Subject: Design Trends For The Home

Hello NAME,

Ready to give your home an update? Here are some new design trends to keep in mind when making those upgrades.

Wood floors are still here to stay when it comes to home trends, but the shift is in the shade of wood, with a lighter wood as the new trend. People are also looking for a simpler trim style and moving away from the crown molding.

While white kitchen cabinets have been very popular the new trend is going toward a more colorful kitchen with darker colors on the cabinets. Darker colors for lower cabinets and lighter upper cabinets are being seen a lot in new kitchen designs as well.

According to some home designers, a few other trends that we will be seeing more of will be bare brick walls and more color throughout the entire home, not just in the kitchen.

Lighting will always be an important feature in the home. Many are leaning toward more unique types of lighting to add more personality and style to the home. Vintage fixtures continue to be a popular option. When it comes to lighting don’t be afraid to mix metals. All the fixtures in your home do not have to match.

Another trend is the use of more natural elements in the home with an emphasis on wood being used throughout. In addition, accessories to make the home feel more cozy such as faux fur throws.

Minimalism is not just for the millennials, many are leaning toward less clutter and decorating with items that have a purpose.

Of course, you don’t want to make decisions simply based on a trend. Your home is your oasis. It should make you feel comfortable and relaxed so choose items and materials that you like and that you will enjoy for years to come.

Keep function in mind as well. While some trends may look nice, they may not be practical for everyone.

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Subject: Simple Bathroom Updates

Hello NAME,

If you want to spruce up your bathroom but you don’t want any remodeling involved, try a few of these simple updates to give your bathroom an updated look and feel.

1. New Hardware- replace your old towel bar, toilet paper holder, hand towel holder, and vanity knobs with new modern ones.

2. New Shower Curtain and Towels- By hanging a new shower curtain, towels and hand towels your bathroom will have a whole new look and feel. Try a pop of color to add some brightness to the room.

3. Paint the Walls- A new coat of paint is one of the best ways to create the biggest change.

4. Hang a New Mirror- Replace your old mirror with one that has a bit of character.

5. Add a Backsplash- A simple backsplash above your vanity will help give your bathroom that custom look.

You don’t have to go through all the work of a remodel in order to make a big difference!

Warmly,
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Subject: An Important Key to Success: Time Management

Hello NAME,

No matter what your profession, time management is essential for staying organized and productive, and for freeing up valuable time to spend doing some of the things you enjoy.

To properly manage your time, it is essential that you create a schedule and stick to it.

Go into your calendar and insert your personal non-negotiable items. Maybe that’s going to the gym every morning at 6 o’clock. That’s a non-negotiable, put that in. Maybe every single day, you want to pick your kids up from school at 3 o’clock, get them home, get them started on their homework. Put those non-negotiable personal items in your calendar.

Determine your start and end time for work and then time block your work activities.

Reserve the morning for those items that need your focus and attention the most, the morning is when you are usually most productive.

Try keeping a time log for a week to help fine tune your efficiency, so you can see where you are spending most of your time.

You are going to be so glad that you have everything scheduled. It will give you a sense of peace, and a lot more freedom!

Warmly,
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Subject: Having A Loan Pre Approval Gives You Negotiation Power!

Hello NAME,

If you plan to shop for a new home anytime in the next few months it’s not too early to meet with a quality lender to discuss your financing options.

Buyers sometimes mistakenly think that this is not something they need to do until they have selected a home and received an acceptance of their offer.

Top real estate agents agree that when they present an offer to purchase to their sellers the strength of the buyers qualification has a serious impact on whether or not their offer is accepted. In the case of a multiple bid situation it may be the critical deciding factor.

Another advantage to meeting with a lender before your home search begins is to confirm your credit score and follow any of your lenders recommendations to prepare to put your best financial foot forward. This will help insure you qualify for the loan amount you need to buy your dream home.  A credit score of 680 or higher is ideal and even if you think you know what your score is it may have changed and it’s best to have a current rating.

Having your pre approval in hand will and help you feel comfortable that you are shopping well within your budget and allow you to know how high you can go if competing against other offers.

It’s also important to give you lender permission to communicate with your real estate agent so that they can work as a team to help you win the negotiation and close the deal quickly and without stress.

Lenders can usually with a fair amount of accuracy predict the interest rates over the next few months to help you time the market to get your best rate.

You can email me and I will be happy to refer you to some of the best lenders in our local market who have the most competitive rates and the most outstanding service!

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Subject: If You Are Planning a Move in the Future, When Should You Reach Out to a Real Estate Agent?

Hello NAME,

Sellers today have access to endless data and information, making it easier than ever before when it comes to beginning to plan their next move.

If a move is in your future and you do not have a pressing deadline, it is wise to get a jump start on your planning. This advanced planning can potentially help you correctly time the market, reduce stress, and maximize profit.

But how far in advance should you start to plan?

If you Google this question you will see all sorts of articles and advice.

