Selling your home this spring

Brought to you byCaroline

Nalisnick, The Kloster Group at HOME Real Estate

We are only a few weeks into 2023 and the spring real estate market is already in full force. Buyers felt defeated going into the fall with high interest rates causing a lot of buyers to pull out of the market. Now that interest rates are starting to settle down, buyers are resuming their home search. As we trend towards a more neutral market, one aspect has changed from last year - buyers are more selective.

While we are seeing average days on market around 30-45 days, multiple offer situations are out there. Buyers are willing to compete for a home when the home is move-in ready. As a Seller, that means that preparing your home for market is more important than ever. Buyers value a clean and well-maintained home. A well cared for home that is clean with up-to-date renovations, fresh landscaping, and staging all play into how desirable your home will be this spring.

Some of the easiest ways to make your home standout include cleaning windows, refreshing landscaping with new mulch and pine straw, de-cluttering your home, deep cleaning the house from top to bottom, updating light fixtures, replacing burnt out light bulbs, pressure washing your exterior, blowing leaves off your roof, cleaning out gutters, and touching up paint on trim, doors, and walls. You want a buyer to walk into your home and be able to spend their energy and time envisioning their lives within those walls. You don’t want a buyer to leave with a checklist of small projects to tackle immediately upon closing which overwhelms and scares a buyer away. Without taking on full renovations, staging is an excellent way to showcase how to best utilize the space with furniture that is on trend and neutral to a wide buyer base. Homes that are staged are selling quicker and for more money.

Buyers are also expecting to include contingencies in an offer they present. Due diligence is rightfully back as well as appraisal and financing contingencies. While it is still competitive, it is a lot more even playing field than last spring. Buyers want to take the time to make sure they know what they are buying and have had the proper time to inspect and analyze such a large purchase.

If you need help determining what preparation is necessary to sell your home, reach out to a full-service realtor like The Kloster Group. We are happy to walk through your home and help set you up for success in your sale. The effort you put into prepping your home will pay off every time!

Investing in your home is one of the hardest and most important decisions you will make for your family. You don’t have to do it alone! Call or email Caroline at 404-513-9226 or email caroline@homegeorgia.com and get a response within 24 hours.

Brought to you by – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties

New Homes Division

For a limited time, Patrick Malloy Communities is offering a 4.99% 30-Year Fixed interest rate on available homes at Hillandale a charming Charleston inspired neighborhood. Offering elegant interior finishes and unique designs, Hillandale is located just minutes from the heart of Historic Roswell and features sophisticated four-and five-bedroom thoughtfully curated homes with an abundance of entertaining spaces both indoors and out. Luxury features can include a unique moving wall of glass doors that lead to outdoor living areas, primary suites, 10 ft ceilings and hardwoods on the main level, as well as high-end stainless-steel appliances and basements. In addition, the Patrick Malloy Design Center is available to help customize each home’s interior.

In addition to impressive interior details, the homes at Hillandale include a variety of features including an irrigation system, tankless water heater, freestanding tub, gas lanterns per plan on front patios, pebbled driveways and community sidewalks. Front and rear lawn maintenance are also included in the HOA.

There are several move-in ready homes available including the popular Windham situated on lot 9 which offers a lavish owners retreat on main level. The grand 2-story entry foyer showcases the wonderful flow and functionality of this home. There is a dining room with butler’s pantry and seating for 10+ guests. The chef’s kitchen with oversized island and breakfast bar opens to the fireside family room with beamed ceilings. This fourbedroom and four and one-half bathroom home is offered at $1,098,820.

On Lot 10, the Galway B does not disappoint with its spacious open concept living and guest suite on the main level. The impressive kitchen boasts upgraded finishes, center island, stainless steel appliances and double ovens. The covered patio off the kitchen is ideal for large scale entertaining. Upstairs find an impeccable owner’s suite with sitting room, a loft, and generous secondary bedrooms for a total of four-bedrooms and three-and-one half baths. Offered for $1,126,060.

The Tierney situated on homesite 11 is a striking two-story home featuring four bedrooms, three and one-half baths and is perfect for entertaining with open living spaces and a chef’s kitchen with the latest in design. There are three large secondary bedrooms and a large loft. Priced at $1,126,005, this discerning home includes hardwoods on the main level and an extensive list of designer upgrades.

Homesite 12 features the Galway A an open and inviting home design with three bedrooms, four baths and a loft perfect for a home office. The elegant, sleek kitchen offers a huge island with breakfast bar and a hidden walk-in pantry with appliance bar and floating shelves. Enjoy easy access from the kitchen to the covered patio for additional outdoor entertaining space. Other assets include a mud room, an abundance of storage and three-car tandem garage. Offered for $1,105.310.

Homeowners at Hillandale enjoy a convenient and central location with easy access to local dining and shopping. The Chattahoochee River and pristine parks envelop the area creating a wide array of recreational activities. The Chattahoochee River Nature Preserve is just a short drive away with kayaking, biking and walking trials, and a summer music series. Districted in Roswell’s highly acclaimed school system, Hillandale is a neighborhood suited for any lifestyle.

Patrick Malloy Communities, founded in 1994 by Patrick Malloy, builds new homes in Metro Atlanta and Savannah, Georgia. To date, the builder has developed over 11,000 homesites and built 7,000 homes with a total of more than $4 billion in sales. Accolades include multiple mentions in the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s Top 20 Homebuilder and numerous professionalism awards, including community of the year awards. Patrick Malloy Communities also received a 2022 Guildmaster Award from GuildQuality for demonstrating exceptional customer service within the residential construction industry.

For more details on Hillandale, visit PMCommunities.com, call 770/2545372 or visit the sales center at 3025 Barnes Mill Ct. Roswell, 30075. Patrick Malloy Communities is represented by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties’ New Homes Division. BHHSgaNewHomes.com. An Equal Housing Opportunity.