Open Houses and Price Reductions!

Open Houses for March 3, 2019

11130 River Rd, Chardon 
Open 12-6pm
$829,900 
4bd 4ba
Call 440-488-1061

11393 Somerset Trl, Concord 
Open 12-2pm
$325,000 
4bd 3ba
Call 440-413-1963

391 E 262, Euclid  
Open 11-1pm
$90,000 
3bd 2ba
Call 440-537-6671  

657 2nd St #2, Fairport Harbor   
Open 2:30-4:30pm
$205,900 
2bd 2ba
Call 330-232-2689  

1265 Watermark Lane, Fairport Harbor  
Open 12:30-4:30pm
$189,900 
3bd 3ba
Call 440-525-3331

8941 Billings Rd, Kirtland  
Open 2-4pm
$375,000
3bd 3ba
Call 440-537-6671

6752 Bayside, Madison 
Open 12-2pm
$184,900 
4bd 3ba
Call 440-413-0588

6917 Wilson Mills, Mayfield Village  
Open 1-3pm
$179,900 
3bd 2ba
Call 440-339-3626

7386 Goldenrod Dr, Mentor-on-the-Lake 
Open 11-1pm
$129,900 
3bd 2ba
Call 440-251-0791

7574 Miami Rd, Mentor-on-the-Lake   
Open 2:30-4:30pm
$139,900
3bd 1ba
Call 440-413-1963

2985 Gale Rd, Willoughby 
Open 1:30-3:30pm
$325,000 
4bd 3ba
Call 440-251-0791

37560 Green Dr, Eastlake 
BY APPT
$139,900
3bd 1ba
Call 440-296-5006

Price Reductions

17265 Moseley Rd, Thompson 
$117,500 NEW PRICE!

871 E 258th St, Euclid 
$78,900 NEW PRICE!

60 Dunbar Ct, Painesville Township 
$155,900 NEW PRICE!

Today's New Listings!

37250 Harlow Dr, Willoughby

1945 Torrey Park Trl, Painesville Township

V/L C Concord Hambden Rd, Concord

V/L B Concord Hambden Rd, Concord

V/L A Concord Hambden Rd, Concord

Today's New Listings!

2378 Stanford Dr, Wickliffe

51 Gullybrook Ln, Willoughby Hills

7674 Primrose Dr, Mentor-on-the-Lake

8292 Hemingway Ln, Concord

5203 River Rd, Madison

Today's New Listings!

38570 Ranally Way, Willoughby

38526 Ranally Way, Willoughby

5260 Som Center Rd, Willoughby

7640 White Pine Ct, Mentor

8392 Raleigh Pl, Concord

What is a Buyer’s Market and What are the Advantages?

Whether you are a new home buyer or seasoned investor, you may have heard the term “buyer’s market”. This term is used to refer to a real estate market in which there are more units for sale than buyers. Home buyers can see big advantages in this type of market!

Higher Inventory 
A buyer’s market involves a higher supply of housing units in comparison to the number of buyers at a given time. As such, the buyer will have a larger variety of units to consider for purchase in such a market. More choices is always a positive.

Lower Prices 
Since the real estate market abides by the same laws of demand as other markets, a higher level of supply compared to demand means that prices will drop. Therefore home buyers will see lower asking prices in this type of market and may be able to negotiate even lower sales prices.

Favorable Terms
Since sellers know buyers have many options, they are usually more willing to concede to buyer’s terms such as close times, paying some of the buyer’s closing costs and even leaving chattel such as appliances or furniture.

Time to Decide 
Since there are less buyers competing for the same units, a buyer can take their time when considering available options. This may allow time for repeat visits as well as inspections, financing, etc.

Real estate markets go in cycles so it will sometimes be a buyer’s market and other times it will be a seller’s market. When it is a buyer’s market, home buyers should understand that they have the upper hand in the market!

Today's New Listings!

