5 Important Things to Remember When Doing Home-Improvement with a Contractor

5 Important Things to Remember When Doing Home-Improvement with a Contractor

You are just about to do some major improvements or additions to your Naperville home before putting it up for sale.  Renovations will of course require you to invest some money. More often than not, it is best to get a contractor when you plan to make these renovations in your home. Before jumping into this significant investment, you have to make sure you will get the most out of it. Renovations should help you sell your home and not give you further trouble.

Here are 5 important things you should remember when working with a contractor for your Naperville home for sale:

1. Put these points in writing:
• Work completion schedule and material specifications including brand names.
• A detailed contractor’s guarantee, including expiration dates and the procedures to be followed if materials or workmanship should prove substandard.
• A phrase holding contractor responsible for negligence on the part of subcontractor. Best to check with your lawyer for specifics.
• A provision for cleanup stating that all debris be removed.
2. Before signing a complex contract, make sure to consult with a lawyer.
3. Never sign a contract with any blank spaces.  Write “VOID” across the blank spaces.
4. Never sign a work-completion certificate without proof that the contractor has paid all subcontractors and suppliers of materials.
5. Never pay in full unless you are fully satisfied.

Taking note of these guidelines will surely save you from potential problems in your plans for improving your Naperville home for sale.

For greater assistance regarding your Naperville Home For Sale choose the best real estate broker Teresa Ryan and call 630-276-7575. Teresa Ryan is the owner/broker of Ryan Hill Realty - www.RyanHillRealty.com.

Teresa Ryan

Broker/Owner, CDPE

Ryan Hill Realty

1001 E. Chicago Ave., Ste. 103

630-276-7575

TRyan@RyanHillRealty.com

5 Features That Luxury Home Buyers Look For In a Home

5 Features That Luxury Home Buyers Look For In a Home

The word "luxury" for home buyers represents far more than just plenty of space, comfort and relaxation. Luxury, to them, also means an ideally located home that has only the best and grandest amenities.  Moreover, the modern luxury home buyer has evolved with the latest lifestyle and technological trends, their choices have changed.  Features such as a tennis court, a separate guest house and a staff house have become less important.  Naperville luxury home buyers are placing increasing importance on the following 5 luxury home features for maximum investment:

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1. Chef's Kitchen

Forbes Magazine cites that a luxury home should have top of the line, restaurant quality appliances in the kitchen. Customized granite countertops that instantly spell magnificence and a splendid cabinetry providing ease in storage are the ultimate amenities in a luxury kitchen.

2. Location

The fact that Naperville is considered one of the most desirable places to live in the United States because of its lifestyle offerings, luxury homes, events, community pride, and more proves that it’s an ideal city for most progressive luxury home buyers!   

Residents enjoy quick access to downtown (for its wonderful restaurants, the farmers market, shopping, culture and transportation); the expressway; the Illinois Technology and Research Corridor and the airport, Naperville luxury home buyers love the location!  Added benefits include award winning schools, colleges and schools for children with special needs.

3. Technology

This one is ever so obvious with the increasing development in innovations that have highly changed the lifestyle of most people. Luxury home buyers love to control their home with the push of a button whether they're at home or away on vacation. They will most probably be impressed when they can control their home's lighting, climate and set the alarm with just one click.

4. Square Footage

Naperville luxury home buyers look for large floor plans providing plenty of space to meet their family’s needs. Many homes are custom built and have lower levels for entertainment, as well as theatre rooms!  Another practical reason is that they want a sound investment.  

5.  Expansive Master Suite

Naperville luxury home buyers love the idea of an expansive master suite with large walk in closets, master bathrooms with heated floors and baths/showers from the very best brands - a personal spa!  To them, the master suite represents a sanctuary - their personal peaceful space to get away from it all.

Home buyers' perspective of a Naperville luxury home may vary but these sure are factors that they will all have on their checklists!

For inquiries regarding NapervilleLuxury Homes for Sale choose the best real estate broker Teresa Ryan and call 630-276-7575. Teresa Ryan is the owner/broker of Ryan Hill Realty - www.RyanHillRealty.com.

 

Teresa Ryan

Broker/Owner, CDPE

Ryan Hill Realty

1001 E. Chicago Ave., Ste. 103

630-276-7575

TRyan@RyanHillRealty.com