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How to Sell Your House For the Most Money – In the Shortest Time

Posted on: July 26th, 2017 | By Cliff Keith | Featured Posts, Wednesday Seller Tips - Real Estate Know-How For Home Sellers | No Comments

Every homeowner want to sell their home for the most amount of money possible in the shortest time possible!

Below are the secrets on how to sell your house.

Your imagination is the most powerful tool you have to improve the value of your property – and it’s free. Here’s how: Step out of your own shoes and step into your potential buyer’s shoes. Then take a good, realistic look at your house and property, and consider: Is it appealing? Can you imagine yourself living there comfortably? Or do you imagine yourself putting in a lot of work to make the house and property acceptable?

What interests most buyers about a property they’re considering purchasing are three things

¨ Visual appeal (landscaping, spaciousness, cleanliness, color, lack of clutter)

¨ Maintenance (everything in working order, nothing to repair or paint)

¨ Safety (locks and dead-bolts, burglar/fire alarm systems, busyness of the neighborhood)

How to Sell Your House For the Most Money - In the Shortest Time — Home Is Sold

If a potential buyer can’t form a good mental picture of living in your house – no sale! With this in mind, you’ll want to give your property a good, hard look from the outside in. You want to create a fabulous first impression so everyone will want to come inside.

What to Look For On the Outside

¨ Roof and gutters: When buyers look at your house from their car, about 30 percent of what they see is your roof. Be certain it’s in good repair.

¨ Landscaping: A well-manicured yard and a smooth, even driveway reassure potential buyers that you care about your property. A yard free of mud and weeds suggests a good sprinkler system and low maintenance.

¨ Paint and siding: Neutral colors and a clean appearance are important. Consider repainting or power-washing both your house and roof.

¨ Porch or covered patio: Make sure it’s clean and uncluttered.

¨ Fence: Make sure material and gates are in good repair.

What to Look For On the Inside

¨ Kitchen: Regardless of your kitchen size, you can make it feel spacious: Remove appliances and gadgets from your counter tops and store them. Repair broken or cracked counters.

¨ Bathrooms: Replace faucets, medicine cabinet, and towel racks if necessary; be certain the bathrooms are spotless and fresh-smelling.

¨ Master Bedroom: Spaciousness and decor are important. Remove and store nonessential furniture.

¨ Flooring: An investment in new carpeting almost always increases the perceived value of a home. Select a neutral color of medium-grade carpeting and padding. Replace cracked and broken tiles.

¨ Wall covering: A fresh coat of paint can do wonders. Always use neutral or soft, warm colors. Avoid wallpaper.

¨ Personal touches: Eclectic personal touches may distract potential buyers.

Deciding What to Do First

The most important thing to think about when placing your home up for sale is this: Fix what you can see! Cosmetic changes, regardless of the cost, will make a world of difference when it comes time to sell. Whatever you saw when you put on your potential buyer’s shoes, that’s what you do first, from the outside in.

Keep in mind that you want the best return on your investment. When you make cosmetic changes, you maximize popular appeal. People will see what looks great, and they’ll picture themselves living there. Likewise, if your home has deferred maintenance, people will imagine how much work they have to do – again, no sale!

The cost of such a project might frighten many homeowners; however, think about the cost of not doing it. If it costs $2,000 to repair your roof and gutters and you balk at the price, think again. The same roof repair will probably decrease your asking price by $10,000 when a buyer begins to negotiate. Ask Cliff Keith and Team for guidance if you need some by calling for your FREE one-hour consultation at: 650-346-7366.

Call today and let’s move towards Selling Your House For the Most Money – In the Shortest Time Possible with the least amount of headaches. Put Cliff Keith and Team in your corner by utilizing their over 41 years of experience today. Thank you.

Top 10 Mistakes Sellers Make When Accepting An Offer

Posted on: July 12th, 2017 | By Cliff Keith | Blog, Sellers Tips |

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Top 10 Mistakes Sellers Make When Accepting An Offer in Redwood City. Real estate is a great investment instrument for both the individual homeowner and the aggressive real estate investor. Not only does a home provides the basic requirements of life…shelter for its occupants. But for the real estate investor it usually brings profit from investing in homes throughout Redwood City. Profit for both homeowners and real estate investor alike. Before accepting an offer there are 10 mistakes you don’t want to make like some homeowners do when they sell their home. Be prepared for any offer presented to you when selling your biggest investment.