38567 Fairway Glenn Blvd, Willoughby

2121 Farroni Dr, Willoughby

38634 Andrews Ridge Way, Willoughby

38533 Ranally Way, Willoughby

33905 Rosewood Trl, Willoughby Hills

8035 Eagle Rd, Willoughby

11411 Mourning Dove Pl, Concord

Today's New Listings!

5424 Canyon Ct #B, Willoughby

6403 Clearair Dr, Mentor

9555 Brayes Manor Dr, Mentor

Open Houses!

Open Houses for February 24, 2019

11393 Somerset Trl, Concord 
Open 12-2pm
$325,000 
4bd 3ba
Call 440-479-7379

37560 Green Dr, Eastlake 
Open 1-2:30pm
$139,900
3bd 1ba
Call 440-813-5762

657 2nd St #2, Fairport Harbor   
Open 12-2pm
$205,900 
2bd 2ba
Call 330-232-2689  

1265 Watermark Lane, Fairport Harbor  
Open 12-4pm
$189,900 
3bd 3ba
Call 440-525-3331

8941 Billings Rd, Kirtland  
Open 12:30-4:30pm
$375,000
3bd 3ba
Call 440-413-0588

7386 Goldenrod Dr, Mentor-on-the-Lake 
Open 12:30-2:30pm
$129,900 
3bd 2ba
Call 440-251-0791

2985 Gale Rd, Willoughby 
Open 10am-4pm
$325,000 
4bd 3ba
Call 440-251-0791

6708 Bayside Dr, Madison 
BY APPT
$129,900 
2bd 2ba
Call 440-296-5006

6834 Chapel Rd, Madison 
BY APPT
$359,900 
3bd 3ba
Call 440-296-5006

6917 Wilson Mills, Mayfield Village  
BY APPT
$179,900 
3bd 2ba
Call 440-296-5006

7574 Miami Rd, Mentor-on-the-Lake   
BY APPT
$139,900
3bd 1ba
Call 440-296-5006

60 Dunbar, Painesville Twp   
BY APPT
$159,900
3bd 2ba
Call 440-296-5006

Today's New Listings!

4695 Waldamere Ave, Willoughby

8326 Mentorwood Dr, Mentor

6293 Hopkins Rd, Mentor

100 Fairfield Rd, Painesville

220 Emily Dr, Madison

Today's New Listings!

6478 Hudson Ave, Mentor

6267 Melshore, Mentor

7483 Goldenrod Dr, Mentor-on-the-Lake

2799 Townline Rd, Madison

Today's New Listings!

807 Asbury Pointe Ln, Painesville Township

801 Asbury Pointe Ln, Painesville Township

830 Asbury Pointe Ln, Painesville Township

8131 Buckboard Ln, Mentor

2192 Chimney Ridge Dr, Madison

Have You Outgrown Your Current Home? Here Are Five Easy Ways To Tell If It Is Time to Upgrade!

Your home is your castle, your own piece of the American dream. But lately your little corner of the world has been feeling cramped and you find yourself eyeing a larger home. Is it time to pull up the stakes and move on from your starter home?

Growing Family
If you have added to your family in recent years, you may have more people than bedrooms. A two bedroom home may have been a great idea when it was just you and your spouse but with two kids, you are out of space.

Overflowing With Stuff
When every closet is packed so tightly with shoes and coats you risk an avalanche every time you open the door, your home just does not have the space to keep all your things. You may have even had to move some things off-site, spending money to rent storage space to hold onto keepsakes.

No Rest For The Weary
You would love to spend an afternoon soaking in the tub but before the warmth of the water can take you away, there is a banging on the door of the only bathroom in the house and a chorus of “hurry up!” Or the rec room you dreamed of is only a dream. Those visions of a big screen television were shattered by the realization you needed somewhere for the kids to play.

