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At Jean Scott Homes, we understand that owning a home is one of the most significant investments you’ll make. With over 20 years of experience in the real estate industry, Jean Scott and her team at Keller Williams Advantage Realty are dedicated to make your home sale smooth and rewarding.
Selling your home can be a daunting task, but with our expert tips, you can maximize your return on investment. From strategic home improvements to effective marketing strategies, we guide you through every step to ensure you get the best price for your home. Our detailed articles provide actionable advice that can make a significant difference in your selling experience.
Thinking about adding solar panels? Discover how this eco-friendly upgrade can impact your home’s resale value. We break down the benefits and considerations to help you make an informed decision. Our comprehensive guides cover everything from initial installation costs to long-term savings and potential increases in property value.
Avoid surprises during the selling process by hiring a home inspector. Learn how a pre-listing inspection can streamline your sale and provide peace of mind to potential buyers. Our articles explain the benefits of a pre-listing inspection and how it can help you address potential issues before they become deal-breakers.
Invest in the right home improvements to boost your property’s value. Jean Scott shares her top recommendations for remodeling projects that offer the highest return on investment. From kitchen upgrades to bathroom renovations, our articles provide detailed insights into which projects can add the most value to your home.
Brighten up your home with our creative lighting solutions. From simple fixes to more elaborate projects, we help you create a welcoming and vibrant living space. Our tips include everything from choosing the right light fixtures to maximizing natural light and using mirrors to enhance brightness.
Thank you for visiting our resources page. We hope you find the information helpful and look forward to assisting you with all your real estate needs. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
The Affordability Index Measures Overall Home Prices What is the Affordability Index? When it comes to understanding the residential real estate market in Orlando, Florida, one crucial number stands out: the affordability index. This index is a key indicator of how accessible the housing market is for the average buyer.
If you are planning to sell your home, you want to make sure you get the best possible price for it and earn a nice return on any improvements and repairs Here are ten of the best tips that can help you increase the value of your property, attract more
Calculating the value of solar panels on a resale home can be difficult. Comparable sales are sparse at best, so that’s rarely going to be a workable method. Our research didn’t turn up definitive standards aside from that. Let’s take a look at the situation, the factors involved, and methodologies
As seniors age, they may face a number of physical disabilities that can limit their daily activities. This can make it difficult for them to perform necessary tasks such as cooking and cleaning around the house. Fortunately, many home remodeling solutions are available to help seniors with disabilities improve their
When it comes to selling a home, most people think of hiring a real estate agent, staging the property, and making necessary repairs. However, one crucial step that often gets overlooked is hiring a home inspector. While home inspections are typically associated with buyers, they can be incredibly beneficial for
The mortgage process is detailed and complex. Many of the forms from application through closing overlap and create confusion. Consumers often worry that their mortgage contains risky features or that their costs will increase suddenly at closing. The new Truth in Lending/RESPA Integrated Disclosures or “TRID” was designed to reduce
Have you ever been looking online for a home, trying to decide on the best area, the best community, the right characteristics and come across what seems to be everything you are looking for? Then you take a look at the photos and the house is dark, the rooms are
Hi, my name is Jean Scott, and I am a REALTOR® here at Keller Williams Advantage Realty in Oviedo, FL. One of my specialties is actually staging, so I wanted to bring you Remodeling Costs Vs. Value Report as brought to us by Remodeling Magazine.
There are a number of creative ways for homeowners selling their home to make it brighter, which makes it more appealing to home buyers. Common advice for home sellers is to turn all the lights on for showings and open houses. That is great advice. Home buyers find bright homes
Understanding Title Insurance in Florida Real Estate Transactions When it comes to transferring real estate from a seller to a buyer, one crucial aspect that often comes into play is title insurance. This policy is essential to ensure that the buyer receives a clear and marketable title to the property.
Relative humidity refers to the amount of moisture in the air compared to what the air can hold at a specific temperature. It is expressed as a percentage. For example, a relative humidity of 50% means the air holds half the moisture it can potentially hold at that temperature.
The Jean Scott Team doesn’t stop working once we’ve gotten your home under contract – my name is Laci, and I handle Contract to Close for all of our clients. It’s my job to ensure that your home moves smoothly through all of the many steps of the closing process.
Choosing which contract to use and what that contract means for negotiation both before the contract is executed and after can be confusing for buyers. As a buyer’s agent, one subject that I find tends to confuse many people is the issue of repair requests on an “AS-IS” contract. This
When you decide to put your home on the market for sale the Real Property Seller’s Disclosure is a great selling tool. It is a document that is the completed by the Seller that conveys all information about their home to potential Buyers.
We had a great question from a customer: “What is my home really worth?” Using a computerized data source isn’t always the best way to find the true value of your family’s home. While the data is very clear, you do have to look at several different variables to come
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According to the National Association of Realtors, 93% of home buyers find their future home either online, through a Realtor, or from a “For Sale” or “Open House” sign. Given this trend, it’s crucial to capitalize on both “old school” and “new school” techniques to ensure your home stands out.