When selling a home in Redwood City sellers sometimes make simple illegal mistakes, which are preventable. This is provided, you the homeowner, take a few precautions before signing any agreement.

Here is a list offered by Coach Ella of Valley Escrow on their website for all Californians who own a home. Read more…

Mistakes sellers make

Listed below is what I think will help you. Please read the Top Ten Mistakes listed by the California Association of Realtors, California top Realtor’s Association.

The Top 10 Mistakes Sellers Make When Accepting An Offer: will provide the homeowner with the information and insights to help them make an intelligent decision when selling their home. Before you sale your home to anyone, be sure to read and save this check list provided by CAR close at hand. Refer to it before you sign any agreement concerning selling your home. You will be better served and happy if you do.

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What to do next?

If you would like to talk with me directly that is as easy as looking below in my signature. There is an easy 3-Step process of contacting me. And that is this:

1.) Take out your cell phone

2.) Look up my number: 650-346-7366

3.) Call me immediately

When you call me I will answer any and all of your questions. I will not hard sell you. I will be a resource center for your to use. Using my 40+ years of experience I can probably answer almost any question you may ask. If I don’t know, I will find the answer for you from one of many competent associates or vendors I have an ongoing business relationship with over many years.

Pick up that cell phone and call today. 650-346-7366 You’ll be glad you did. If you prefer submit the form on the right side.

Thank you.

Why do you say Happy Birthday to America?

Posted on: July 1st, 2017 | By Cliff Keith | Blog, Featured Posts, Holidays | No Comments

Happy Birthday America, July 4, 1776

Why do you say Happy Birthday to America? First of all, America was born on July 4, 1776. Accomplished once the Declaration of Independence was signed. They were the leader of the American colonies of King George III American traditions allows and avenue for most people to join this annual celebration on the 4th of July. A newcomer to America on the 4th of July will see in town across the country; parades, carnivals, and BBQ’s. Found cooking on grills across America on the 4th of July you will find hamburgers and hot dogs. This is the traditional 4th of July foods of choice.

Most of all, on the 4th there is another tradition found is in the form of a sky extravagance at sunset. You’ll see displayed, fireworks lighting up the evening skies. Coating the horizon with a maze of colors and design. Designs and loud explosions that leads to many oohs and aahs. People watch with anticipation for each new explosion in the sky.

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Why do you say Happy Birthday to America? — Signing of Declaration of Independence

What was the purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

The purpose of the Colonists was that they wanted representation on how taxation took place. Furthermore, they felt they had the right to voice their opinions on how the taxes collected were being spent. Reasoning of the day was quite simple… if we pay our taxes then we want to have a say on how they are managed. King George III of the United Kingdom wanted no part of this. King George III ordered his military leaders to stop the colonist from exercising any rights or freedom in any of his colonies. No matter what! American colonist while especially relevant, had to revert to guerilla warfare and disrupt the British soldiers. They did so by doing such things as dressing up like Mohawk Indians and throwing barrels of tea into Boston Harbor.

What made the Colonist so smart?

Our Founding Fathers, were aristocrats and while aristocrats some considered them as the highest class in certain societies, especially those holding hereditary titles or offices. The Founding Fathers were concerned about the forming of a democratic government where all men were equal. They also, owned land, making them landlords, and leaders of the Colony. These Colonists leaders grew up around money and all the benefits money can bring. Likewise, they understood money and how to make it work for them and anyone they helped.

Believing at their core, that American Colonists had earned the right to be independent from the British Crown. They demanded the inalienable rights and freedoms of a sovereign Nation. While the Declaration of Independence provided the Colonists the legal rights of Independence for all, first it had to be signed.

What did King George III have to say?

Severing their ties with the British Crown was not an easy task. The final version of the Declaration of Independence legitimized their freedom which was needed to achieve their Sovereign Nation.

86 men adopted and signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4^th, 1776. By do so, they probablyu created a document making our great Country the leader of the Free World rather than to remain under the contol of King George III. Countries around the world have used our Declaration of Independence as their model to become another to legitimize their freedom. Seems like our freedoms and rights should spread across the planet don’t you think?

The first printing of the Declaration of Independence by a newspaper was on July 6^th, in The Pennsylvania Evening Post.