No Room For Extras
When you first moved in, the two-car garage doubled as a work shop. Now, the equipment has been sent to storage to make room for the bigger vehicle and the kid’s toys. Or you would love to host your friends visiting from out of state but there is hardly room for their luggage, much less them.

Changes In Career
You may have opted for a starter home when you first entered the market because you had a smaller income. Now, thanks to changes in careers or promotions at work, you can afford a home with greater square footage and room for your growing family that will provide the space you need for many years to come.

If you feel you have outgrown your space, contact a trusted real estate agent to find that perfect new home for you!

Today's New Listings!

30325 Harrison St, Willowick

9260 Jordan Dr, Mentor

300 Warner St, Painesville

518 Belglove Pl, Painesville Township

5434 Pebble Creek Ln, Painesville

4571 South Ridge Rd, Perry

Today's New Listings!

7415 North Chestnut Commons Dr, Mentor

6435 Curtiss Ct, Mentor

404 Harbor Ridge Ln #J3, Fairport Harbor

7204 South Galahad Pl, Painesville

10250 Cherry Hill Dr, Concord

8251 Sumner Rd, Chardon

Today's New Listings!

2405 Bunker Ln #A, Willoughby

7051 Dogwood Ln, Mentor

608 Trailwood Dr, Painesville

1957 Torrey Park Trl, Painesville Township

1471 White Ash Dr, Painesville Township

Open Houses!

Open Houses for February 17, 2019

6651 Breezewood Rd, Concord 
Open 12-2pm
$330,000
4bd 3ba
Call 440-637-3791

7300 Hunter’s Trail, Concord  
Open 1:30-3:30pm
$324,900
3bd 3ba
Call 440-525-3331

1265 Watermark Lane, Fairport Harbor  
Open 11am-1pm
$189,900 
3bd 3ba
Call 440-525-3331

20936 Stanford Ave, Fairview Park  
Open 1-3pm
$159,900 
2bd 2ba
Call 440-339-3626

8941 Billings Rd, Willoughby  
Open 1-3pm
$375,000
3bd 3ba
Call 440-413-1963

6708 Bayside Dr, Madison 
Open 12-2pm
$129,900 
2bd 2ba
Call 440-488-1061

7386 Goldenrod Dr, Mentor-on-the-Lake 
Open 12:30-2:30pm
$129,900 
3bd 2ba
Call 440-251-0791

2150 Kimberly Ct, Wickliffe   
Open 2-4pm
$375,000
4bd 4ba
Call 440-413-0588

2985 Gale Rd, Willoughby 
Open 10am-4:30pm
$325,000 
4bd 3ba
Call 440-413-0588

11393 Somerset, Concord 
BY APPT
$325,000 
4bd 3ba
Call 440-296-5006

60 Dunbar, Painesville Twp   
BY APPT
$159,900
3bd 2ba
Call 440-296-5006

1450 Thatcher Dr, Painesville Twp   
BY APPT
$224,900 
5bd 2ba
Call 440-296-5006

Today's New Listings!

33158 Lake Shore Blvd, Eastlake

4399 St Johns Bluff Ln, Willoughby

7706 Salida Rd, Mentor-on-the-Lake

4660 Riverwood Dr, Perry

Today's New Listings!

8021 Middlesex Rd, Mentor

9390 Deer Rdg, Mentor

5369 Highland Way, Mentor

7552 Monterey Bay Dr #6, Mentor-on-the-Lake

59 Maple Spring Dr, Painesville Township

Buying a Condo is Different Than Buying a House

Many buyers assume that choosing to purchase a condominium rather than a house is a decision based upon preference only but there are differences that should be considered.

Home Owners Association
All condominiums come with some type of home owners association. The HOA generally handles common areas such as landscaping, snow removal, exterior of the buildings and amenities such as a swimming pool or fitness center. Not only are there monthly fees required to pay for the maintenance and repair of the common areas but HOA’s normally have rules that need to be followed. Many condos will not allow fences or sheds to be installed and some have pet restrictions. When purchasing a condo, buyers will weigh the costs and restrictions of each HOA versus the benefits they offer. The HOA fees also affect the amount of loan a buyer will qualify for. Often a condo buyer cannot qualify for as much as a home buyer due to these extra fees calculated in their monthly obligations.

