Carol Rutgers' Blog

Posted on 01/28/2019
Will Your Home Impress Buyers?
As a home seller, it is important to do everything possible to ensure your house impresses buyers. If your residence makes a positive impression on buyers, you could speed up the house selling process. Plus, you may be better equipped than ever before to maximize your house sale earnings. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help...
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Posted on 01/21/2019
Why Should You Submit a Competitive Offer on a House?
If you're on the lookout for your dream house, it pays to operate as a competitive homebuyer. And if you find your ideal residence, you should not hesitate to submit a competitive offer to purchase this house. Ultimately, there are many reasons why you should submit a competitive offer to acquire your dream house, and these include: 1. You...
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Posted on 01/14/2019
How Much Should You Pay for a Smart Home Device?
There is no set amount that a homeowner should spend on a smart house device. In fact, depending on the smart gadgets you purchase, you may wind up spending only a few dollars, or hundreds, on these devices. But if you understand how to shop for smart home gadgets, you may be better equipped than other property owners to...
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Posted on 01/07/2019
What Closing Costs Will I Pay When Buying a Home?
Closing costs are usually an unavoidable part of buying a home. While there are ways to reduce some closing costs and fees, they are an expense you will likely have to consider when it comes time to save for a home. On average, buyers can expect to pay between 2 and 5 percent of the purchase price in closing...
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Posted on 12/31/2018
Why Dogs Become a Valued Part of Your Family
Statistics vary, but according to two credible sources, 44% of Americans own a dog. That means that if you don't own a dog, there's a strong chance one or both of your next door neighbors do! Why are dogs such a permanent fixture in so many households? Unconditional love is probably the number one reason most people bring a...
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Posted on 12/24/2018
Make the Home Selling Process Fast and Easy
Let's face it – selling a home may prove to be a long, arduous process, particularly for those who are listing a residence for the first time. Fortunately, we're here to help you simplify the home selling journey and ensure you can enjoy a pleasant home selling experience. Now, let's take a look at three tips to make the...
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Posted on 12/17/2018
Services to Set Up Before You Move Into Your New House
If you recently bought a house, congratulations! Now, you just need to pack up your belongings, finalize your home purchase and relocate to your new address. You also may want to set up the following services prior to completing your move: 1. Electric What good is a new house that lacks electricity? Fortunately, if you contact the electric company...
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Posted on 12/10/2018
How Much Time Do You Need to Craft an Offer to Purchase a House?
Creating an offer to purchase a home may require several minutes, hours or days – it all depends on the buyer. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to accelerate the process of putting together a homebuying proposal that will get a seller's attention. These include: 1. Study the Housing Market Closely When it comes to preparing an...
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Posted on 12/03/2018
All About Multi-Family Homes
A multifamily home is defined as a building that has more than one unit. Each unit has its own separate kitchen, bathrooms, and utilities. These types of homes can be rented, owned, or be an investment property where a landlord collects rent. A multi-family home is a more economical way of living. Because there is less privacy and tenants...
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Posted on 11/26/2018
Bolster Your House Listing
Believe it or not, a home listing may make or break your ability to sell your residence. If your initial home listing fails to stir up interest from property buyers, there is no need to stress. In fact, there are many quick, easy ways to bolster a house listing. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help...
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Posted on 12/01/2018
Another Property Sold - 137 Honesty Lane, Bluffton, SC 29909
Just buy this lovely home, hire a mover & move in! Fabulous Fox Run Model in gorgeous 55+ Sun City-Hilton Head on a cul-de-sac street. Beautiful wood floors in living, dining areas & new wood floor in Owners' bedroom. 18" tiled Carolina Room & bathrooms. Almost $10,000 in recent updates. Shutters in living/dining room, kitchen & Carolina Room. Painted garage floor. Crown moldings throughout including bathrooms & wainscoting in foyer. Corian counters in kitchen with Stainless Steel appliances. GE Profile washer/dryer. Zoysia sod front. Expanded patio in rear is full width of home w/ gas grill stub. Tall oaks common area across...
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Posted on 11/21/2018
Video Tour - 339 Hampton Place, Bluffton, SC 29909
Long lagoon views from this heavenly Hatteras model in 55+ Sun City. Relax on the covered porch & watch the birdlife on one of the largest lagoons in the community. 2017--New Whirlpool SS kitchen appliances & carpet in living/dining room & bedrooms. Move-in ready with glass-enclosed, gas fireplace with built-in display shelves, cabinets & smooth ceilings. Whirlpool washer & dryer in laundry room. Bay window in spacious Owners' bedroom overlooking lagoon. Home is across from wooded eyebrow with bench & on cul-de-sac street. Close to Town Square, ball field, dog park, wood shop--$95 million in amenities & 130 clubs! Clean stucco...
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