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Pretty Homes Can Hide Ugly Problems

By Dena "Dena & Dave" Plane | October 10, 2020

It is hard to miss all of the Flip/House Make-Over shows on television. Some of the transformations are incredible, but some transformations seem ‘too good to be true.’ Okay, maybe they are ‘true,’ but are the make-overs good enough to last long-term? When inventory is tight and newly renovated homes are wooing prospective buyers, you need to […]

Items to Keep Safe During an Open House

By Dena "Dena & Dave" Plane | September 10, 2020

For many, an open house is a make-or-break event for marketing a home. The mix of people stopping by can lead to an offer or a quality referral. With the directional signs pointing your way, the balloons bumping off the signposts, and the house looking its best, a successful open house creates a network of […]

Don’t forget to stage your garage!

By Dena "Dena & Dave" Plane | August 10, 2020

Making a house on the market shine is all about attention to detail. If you’re going the extra mile to ensure your home is a stand-out, you’ll probably go beyond the regular touch-ups that refresh curb appeal. You might even decide to stage your home, especially if you’re not living in it while it is […]

Understanding Pocket Listings in Real Estate

By Dena "Dena & Dave" Plane | July 22, 2020

Not every home sold gets a shiny new for sale sign out front. Some homes that are for sale change hands quickly and quietly without any public advertising whatsoever. The real estate industry refers to these as “pocket listings.” You may also hear pocket listings referred to as “coming soon” listings or “whisper” listings. Pocket […]

What are Multiple Listing Services (MLS)?

By Dena "Dena & Dave" Plane | May 19, 2020

Odds are you’ve spent a little time online searching for homes. After all, most home searches begin online or on your phone. You may have even used a broker’s website or a site like Realtor.com, Trulia, or Zillow to help you browse listings. But where does listing information come from? Way back in the day, […]

Why People Love Living in Prescott Valley, Arizona

By Dena "Dena & Dave" Plane | April 21, 2020

About Prescott Valley Prescott Valley, Arizona, is a thriving family-oriented community that sits at an elevation of 5,000 feet and is located 85 miles north of Phoenix and a few minutes east of historic downtown Prescott. In fact, Prescott Valley was the seventh fastest-growing place among all cities and towns in Arizona between 1990 and […]

Commonly Overlooked Home Inspection Details

By Dena "Dena & Dave" Plane | February 20, 2020

Home inspection professionals are trained to spot problems and evaluate a home’s overall condition. Home inspectors will do their best to be ethical and thorough, however, they are also still human, and as a result, sometimes details escape their attention. If you’re making a major investment in a home, there’s no reason you have to […]

Remodeling Without Return: The Home Office

By Dena "Dena & Dave" Plane | January 21, 2020

Many home remodeling projects do wonders for the value of the home. Certain upgrades and renovations pay dividends when it comes time to sell, allowing you to recoup the money you’ve invested in the upgrade. As always, there are exceptions. There is one renovation that stands head and shoulders above the rest (or should I […]

Tips to Sell Your Home Faster

By Dena "Dena & Dave" Plane | December 15, 2019

When selling your house, there are a few key things you can prioritize to have the greatest impact for a faster sale: 1. Make Buyers Feel at Home Declutter your home! Pack away all personal items like pictures, awards, and sentimental belongings. Make buyers feel like they belong in the house. According to the 2019 Profile of Home […]