However, this well-meaning advice may not fit your situation. There are many important factors to consider:

• The seasonality of your market – when is the best time of year to sell in your area?
• Best timing for you family – for example, the end of the school year?
• How much time do you need to allow for the work you want to do in order to prepare the home for sale?

Each homeowner’s situation is unique and often the best step is to consult with an experienced real estate professional early in the planning. 

This type of professional consult may help you dial in the details of your move. An agent can also help you avoid spending money on items to prep the home for sale by advising you on changes that are not valuable or necessary. This consult can even help you or connect you to the help you need to shop your next destination.

At a minimum, you will want to reach out to an agent 2-3 months in advance of your move and ask them to provide some information such as a current market update, a market assessment of trends that could impact your timing, as well as a curb to curb inspection to give you tips to fix and prepare for showing your home at its best.

A full-service agent, when carefully selected, will have the resources to do what needs to be done to insure the home closes. Reach out to me regardless of when you would like to sell. I would be happy to be that full-service agent for you!

Warmly,
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Subject: Is It Time to Refinance Your Mortgage?

Hello NAME,

Now may be a good time for you to refinance your mortgage if…

1. You have high interest rate credit cards or other consumer debts you would like to consolidate into one payment at a much lower rate of interest.

• You would like to pull cash to pay for home renovations.

• You would like to save enough money monthly to allow you to quickly recoup any out of pocket expenses that it cost you to obtain the refinance, due to the interest rate reduction.

• You would like to put your home on a 15-year amortization plan and pay it off faster!

If you have questions and need a connection to a quality lender in our local marketplace, text me at ENTER AGENT PHONE NUMBER and I would be happy to connect you to someone who can help.

Warmly,
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Subject: Travel Plans? How to Keep Your Home Safe

Hello NAME,

No matter how long you are away, whether it’s a weekend or an extended vacation, here are a few actions you can take to keep your home safe.

1. Don’t advertise you are away. It is never a good idea to post on social media that you are going on vacation.
2. Make sure all the home’s entrances are well-lit. Also consider setting some of your indoor lights on timers to make it appear that you are home.
3. Open some of your curtains and blinds so that during the day it gives the impression you are home.

These tips don’t guarantee your home won’t be broken into but they are great preventative measures.

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Subject: How To Stage Your Home

Hello NAME,

Are you considering putting your house up for sale, but not sure where to start? Afraid it will take too long to sell, or that you won’t get the price you want?

An easy place to start is staging your home. In other words, setting the scene for immediate buyer interest in your property.

To be effective, you need to look at both the outside and the inside of your home. To start, here are some tips to get you started with the inside:

1. De-clutter. This is one of the most important things you can do. Pack up everything you don’t need and store the boxes out of sight in the garage (or consider temporarily renting a small storage locker).

2. Organize your closets – put similar colors together, pants together, skirts together, shirts together etc. Why? Because it will make the closets look bigger. (Really.) An organized closet appears bigger, and you want your closets to look as spacious as possible.

3. Make your home look like a model. You want to de-personalize as much as possible, so potential buyers can imagine themselves and their own belongings occupying the space in your house. Clear off kitchen counters as much as possible. Stash all those appliances you don’t use and put miscellaneous small clutter in a few attractive baskets or boxes.

And the biggest tip of all? Imagine yourself as a potential buyer looking at your property for the very first time. What impressions are you getting? Would you buy your house? What would you like to see changed before you put an offer on your house?

Proper staging helps you sell your house in a shorter time and at the price you want. Feel free to reply to this email with any questions about selling your home!

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Subject: A Few Quick Ways to Increase Curb Appeal

Hello NAME,

Whether you are preparing your house to sell or simply want to make a good first impression, curb appeal is important.

There are a few simple steps you can take to add curb appeal to your home without spending a lot of money.

1. The Front Door: It is the entry to your home so don’t neglect it. Get creative with your front door by adding a splash of color. Try a fresh coat of paint or a bold and colorful new door mat.

2. Make a Statement with Some Flowers: Keep things symmetrical by adding a flower pot to each side of the entrance. Visit your local nursery and ask for advice on the best design ideas for your flower pots. Get something with more height for the middle and then place lower annuals such as wave petunias around the edges so the flowers spill over the edges of the pots.

3. A Good Clean Rinse: Use a pressure washer to clean your driveway and walkways. Then clean your windows inside out to let the sun shine in.

4. Take Care of Your Lawn: Your lawn has a huge impact when it comes to the over-all curb appeal of your house. Make sure to keep your lawn manicured and green. For expert advice on caring for your lawn visit the national Association of Landscape Professionals’ website at https://www.loveyourlandscape.org/.

5. Upgrade Your Lighting: Visit your local hardware store to select lighting that better fits the style and size of your home.

With these budget-friendly changes you will see your home’s curb appeal drastically increase.

Feel free to reply to this email to find out the accurate value of your home!

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