Where can I see the Declaration of Independence?

Because people world-wide don’t have the protection of the Declaration of Independence, they find way to come to America so they can. Congress established Independence Day as a holiday in 1870. In 1938 Congress reaffirmed it as a holiday for federal employees with full pay. This is only one of many reasons, why the 4th of July is one holiday everyone loves and enjoy. The thrill of lights flashing in the sky and military parades being the best out of most. It’s a good day. Finally, now go out and enjoy your 4th,

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Save More Money With These Secrets Tip Redwood City

Posted on: June 21st, 2017 | By Cliff Keith | Blog, Sellers Tips | No Comments

Save More Money With These Secrets Tip Redwood City

Having a Marketing Plan in place, which is time tested and proven is the best asset for a homeowner. They need a good plan when selling their home. And when you hire the only international real estate firm in the world you will improve your chances. Cliff Keith and Team at Today Sotheby’s Realty on your team will insure that it will be more in your favor.

With over 41 years as a local Realtor, Cliff Keith and Team brings to the table most real estate agents don’t provide. They have been selling homes throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties for all of those years. Cliff Keith and Team focus in on protecting our clients. We do so by making sure their transaction is done in the most up-to-date method. This includes the newest Marketing Strategies and the most currently legal requirements for California real estate. One of the most important ways to protect our clients is from using California Association of Realtors documents. We also use our own private checklists to may sure our clients do NOT become litigants. We are always checking and rechecking to make sure your transaction is done correctly.

Our goal

Cliff Keith and Team wants for you to be so ecstatic with your experience with us that you will refer two people to us. This is done before you close your own escrow. You will want to tell your friends, family, work associates all about your experience. Our focus is to become your Realtor for Life. Mainly because you would realize there is no other acceptable choice than us.

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Below you can watch a 35 second video. The video will give you a brief overview of how we work. After watching you surely will want Cliff Keith and Team in your corner. Not only when you decide to sell your home, but when you buy your new home too. Enjoy.

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Happy Father’s Day To All The Fathers

Posted on: June 18th, 2017 | By Cliff Keith | Holidays | No Comments

Happy Father’s Day…

Happy Father’s Day To All The Fathers

Father’s Day a brief history on how it became a national holiday in America. Read all the trials and tribulation required for Fathers in order for them to be recognized as the hero they are to us.

After the success of Anna Jarvis with her advocating for Mother’s Day, Sonora Smart Dodd founded Father’s Day in 1910. Sonora Smart Dodd was born in Arkansas but later moved to Spokane, Washington where the first Father’s Day celebration took place on June 19, 1910.

Who was Ms. Sonora Dodd?

Ms. Sonora Dodd wanted to honor her father, a Civil War veteran, and single father of six children. His name was William Jackson Smart. Sonora Smart Dodd after hearing in church the story about Anna Jarvis and her work for Mothers of America became inspired. After the sermon Ms. Dodd went to her minster and told him of her intentions and requested his help. The minister couldn’t put a sermon together by June 5^th, which was Sonora Dodd’s father birthday and instead suggested the third Sunday of the month of June.

Did it stick?

For the next two decades Father’s Day lost its steam and was in limbo until Sonora Dodd return to Spokane from Chicago and started promoting the celebration again. This time she sought help from the Father’s Day Council, founded by the New York Associated Men’s Wear Retailers and they conducted ad campaigns to promote Father’s Day despite the fact the newspapers made fun of them. They ran negative articles and cartoons in their papers making fun of a commercial Father’s Day.

The Father’s Day Council did not give up. They ran campaigns using the newspaper ads and jokes to promote their holiday. The Father’s Day Council efforts didn’t work for Congress when brought before them in the teens, the 20’s and the 50’s! Then in 1966 President Lyndon B. Johnson issued the first presidential proclamation honoring fathers. In 1972 Richard Nixon signed into law a permanent national holiday

Papa’s Pearls

In 2012 Diane Flynn Keith wrote a wonderful book about her father. It’s called Papa’s Pearls you can find it at her website here. You may want to read it or give a copy to your Father. Which, is a great story for any family that has a Papa who also shared his wisdom with his family.

Interestingly, in 1980 the Father’s Council wrote that “Father’s Day has become a ‘Second Christmas’ for all the men gift-oriented industries.” Now you know more about your Father. Now everyone go wish a Happy Father’s Day To All The Fathers who are out there.

