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Home Tips location location location Let’s talk about what’s driving your home’s value in Palatka, and it all starts with location—hands down the biggest piece of the puzzle. You can redo your kitchen or slap on a new roof, but you can’t pick up your house and move it somewhere else, right? In Putnam County, where you’re at really shapes […]
Home Tips Two More Important Inspections Alright, let’s keep the inspection momentum going and dive into the nitty-gritty of two more important ones: wind mitigation inspections and WDO inspections! These are two key home inspections, especially if you’re in a place like Florida where storms and critters can be a big deal. I’ll break each one down with plenty of detail, […]
Home Tips The Lowdown On Home Inspections The Lowdown on Home Inspections: What Palatka Buyers and Sellers Need to Know ________________________ Howdy! Richard here, your friendly Palatka neighborhood real estate agent, ready to dish out some wisdom about one of the most important steps in buying or selling a home: the home inspection. If you’re scratching your head wondering what it’s all […]
Home Tips A Four Point Inspection vs. A “Regular” Home Inspection Richard Schwartz here again from Coldwell Banker Ben Bates in Palatka, Florida; the center of fabulous Putnam County. I often get asked about a four point inspection and how it differs from a “regular” home inspection; so here’s a quick rundown on the two. What’s a Four-Point Inspection, Anyway? Picture a four-point inspection as a […]
Home Tips The Importance Of Curb Appeal   As a  professional realtor  with Coldwell Banker Ben Bates in the heart of Palatka, Florida, I’m thrilled to extend some vital advice to you. I’ve seen first-hand how important first impression are in making a sale. The first impression is of course the curb appeal. So, without further ado, here are actions you can […]
Home Tips Four Elements That Decrease Your Home’s Value 1. Neglected Repairs:  Deferred, lingering repairs and visible damages significantly devalue your home. Buyers can be deterred by seemingly minor issues like a leaky faucet or major ones like a faulty foundation, which would signal other potential hidden problems. 2. Desolate Landscaping:  A neglected front yard or lackluster landscape can create a negative first impression. […]
Home Tips The Three Most Important Things To Do Before Listing Your Home For Sale Are you ready to list your property on the market? As a seasoned professional realtor affiliated with Coldwell Banker in the heart of Palatka, Florida, I’m thrilled to extend some vital advice to you. I’ve seen first-hand how a well-prepared home can make a monumental difference when it comes to a successful sale. So, without […]
Home Tips The Five Key Elements Of Home Value 1. Location – Immovable Influence:  The location of your home plays a huge role in determining its value. Proximity to amenities like schools, recreational centers, shopping locations, and healthcare facilities is a significant selling point turning your house into a hot property that buyers will naturally gravitate towards. 2. Structural Size – Bigger is Better: […]
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