Business, Technology, Real Estate, and LocalMenuSkip to contentSearchHomeListingsAbout MeReal EstateFSBO or NotBefore you SellMarketingTop Real Estate Agent Heritage Key Specialist – Servicing you for 22yearsView ListingsTop 3 Most Common Mistakes Home Sellers MakePosted on February 2, 2015 by Malka LambIf you want to sell your home quickly and for top dollar it’s vital that you do all you can to avoid the most common home seller mistakes. Not only will avoiding these pitfalls make selling your home easier, but it will help you sell faster, as you’ll stand out to buyers who are frustrated by all the under-educated, under-prepared sellers in your market. They’ll find your approach to home selling refreshing, making them more eager to enter into a real estate transaction with you.Failing to properly prepare the property Make it easy for buyers to envision themselves and their loved ones living in the home you’re offering. Be sure to remove any personal effects from the house, such as any memorabilia or family photos that may be on display.As well, space is very important to buyers, especially when it comes to closets. Removing excess items is an effective way to make even smaller spaces seem much larger. Therefore, keep décor items to a minimal and make sure any storage space in the house is kept only a third of the way full or less.Choosing the wrong realtorsYou’re realtor is supposed to be on your side, helping to make sure the real estate transaction you’re seeking turns out to be in your favor, but not every real estate agent is on the seller’s side. When seeking to sell your home, be sure to find a realtor who is dedicated to helping you get the most money possible from selling.Where timing is an important issue and you need to sell your home fast, it’s also important to make sure the realtor you choose understands and is well-connected in the market. They must be proactive in seeking out a qualified buyer who is ready to take action now, and willing to pay a decent price for your property.Not using a customized marketing planEven when seeking to sell the best staged house at a highly competitive price, there can be delays in getting that home sold, especially if the property hasn’t been effectively marketed. After all, potential buyers shouldn’t have to work hard just to find out that you have a home for sell in their targeted area.Effective real estate marketing can only be done by following a well-laid plan that’s backed on market research. Creating and following such a plan can significantly reduce the time it takes to sell your house. When selling a home in the Riverside and Corona areas, be sure to visit Riverside4Homes.com.Is it Better to Buy or Rent?Posted on February 2, 2015 by Malka LambWhen deciding whether to buy or rent a home, the following needs to be taken into consideration:Your investment outlookStress levelCurrent ageAll of the costs associated with both optionsThose that believe that the housing market is still able t