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What Is The Cost of Deferred Maintenance?

Posted by Gratton Stephens // June 22, 2016

There are many things that factor into the value of your home, from location to style to size. These circumstances are, for the most part, out of your control. However, one of the most important factors that is sometimes overlooked by potential home sellers is the physical condition of the home and its utilities. This […]


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How Does Deferred Maintenance Affect Your Ability To Sell Your Home?

Posted by Gratton Stephens // June 15, 2016

When it comes to selling a home, one of the most important things you can do to save money and time is to keep your house clean and well maintained. There is no better way to give a prospective buyer a great first impression of your house than for them to come in and see […]


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Selling to a Cash Buyer vs. Renovation

Posted by Gratton Stephens // June 8, 2016

In a perfect world, your house would be in perfect conditions when you decided to sell. Real life isn’t always so convenient. Making minor investments in order to improve basic cosmetic features of a home is often a no-brainer; fixing up larger issues, on the other hands, presents a dilemma. Repairing and/or remodeling signification portions […]


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Tax Advantages of Home Ownership

Posted by Gratton Stephens // June 2, 2016

Buying a home is a big commitment. Between the housework, yard work, mortgage and other upkeep, being the owner of a home might sound like a lot of trouble. However, it is also rewarding in a number of ways–among them, the tax advantages of home ownership. There are two types of benefits you can receive […]


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How To Estimate The Cost Of Getting Your Home Ready For Sale By Realtor

Posted by Gratton Stephens // May 26, 2016

Are you thinking about selling your home? Are you wondering how much time and money it will cost you to fix it up and get it ready for sale? There may be more to getting your house ready for potential buyers to see than you think. Every little detail around your house could be the […]


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How Much Is Your House Worth?

Posted by Gratton Stephens // May 18, 2016

How much is your house worth? If you are a prospective seller trying to determine the value of your home, you may not know where to begin. Evaluating the cost of a home is indeed a complicated matter, as so many different features influence a home’s worth. From the obvious factors like square footage and […]


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Finding Ways To Save Your Home From Foreclosure

Posted by Gratton Stephens // May 11, 2016

If you have been struggling financially and your home is at a possible risk of foreclosing, you may not know where to turn. Facing foreclosure can be scary and complicated. However, depending on what your financial status is and how close you are to foreclosure, there are numerous things you can do to save your […]


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Reasons Why A Short Sale Is Better Than A Foreclosure

Posted by Gratton Stephens // May 4, 2016

  It’s a situation no one wants, but an increasing number of Americans are now facing: you’ve fallen behind on your mortgage payments and see no way out of this hole. Relax: foreclosure is not your only option. Many people faced with this difficult situation manage to get out through a process known as a […]


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For Sale by Owner: Pros and Cons of Selling Your Own House

Posted by Gratton Stephens // April 27, 2016

  What does it mean for a home to be for sale by owner? What are the implications of selling your home yourself? Do the benefits outweigh the costs? On the internet you will hear numerous arguments both for and against selling your own house–many of them on both sides quite valid. The truth is […]


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Central Virginia Housing Trends

Posted by Gratton Stephens // April 20, 2016

There are few places in the country better suited for buying or selling a home than the Greater Richmond Region of central Virginia. The city and its surrounding areas boast a number of powerful “pull” factors, including a strong economy, an expanding job market, a thriving cultural life, and numerous historical buildings and neighborhoods. In […]


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