Chris Voigt's Real Estate Blog
There are countless tips on real estate investing available and this is by no means intended as a comprehensive list. While every investment has its own intricacies and problems that need to be worked out, there are some very basic aspects that are common to most investment properties. Understanding those aspects and asking questions about them can help you determine whether a particular real estate investment opportunity is for you.Anything Can ChangeBuilding in the capacity for change in your...
Hardwood floors are highly desirable for most homeowners, but they come with their share of challenges when it comes to cleaning, maintenance, and repairs. After a few months or years of heavy use from kids playing with toys and chairs being shuffled around, it may be time for some DIY fixes.
Hiding scratches: If you’ve got a good eye for matching colors, you can actually use crayons or markers or purchase wax sticks from the hardware store to fill-in scratches. Try to match the stain color on...
Open House!
Sunday, July1st, 2018 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
2180 Lakeview Road
Lake View, NY 14085
Immaculate and pristine 5 bedroom home situated on rare 17 acre lot. Center entrance colonial with 2 story foyer welcomes you to an open floor plan with spacious kitchen featuring breakfast bar, island, stainless steel appliances, and vaulted ceiling over breakfast room with large windows overlooking picturesque lot. Family room with gas fireplace and built in surround sound system. Formal dining room...
OPEN SUNDAY - June 17th 1-3pm
109 Boxelder Lane, Amherst, NY 14228
Beautiful Marrano-built patio home with second floor loft. This home features a huge great room with vaulted ceilings and a fireplace overlooking a private backyard. The kitchen features upgraded cabinets, granite counter tops, pantry and beautiful hardwood floors. A spacious master bedroom includes a large walk-in closet and master suite with walk-in shower. Convenient first floor laundry, spacious second bedroom with ample...
You’ve most likely heard the rule: Save for a 20-percent down payment before you buy a home. The logic behind saving 20 percent is solid, as it shows that you have the financial discipline and stability to save for a long-term goal. It also helps you get favorable rates from lenders.
But there can actually be financial benefits to putting down a small down payment—as low as three percent—rather than parting with so much cash up front, even if you have the money available.
THE DOWNSIDE
The dow...
Home buyers tend to have a lot of questions about home inspections. Are they required? How are they different from appraisals? When does it take place? Here are answers to these and other common questions. 1. Home inspections aren't required, but they're worth it.There is no law that says you have to have an inspection when buying a house. It's an option that is generally left up to the home buyer. But while you're not required to have a house inspected before purchasing, it's generally a wise i...
Sellers seem to have mixed reactions when they hear the word "staging." Some go all-in, while others are somewhat resistant to the idea. The more reluctant homeowners ask questions like: Why would anyone bother staging a home before selling it? It sounds like a lot of extra work for me. What do I get out of it?There's a simple answer to these questions. By staging your home effectively, you have a better chance of selling it quickly and for the highest possible price. This alone should be enough...
