http://cbdistinctivemontrose.com/blog/categoryname_real-estate-tips/sort_entrydatetime-desc/ April showers bring May flowers!  Spring welcomes bright new beginnings to this world, with flowers blossoming, new leaves bearing color to the trees, and baby bird chirping.  Gone are the cold, frozen days and the snow. To make sure you enjoy spring just as much as the rest of earth, follow these simple but essential tips.Grab Your Cleaning KitSpring cleaning might sound old school, but treating your house to a scrub top to bottom is well worth the effort.  To make the process simpler with less things to clean, set up a spot in your house or garage for items that need to go.  We tend to collect stuff over the winter so removing all the clutter will send the message that you are ready to open wide the windows and allow that beautiful spring breeze to flow through your house.  Once you’ve done that, equip each person in the family with a rag and crisp smelling all-purpose cleaner, such as Mrs. Meyer’s Lemon Verbena cleaner, and go to town. Spruce Up the GardenNothing says spring more than young daffodils and iris blooming in your garden.  Wait until the average daily temperature reaches 50°F before you trim away all of the dead vegetation do any pruning, raking or mulching to ensure important insect pollinators are not being killed.  Your beautiful blooms rely on those 6-legged creatures. If you see nests or cocoons, leave them be. Before planting any bulbs or seeds, thoroughly weed your garden, till the soil to a depth of ten inches, and then mix in some compost, nature’s slow release fertilizer.  Now sow your seeds, shower them with a bit of tender loving care, and you’ll enjoy a vibrant garden in no time.Switch Up the DecorNow that all the hard labour is done, head back inside and unleash your interior decorator side.  Replace your dark colored pillows or tea towels or oversized blankets with pastel prints and flowy throws.  If you have a lavender bush already in bloom, trim some branches and use as a centerpiece for your kitchen table.  Swap out apple spice candles for citrus or floral scents. For a no-cost redecorating, simply rearrange your living room to bring a feeling of variation.  Repaint some of your rooms if you’re feeling a bigger project, choosing colors such as a light mint or pale yellow to help reflect natural light around the room.    http://cbdistinctivemontrose.com/blog/5712/how-to-freshen-your-home-for-spring/ Mon, 16 Apr 2018 12:00:00 -0700 Spring is a great time to sell your home. This is when the market really starts to heat up and open houses are frequent on Sunday afternoons. Spring historically is known for yielding the highest prices for sellers, but you must go through the right steps in order to accomplish this. The competition will also be strong, so check out these tips to be prepared!Choose the right realtorWe aren't just saying this because we are a real estate office. This is an important part in pricing your home correctly. If it is too low, obviously you won't get the most amount for it, however if it is too high it will stay on the market longer which in the long run will most likely mean it will decrease in price.  Look for a realtor that can sell your home fast - check in to their history, the marketing they do, and most importantly, that you get along with them. Have a planAre you going to buy a new home once your home sells?  Can you move in with family?  Will you choose to rent? Know what your plan is before you put your house on the market. Talking with a local lender can be a great starting point and is something you should definitely do before you sell. Know the marketThis is where a realtor can come in really handy. Not all markets are the same. Ask your realtor about MONTROSE'S market and when the best time to sell is, whether it is early March or late April.  It really could make a huge difference. Start Spring CleaningIt is best to be proactive and start cleaning as soon as you are considering selling your home. Bad odors and stains is a huge turn off for potential buyers, even if it is an easy fix. Wash your windows, dust baseboard trims, clean appliances, clean your showers, and clean the inside of the cabinets. You will be thankful once you are in the middle of it all that you put in the work ahead of time.  http://cbdistinctivemontrose.com/blog/5703/how-to-sell-your-home-in-the-spring/ Thu, 12 Apr 2018 12:00:00 -0700