Pay zero money to buyers when selling your beautiful home this year

Posted on: April 12th, 2017 | By Cliff Keith | Featured Posts, Sellers Tips, Wednesday Seller Tips - Real Estate Know-How For Home Sellers | No Comments

Pay Zero Money When You Do The 10 Top Must Before You Sell Your Home!

Pay zero money to buyers when selling your beautiful home this year — paint the walls

Pay zero money when selling your real estate and here’s What To Do Before You Selling A Home. You want to make simple improvements that will not only increase your ability to get a top price but make it sell quickly too. You intentions is to make your home inviting to prospective home buyers as much as possible.

Listed here are 10-top inexpensive ways to fix-up and make your home “pop: to prospective buyers before placing your home on the market for sale. These 10-top inexpensive ways to improve your home will pay you back 10 times over if done correctly.

What can you do to get the biggest bang for your buck?

The 10-top inexpensive things to do:

1. Paint the front of your house including your front door.
2. Trim the existing plants then plant eye-catching flowers.
3. Paint your home with neutral colors on the interior
4. Your floors are important so, replace, repair, or buff out.
5. Go ahead and use your reports to make the recommended major repairs like the roof, pest report’s section-1 items.
6. Put a HPP (Home Protection Plan) on your home and all major systems
7. Make energy-efficient improvements you may get a tax credit too
8. Replace light fixtures and install low energy bulbs
9. Buy a new stove for the kitchen (make the buyer happy)
10. Replace in the bathrooms: fixtures, shower heads, toilet seat.

It should go without saying the home shows the best if it has a through cleaning job. Be sure to get rid of all dust, dirt, cobwebs, mold and any smells from pungent cooking odors, pet smells, or mildew. Hire a maid service as they will come in and do a “white tornado” in only a few hours. Buyers want to see the house as how it may look when they move in.

There is nothing like a bright, fresh open air feeling to bring buyers calling with an offer.

Don’t wait until the last moment

Only warning is to do these before you allow any prospective buyer in your lovely home. You only have one chance to make a first impression. Make sure your first impression count!

Once you have completed these 10-top expensive things to your home, you will be in the driver’s seat. These 10- top things will generate a higher sales price for your lovely home in the shortest period of time.

By taking a little time and money can return a far greater yield. Usually, there are fewer seller concessions on terms of the sale too. Selling a home is a process and it is not an event like the Super Bowl. That is why a homeowner is better off all the way around by following a step by step plan to make sure their home shines to any prospective buyer who walks through their front door.

What to do next?

If you would like to discuss this further with Cliff Keith and Team here’s 3 easy steps to take, take out your cell phone, look up our number, and call us immediately,our cell phone is 650-346-7366.Together we will figure out what is the best way for you to get the best advise available so that you may make an intelligent decision on how best to sell your home.

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How to Sell Your House For the Most Money – In the Shortest Time

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Why do you say Happy Birthday to America?

Save More Money With These Secrets Tip Redwood City

Happy Father’s Day To All The Fathers

Pay zero money to buyers when selling your beautiful home this year

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How to Sell Your House For the Most Money – In the Shortest Time

Every homeowner want to sell their home for the most amount of money possible in the shortest time possible!

Below are the secrets on how to sell your house.

What to Look For On the Outside

What to Look For On the Inside

Deciding What to Do First

Top 10 Mistakes Sellers Make When Accepting An Offer

10 Tips to do it right:

Mistakes sellers make

What to do next?

Why do you say Happy Birthday to America?

Happy Birthday America, July 4, 1776

What was the purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

What made the Colonist so smart?

What did King George III have to say?

Where can I see the Declaration of Independence?

Save More Money With These Secrets Tip Redwood City

Save More Money With These Secrets Tip Redwood City

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Watch One of Our Videos

Happy Father’s Day To All The Fathers

Happy Father’s Day…

Happy Father’s Day To All The Fathers

Who was Ms. Sonora Dodd?

Did it stick?

Papa’s Pearls

Pay zero money to buyers when selling your beautiful home this year

Pay Zero Money When You Do The 10 Top Must Before You Sell Your Home!

What can you do to get the biggest bang for your buck?

Don’t wait until the last moment

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