Real Estate Information

Selling a Coos Bay home, or trying to sell a home, while still living in it as a family is not without its challenges. One of the primary responsibilities of a home seller is to keep a home presentable, which means clean, neat and organized so that at any given minute a potential buyer can come in and view your home at its best. Talk about stress.

Anyone with children has experienced toys taking over his home at some point. Even small babies, unable to move, somehow amass a trove of toys, books, play mats and more, quickly taking up valuable living room space. When trying to sell your Coos Bay home, dealing with these toys is of the essence.

The best plan of attack when dealing with a family’s vast amount of “stuff” is to pack away unneeded items. These items can be stored and appreciated that much more when unpacked in a new home. While this is clearly a much easier task for adults, its is a great way for the entire family to be involved.

As for toys that cannot be abandoned for any length of time, storage baskets could turn out to be a home seller’s best friend. If a showing has just been announced simply throw all toys in baskets which can be neatly parked along a bedroom wall, in a closet, or in the garage. An easy alternative is the best way to avoid stress when showing your home.

For other Coos Bay home for sale tips, contact Jan Delimont, a Coos Bay Realtor with a MBA, about how to get the most out of your property investment.  Jan Delimont can be reached at 541-290-1850 or by email.

Click here to learn more about how clean homes show better.

Anyone selling a Coos Bay Oregon home gets excited with the anticipation of receiving an offer, how to approach it can be another story. When your Coos Bay Oregon Realtor, like Jan Delimont, calls you with an offer and sends it your way it is important to peruse the contract with a discriminating eye. Look over every detail and try to keep the following in mind:

• Take the emotion out. It is understandable that you are attached to your Coos Bay Oregon home, you might think it is worth every penny you are asking for it, or you might disagree with inspection items. You decided to sell your home, take your attachment away from it and sell it from a real estate perspective.
• Prioritize. What is most important to you as the seller? Closing quickly? Price? Inclusions? Financing?
• What are the buyer’s priorities? If closing quickly is key then maybe you can get closer to your asking price by offering to move up the closing date.

Listening to your Coos Bay Oregon Realtor can be extremely helpful and important during the selling process, from pricing your home to walking through a contract. Look over the details of the contract you receive, make notes, examine the contingencies and ask questions. Having experience and knowledge on your side make selling your Coos Bay home a much easier experience.  Call Jan Delimont, a Coos Bay Oregon Realtor, at 541-290-1850 or by email today!

If you are selling your North Bend home you should pay careful attention to how it appears to the naked eye.  While you certainly shouldn't judge a book by its cover it is terribly hard not to when it comes to Oregon Coast real estate, and a potential buyer's first impression is everything.  It is important to remember that the first impression begins with the exterior of your home.  The curb appeal of your home should not be overlooked.

While painting a home should hardly be a deal-breaker, peeling paint is not going to lure a buyer in to wanting to look at the interior of your home.  Peeling paint on the outside makes one wonder what has been neglected on the inside.  As a seller it is important to know that exterior work, from replacing siding and doors to cleaning the windows, can often recoup the best return when it comes to selling a home. 

What a buyer sees could very well be what a buyer gets, and if you want to sell your home it is extremely prudent to make it look its best.  Exterior care leads one to believe that interior care has been attended to as well.  Pay attention to your North Bend home's curb appeal, and with the help of your North Bend Realtor, Jan Delimont, you may get more showings on your Coos Bay, Oregon Coast, or North Bend home for sale.  Contact Jan Delimont at 541-290-1850 or by email today!

Click here to read a recent report from Realty Times and the cost-effectiveness of curb appeal projects.

There are a number of smart decisions Oregon coast home owners can make to live greener during the holidays, choices that will not only make people lessen their impact on the environment but also add a little zip to your holiday spirit. The holidays breed good will toward men and the spirit of giving, and there is no need to ignore the environment in the process.

Wrapping paper. Wrapping paper no doubt creates the most garbage during the holiday season and choosing recycled or reusable materials is easier on the landfills. Fabric makes a great wrapping and can be used again for further wrapping or to make something out of.

