUDGEMENT!

They are already on my to do list 1 1/2 years to call them and advice them to buy a new property . .timely, they have a 2 year lease on their new home now. . just perfect timing!

What are some examples that do NOT constitute a hardship?
Good question, every case is different but one thing you need to know is that a bad purchase decision in real estate does not constitute as a hardship.
Buying a substitute home with bad intentions. . you plan to move to the new house and ask to do a short sale in the old one. .very astute form your part, except the ones approving short sales are not fifth graders!
Every case is different. .ask if you are not sure.

Hello, 

It is my sincere belief that homeowners need to find an advocate to represent them.  

Someone to seek the guidance, counsel, and services to make the right decisions based on facts and not emotions.  

An advocate that is educated, a licensed distressed property expert, a real estate broker that has the experience, the knowledge and the savvy to simply get you OFF the hook! Someone that will act totally in your best interests to help you find the best solution to the financial crisis you are facing now.

I believe I am that advocate for you for many reasons. .

With my experience and as a broker certified by different organizations to do short sales, I have developed a system that helps homeowners dealing with distressed properties. My team of Realtors, one assistant, an attorney and several supporting staff has developed long lasting relationships with these lenders that allow you to take advantage to short sale your property quickly and remove instantly bad mortgage debt. The strength of our experience and knowledge is invaluable to anyone seeking for a solution.

Fernando Herboso Broker for Herboso & Associates 240-426-5754

Everyone knows how difficult is to get short sales accepted by the lender. . .

originally published. .http://www.reallynicehomes.com/blog/everyone-knows-how-difficult-get-short-sales-accepted-lender/

Everyone knows how difficult is to get  short sales accepted 

by the lender. . . 

But. .. We DID IT AGAIN!

Lender: WELLS FARGO

Original Purchase Price: $554,020

SOLD in a HAFA SHORT SALE for : $305,000

$3,000 Relocation costs for my clients

100% Full REMOVAL of ANY Deficiency JUDGMENT

Actual excerpt from the final approval letter:

Reads: Upon short sale completion, . .

 "shall waive the bank's right to seek a deficiency under 

the loan documents or any of its other rights there 

under,  and the obligations evidenced by the note"

Total net to the bank from proceeds: $279,347.78

                                       Total deficiency forgiven. . $274,672.22 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Final Results. . .

Why don't I just show them to you?

It is important to find a realtor who is an expert in 

handling short sale transactions. . .if you are having 

problems with a hardship and contemplating years and 

years for your mortgage to catch up with your home's 

value. .

Do the smart thing . . You should call me. . .240-426-5754

                  SHORT SALES IN MARYLAND

Hello, 

It is my sincere belief that homeowners need to find an advocate to represent them.  

Someone to seek the guidance, counsel, and services to make the right decisions based on facts and not emotions.  

An advocate that is educated, a licensed distressed property expert, a real estate broker that has the experience, the knowledge and the savvy to simply get you OFF the hook! Someone that will act totally in your best interests to help you find the best solution to the financial crisis you are facing now.

I believe I am that advocate for you for many reasons. .

With my experience and as a broker certified by different organizations to do short sales, I have developed a system that helps homeowners dealing with distressed properties. My team of Realtors, one assistant, an attorney and several supporting staff has developed long lasting relationships with these lenders that allow you to take advantage to short sale your property quickly and remove instantly bad mortgage debt. The strength of our experience and knowledge is invaluable to anyone seeking for a solution.

Fernando Herboso Broker for Herboso & Associates 240-426-5754

Is a Short Sale Right For Me?

http://www.reallynicehomes.com/blog/what-better-doing-one-short-sale-two/

"What is better than doing one short sale?  

TWO!"

Short Sales have been the salvation for a  lot of the homeowners we helped so far. . .

What can be a better solution?

Your house is upside down by thousands of dollars. 

Your equity may break even with your mortgage in 15 years,

15 years of paying and paying just tor break even? 

So, you've decided to go forward on a short sale. .

You have a legitimate hardship and the lender accepts the short sale

You have another upside down property that is an investment. .

The same hardship can be applied here. . "resetting" your real estate holdings to short sales all at one time. .

and start fresh once again. .

The question is. . .

Is a Short Sale Right For Me?



I invite you to read some of my own publications about short sales and loan modifications. . 

               

          

     

More Short Sale Information HERE 

Fernando Herboso is the author for the above eBooks. 

Fernando is available to consult with you about your short sale situation. .if you live in MD, DC or VA by calling 240-426-5754