5 Open House Mistakes to Avoid l Tall Grass Homes for Sale Naperville

5 Open House Mistakes to Avoid l Tall Grass Homes for Sale Naperville

A successful open house increases your chances of finding the right buyer in the shortest time possible.

If you have decided to sell your Tall Grass Naperville home, chances are, your REALTOR® will encourage you to have an open house.  This is an important marketing strategy in home selling to give your property additional exposure.  An open house encourages potential buyers to personally view and consider your home. A successful open house increases your chances of finding the right buyer in the shortest possible time. To make this event successful, here are some mistakes you should avoid:

1.      Not cleaning up.

Mess and dirt are major turn-offs for prospective buyers. You’ll be amazed how simple things such as unmade beds or dust on the shelves can lessen the interest of a buyer. Just because you’re not bothered by your own clutter doesn’t mean others will see it the same way.

2.      Leaving pets inside the home.

This may not only lead to a potentially dangerous situation, but pets may also cause a distraction. You want the buyer’s attention to be on your home for sale in Tall Grass Naperville and not on how cute your pet is.

3.      Staying in the home during the open house.

Buyers may get uncomfortable and intimidated by your presence in the house. Instead of asking the right questions regarding the home for sale, they may say nice things so as not to hurt your feelings.

4.      Leaving your jewelry and valuable items in plain sight.

At an open house, you cannot control the number of people coming in and out of your home. Put away your jewelry and other important items. Your REALTOR® may try to watch the people, but he or she cannot be everywhere at the same time.

5.      Not putting away your photos, political or religious art.

There should be a sense of neutrality in the home. You want the buyers to come in, take a good look and be able to picture their own personal items blending beautifully inside the home. Buyers have a much more difficult time visualizing their own decorations if your decorations are prominently displayed. 

A successful open house largely depends on your preparation, and with the help of your REALTOR®, you can present your home in the best possible way. If you’re thinking of putting up your Tall Grass Naperville home for sale and are in need of an efficient REALTOR®, call Teresa Ryan at 630-276-7575. Teresa Ryan is the owner/broker of Ryan Hill Realty.

Teresa Ryan

Broker/Owner, CDPE

Ryan Hill Realty

1001 E. Chicago Ave., Ste. 103

630-276-7575

TRyan@RyanHillRealty.com

5 Negotiating Tips When Buying a Hobson West Naperville Home for Sale

5 Negotiating Tips When Buying a Hobson West Naperville Home for Sale

Bargain your way to a great new home with these 5 amazing tips.

Buying your dream home ranks among the biggest and most challenging decisions you will make. You want to get the best home but within your budget.  If you are among those who have fallen in love with the beauty and charm of the Hobson West Subdivision Homes for Sale in Naperville IL, here are some great negotiating tips that can help you land the deal of a lifetime:

1.      Do your homework.

Request a Comparative Market Analysis from your REALTOR®. This report will help you know the comparison between the property you want to buy and similar houses within the area that are on the market. It will also help you determine if the seller’s asking price is a true reflection of  market value. Armed with this knowledge, you can come to the negotiating table confident that you can negotiate a fair price.

2.      Get to know the seller.

Trulia's real estate expert and author, Michael Corbett, said that, “Knowing the seller is just as important as knowing the market and the house when trying to lower a home’s asking price.” For instance, if the seller’s reason for putting the home on the market is because he or she accepted a job in a new area, you can use that information to your as advantage to buy the home immediately but at a lower price.

3.     Keep a ‘poker face’.

Even if you think you’ve found the perfect home among the Hobson West Naperville IL homes for sale, don’t let it show on your face. If you reveal too much interest, the seller may use that as an advantage to take the upper hand in the negotiations.

4.      Be prepared to present a range of figures.

When extending an initial offer, have a range of prices instead of sticking to one hard number. This will allow you flexibility when negotiating while keeping your offer within budget.

5.      Keep perspective.

Your main goal is to buy a home, not to beat the seller. Don’t let the desire to get the home for the lowest price sidetrack you from what’s really important. Don’t walk away from your dream home just because the seller won’t deduct another $3,000 or so during the negotiation.

Remember that there is a fine line between a reasonable offer and an insulting offer. With proper research, careful planning and the help of a trusted REALTOR® , you can bargain your way to a great new home. For inquiries regarding Hobson West Naperville IL homes for sale, call Teresa Ryan at 630-276-7575630-276-7575.

Teresa Ryan

Broker/Owner, CDPE

Ryan Hill Realty

1001 E. Chicago Ave., Ste. 103

630-276-7575630-276-7575

TRyan@RyanHillRealty.com

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Naperville and Aurora Ranked Among the Top 10 Safest Mid-Sized Cities To Live In l Naperville Homes for Sale

Naperville and Aurora Ranked Among the Top 10 Safest Mid-Sized Cities To Live In l Naperville Homes for Sale

Residents of Naperville and Aurora have another reason to sleep better at night.