Christmas trees. Christmas tree farms grow trees strictly for Christmas time, lessening the effects that could come from chopping a tree down in a forest, its natural environment. Choosing a farmed tree is kinder than cutting one down.

Recycle your tree. Most neighborhoods have areas designated as Christmas tree drop-off sites. Dropping your tree off will enable it to be turned into mulch or returned to the environment in a different way.

These are just a few ways to lessen the burden we make on the environment during the holiday season. We live in a consumer society, something we are all guilty of, and the holidays represent a time of greatest impact. It might just lift our spirits to do our part toward easing the impact during this busy time of year.

Jan Delimont, an Oregon coast Realtor, would love to help you find your perfect Oregon coast home for sale.  For Happy Holiday wishes and answers to your Coos Bay OR real estate questions, please contact Jan Delimont at 541-290-1850 or by email today.

Many people grow up assuming that they will own a home one day, and while the days of taking everything for granted may appear as days gone by, Coos Bay OR home ownership is a viable dream that has its benefits.  Recent reports show that those who own a home are often more financially stable than those who have stuck to renting.

If you have been considering Coos Bay home ownership here are some of the benefits you could expect from your endeavor:

Affordability.  Right now OR home ownership is at the highest affordability level seen in years.  The historically low interest rates, high inventories and low home values have created an ideal buyers market.

Community.  Owning a home helps create roots in a community.  Neighborhood involvement, dedication to local education, and community spirit all seem more prevalent for those who own homes and are dedicated to making their neighborhood a better place to live.

Tax break.  While there is talk about putting an end to the mortgage interest deduction, for the time being the tax law is still in effect.  The ability to write off mortgage interest paid is an added bonus of home ownership that you will especially appreciate come April 15th.

Ownership.  While you may start off by financing your home, if you stay in it long enough it will eventually be yours.  Having your monthly payments go toward owning a home, rather that making your landlord richer, is a great accomplishment.

Equity.  Owning a home is typically like owning a giant piggy bank.  Homes typically appreciate each year, making your home more valuable the longer you stay in it.

Home ownership is still seen as a beneficial move and when it comes to southern Coos Bay real estate there couldn't be a better time to be a buyer.  For those who have steady income, money set aside for a down payment, and the desire to stay in an area for the next two to five years, it might just be time to jump off the fence and let Jan Delimont, a Coos Bay Oregon Realtor, find the perfect starter Coos Bay home that meets your needs today. 

Contact Jan Delimont at 541-290-1850 or by email for answers to your questions.

There are many things to think about when selling your Coos Bay home during the holiday season. It is hard to believe that the holiday season is upon us. The day after Thanksgiving marks shopping, with waves of holiday shopping specials, sales and more. The day after Thanksgiving also marks a time when many people begin the search for the perfect Christmas tree. When decorating your home and preparing it for the holidays there are a few tips to remember that will keep it safe and help avoid any holiday pitfalls.

When using lighting for holiday decorating remember that strings of lights are designated indoor or outdoor and should be used as indicated. In addition no more than three strands of lights should be used per extension cord. Try to keep your cords organized and out of sight from people, as with any time of year the neater your home appears for a showing the better.

Another thing to consider regarding holiday lighting is turning them on and off. Realtors or anyone else who may be showing your home should be instructed to turn lights off when they leave.

Choose the freshest tree you can find, the drier the tree the more flammable the tree. Christmas tree lights are the cause of countless house fires, don’t let yours be one of them.

The holidays are a busy time of year, filled with cooking. Make sure your appliances are turned off when you are finished baking or cooking.

Lastly, the holidays are a time when theft is at its peak. Do not announce your vacation on your answering machine or by a note on your door. Make sure your Realtor doesn’t let anyone know that your home is empty. If people think you are home or coming home soon they will be less likely to target your house.

The holidays are an enjoyable time, take care of your home and help make the time as stress-free as possible!

Contact Jan Delimont today, 541-290-1850, for more information about Coos Bay real estate and access to the Coos Bay MLS.