Amenities
Condominiums usually come with several perks such as landscaping and snow plowing handled professionally, exterior of the home taken care of and amenities such as a swimming pool or fitness center. While a good majority of potential buyers would love the perks and amenities that a condominium offers, they are not willing to make the trade for a smaller space without a yard of their own.

Renting Restrictions
Many first time home buyers purchase a condominium as a starter home thinking that they can rent it out in the future when they decide to upgrade to a large home. Many investors consider a condominium a good investment as well. It should be noted though that many condominiums restrict renting in their complex though so this should be verified prior to purchasing a condominium.

There are many benefits to purchasing a condominium but buyers need to be sure they are aware of all of the pros and cons of such a purchase. Let a real estate agent help you navigate the condo world!

Today's New Listings!

7841 Overton Dr, Mentor

8046 Cotswold Dr, Mentor

526 Belgrove Ln, Painesville Township

11149 Caddie Ln, Concord

5200 Greenbriar Ln, Madison

Today's New Listings!

33610 Lori Ann Dr, Eastlake

1705 Murfield Pl, Painesville Township

461 Prestwick Ln, Painesville Township

Open Houses and Price Reduction!

Open Houses for February 10, 2019

7300 Hunter’s Trail, Concord  
Open 12-4:30pm
$324,900
3bd 3ba
Call 440-279-8585

391 E 262, Euclid 
Open 11am-1pm
$90,000 
3bd 2ba
Call 440-537-6671

657 2nd St, Fairport Harbor  
Open 1:30-3:30pm
$205,900
2bd 2ba
Call 440-251-0791

1265 Watermark Lane, Fairport Harbor  
Open 12-2pm
$189,900 
Call 440-525-3331

20936 Stanford Ave, Fairview Park  
Open 12-3pm
$159,900 
2bd 2ba
Call 440-413-0588

6708 Bayside Dr, Madison 
Open 2-4pm
$129,900 
2bd 2ba
Call 440-488-1061

6917 Wilson Mills, Mayfield Village  
Open 12-2pm
$179,900 
3bd 2ba
Call 440-413-1963

7386 Goldenrod Dr, Mentor-on-the-Lake 
Open 11am-1pm
$129,900 
3bd 2ba
Call 440-251-0791

1450 Thatcher Dr, Painesville Twp   
Open 1-3pm
$224,900 NEW PRICE!
5bd 2ba
Call 440-537-2641

8941 Billings Rd, Willoughby  
Open 2-5pm
$375,000
3bd 3ba
Call 440-537-6671

6834 Chapel Rd , Madison 
BY APPT
$359,900 
3bd 3ba
Call 440-296-5006

998 Academy Ct, Painesville  
BY APPT
$73,500 
3bd 2ba
Call 440-296-5006

Price Reduction

12676 Main Market Rd, Troy 
$1,250,000 NEW PRICE!

Today's New Listings!

176 Larimar Dr, Willowick

8941 Billings Rd, Kirtland

7676 Fairview Ave, Mentor

744 Outrigger Cv, Painesville Township

2057 Torrey Park Trl, Painesville Township

Today's New Listings!

31605 Lake Shore Blvd, Willowick

4285 Buckeye Ave, Willoughby

6595 Melshore Dr, Mentor

10263 Cherry Hill Dr, Concord

7100 Sandpiper Ct, Concord

6708 Bayside Dr, Madison

Today's New Listings!

6571 Newhouse Ct, Mentor

807 Asbury Pointe Ln, Painesville Township

764 Asbury Pointe Ln, Painesville Township

810 Asbury Pointe Ln, Painesville Township

6040 Nature View Ct, Concord

How Can a Seller Make More Money?