In a recent study conducted by Movoto,  a popular real estate blog, Naperville and Aurora ranked as 2 of the safest mid-sized cities in America. The basis for the ranking were the number of crimes (total, property and violent) per year, per 100,000 residents. The likelihood that residents would find themselves victims of such crimes was determined and each city was ranked in relation to the others, with one being the best and 100 being the worst. The data used was gathered from the FBI’s 2013 crime data.

Naperville’s latest accolade, ranking 4th on the list, is great news for its and residents. Their beloved city had previously earned other National Best City Awards such as “one of the best cities in which to retire early” (2013) and “one of the best places to live” (2008). Based on the Movoto study, the odds of being a crime victim in Naperville are 1 in 92. For violent crime, this number is 1 in 1,819 and for property crimes, it is 1 in 104.

Aurora, which ranked 8th on the list, is no stranger to national recognition and awards as well. In 1881, it was one of the first cities in the U.S. to implement an all electric street lighting system, thus earning the nickname “City of Lights.” From 2000 until 2009, U.S. Census Bureau ranked Aurora as the 46th fastest growing city with a population of over 100,000. There’s a 1 in 89 chance of  being a victim of a crime in Aurora. The chance is 1 in 104 for property crime while it is 1 in 623 for violent crimes.

What does this new recognition mean to you?

If you’re planning to buy a home, it would serve you well if you check out the homes for sale by subdivision in Naperville or in Aurora. In these cities, you will feel more secure knowing that the crime rates are relatively low. You can sleep better at night, relax your guard a bit and you don’t have to constantly look out for danger. This will lead to healthier physical, emotional and mental health. As one study by the University of California aptly puts it, “Just as conditions within our homes have important implications for our health, conditions in the neighborhoods surrounding our homes also can have major health effects.”

Find your dream home with the help of your trusted REALTOR®, Teresa Ryan, Broker/Owner of Ryan Hill Realty. For questions regarding homes for sale in Naperville by subdivision or in Aurora, and for any other real-estate related inquiries, call Teresa Ryan at 630-276-7575.

Teresa Ryan

Broker/Owner, CDPE

Ryan Hill Realty

1001 E. Chicago Ave., Ste. 103

630-276-7575

TRyan@RyanHillRealty.com

 

Top Notch School Districts l 2 Reasons for Choosing Naperville Homes for Sale

Top Notch School Districts l 2 Reasons for Choosing Naperville Homes for Sale

When you’re checking out the many selections of properties in the market including Naperville homes for sale by subdivision, a lot of factors may influence your decision. The home’s location, proximity to the workplace,  the look and size of the home and other amenities are just some of these factors. If you have school-age kids or are planning to have children, finding a home near an outstanding local school district is certainly one of the top priorities on your list.

Naperville school districts offer the best quality education. Last year in the annual list published by U.S. News and World Report, the Naperville School District 203 and the Indian Prairie School District 204, ranked among the best high schools in the state of Illinois. Schools are ranked based on overall performance, state assessments, Advanced Placement tests and International Baccalaureate exams.

Naperville Community Unit School District 203, which  serves central Naperville as well as portions of neighboring Lisle and Bolingbrook, is one of the six largest school systems in the state. All but two of the district's buildings are within the limits of the city of Naperville. District 203 aims to give the best quality education while promoting responsible citizenship among their students. In 2009, 100% of the teachers within the district were “highly qualified” by the NCLB (No Child Left Behind) standards.

Elementary students have opportunities to participate in personal enrichment programs such as building positive character and fitness programs, while junior and high school students consistently garner an exceptional number of top state and national honors.

Indian Prairie District 204 (abbreviated IPSD),  is the 3rd largest school district in Illinois and serves students from the  communities of Aurora, Bolingbrook, Plainfield and Naperville, in DuPage and Will counties. Teachers here have earned national recognition for their dedication and passion. As a direct result, students get high SATs and ACTs scores, even higher than the state average. Students are given the opportunity to succeed in athletic programs as well. State championships for the girls soccer, volleyball, 300 meter hurdle, 100 meter freestyle and 400 meter dash are just some of the achievements under their belt.

Buying a Naperville home for sale within district 203 and 204’s boundaries is a sound investment. The success of your children - or future children - begins when you enroll them in a school district with exceptionally high standards.

With the help of your REALTOR®, you can look among Naperville homes for sale by subdivision within District 203 and 204’s boundaries and find the perfect one for you. For inquiries regarding real estate issues, call Teresa Ryan at 630-276-7575. Teresa Ryan is the owner/broker of RyanHillRealty.

Teresa Ryan

Broker/Owner, CDPE

Ryan Hill Realty

1001 E. Chicago Ave., Ste. 103

630-276-7575

TRyan@RyanHillRealty.com