It’s March, which means warmer weather is just around the corner, and many of us are planning outdoor activities. Peak real estate season is also here. So, if you plan to sell a home, it’s time to prepare it for potential buyers. Make bang-for-your-buck updates. The weather may be keeping you indoors, but you can make plenty of interior improvements before you touch anything on the exterior. Updating outdated flooring and paint are typically the most impactful improvements you can make inside a home. These changes instantly brighten a home and deliver an excellent return on investment. Other small upgrades can also make a big difference. You can easily replace outdated cabinet hardware, lighting, and plumbing fixtures. Caulking gaps around doors and windows and replacing cracked window panes and worn doorknobs are also simple, cost-effective ways to ensure your home makes a good first impression. Consider a pre-sale inspection. A pre-inspection may be beneficial if you want to avoid any unforeseen surprises related to your home’s condition and also maybe provide some confidence for the buyer that the home does not include any major defects. During the inspection, a home inspector will do a thorough assessment to identify the home’s interior and exterior issues. They’ll check the home from top to bottom, including the roof, attic, walls, and foundation. This information can help you know what items, if any, you may want to tackle before listing and/or factor into your list price/negotiations. When a buyer sees that a credible and licensed home inspector evaluated the home, they can feel that much more confident in making an offer on the property without major problems that otherwise the home inspector would have been brought to the seller’s attention. Meet with a Realtor for a customized plan. We can all agree every home is different and thus requires different activities to effectively prepare for the market. The Richland alphabet home is going to benefit from certain activities more than the golf course condo and so on. Consulting with a real estate professional early in the process ensures you invest your time and resources on what is going to give you the most bang for your buck. For instance, not everyone will get a return on investment from paint and flooring — a Realtor can help you determine if it’s worth the investment. When you decide to sell your home, it’s important to have someone there who helps you facilitate the process from a business perspective. Spring may be the best time of year to sell a home. Make the most of the opportunity by giving me a call, and I would be more than happy to provide insight. Preparing Your Home to Sell for the Most GET READY: THE SPRING REAL ESTATE MARKET IS HERE
Banana Pudding Cheesecake Mashup
Inspired by Delish.com
Ingredients
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1 (8-oz) block cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 cup heavy cream 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 (3.4-oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
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1 cup whole milk 1 prepared graham cracker crust 3 bananas, sliced 20 Nilla Wafers Whipped topping and crushed Nilla Wafers, for garnish
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Directions
1. In a large bowl of a standing mixer, add softened cream cheese and beat until fluffy and free of clumps. 2. Add sugar and beat until combined, then add heavy cream and vanilla extract and beat until medium-stiff peaks form. Set aside. 3. In a medium bowl, whisk together milk and pudding mix and refrigerate for 3 minutes until thickened. Pour pudding mixture into cream cheese mixture and fold until combined. 4. Into the graham cracker crust, pour half the filling and spread evenly. Add a single layer of sliced bananas and Nilla Wafers, then pour remaining filling over and smooth the top. 5. Refrigerate until firm, at least 6 hours, or overnight. Top slices with whipped cream, crushed Nilla Wafers, and any additional banana slices as desired.
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