You have decided to sell your home! There are quite a few things that you should consider if you want to sell your home for the highest price the current market can bear in the least amount of time.

Home Improvement Projects
Repairing and updating items in your home that are not working quite right or could benefit from looking more visually pleasing is worth the effort. One of the biggest bang for your buck is painting. A fresh coat of paint does wonders when listing a home and the cost is minimal compared to the return you will receive. Homes that feel well maintained sell for more money and in a quicker amount of time.

Correct Pricing
This is without a doubt the most important task when listing a home. The price can always compensate the condition, location or market so it needs to reflect these items accordingly. Many sellers feel they should start their pricing higher and they can always lower it later or someone can always write a lower offer. The most efficient way to sell your home is to price it correctly in the first place. Buyers are in the market looking at many homes so they know right away when a home is overpriced as soon as they enter the home. The home is usually below the standards of the other homes they are looking at so they are not even interested in writing an offer. If the home was priced correctly the right buyers would see it and they would write an offer.

Seller’s Role
You should try to accommodate all showing requests on your home. The buyer may not reschedule to look at your home and may even buy a house the same day they were supposed to view your home. Having your home on the market is not easy. It means having your home show ready at all times and having to leave your home often. The only way to sell your home for the most money in the least amount of time is to show it to as many potential buyers as possible.

Get Professional Help
Realtors are your best source for pricing your home correctly, marketing it to the masses, showing the property, negotiating on your behalf and facilitating an on-time closing. The commission paid is well worth all of the knowledge, experience and real estate tools. Realtors often bring in a higher sales price than a for sale by owner listing as well so it is worth talking with a Realtor.

As you can see, there are many things to consider when listing your home for sale. Taking these things into consideration up front can help you sell your home quicker and for more money!

Today's New Listings!

612 Carrington Ct, Willowick

38553 Fairway Glenn Blvd, Willoughby

38593 Fairway Glenn Blvd, Willoughby

38810 Kyle Cv, Willoughby

112 Helene Dr, Painesville

7843 Rockdove Ln, Concord

7811 Rockdove Ln, Concord

6185 Grandridge Pointe Dr, Painesville

Open Houses!

Open Houses for February 3, 2019

11393 Somerset Trl, Concord
Open 11am-1pm
$325,000 
4bd 3ba
Call 440-537-6671

391 E 262, Euclid 
Open 2-4pm
$90,000 
3bd 2ba
Call 440-537-6671

657 2nd St, Fairport Harbor  
Open 1-3pm
$205,900
2bd 2ba
Call 330-232-2689

6748 Bayside Dr, Madison 
Open 11am-1pm
$175,000 
3bd 3ba
Call 440-413-1963

8677 Johnnycake Ridge Rd, Mentor 
Open 9am-3pm
$459,900 
4bd 3ba
Call 440-251-0791

7386 Goldenrod Dr, Mentor-on-the-Lake 
Open 2-4pm
$129,900 
3bd 2ba
Call 440-251-0791

60 Dunbar, Painesville Twp  
Open 11:30-1:30pm
$159,900 
3bd 2ba
Call 440-251-0791

2985 Gale Rd, Willoughby  
Open 12-2pm
$325,000 
4bd 3ba
Call 440-813-5762

6651 Breezewood Rd, Concord  
BY APPT
$330,000 
4bd 3ba
Call 440-296-5006

7300 Hunter’s Trail, Concord  
BY APPT
$324,900
3bd 3ba
Call 440-296-5006

6834 Chapel Rd , Madison 
BY APPT
$359,900 
3bd 3ba
Call 440-296-5006

2150 Kimberly Ct, Wickliffe 
BY APPT
$375,000 
4bd 4ba
Call 440-296-5006

Today's New Listings!

317 Murphy Ave, Grand River

11108 Prouty Ln #A, Painesville