Top 3 Mistakes Made by Home Sellers!

Top 3 Mistakes Made by Home Sellers!

And other reasons why homes don't sell.

Sometimes a small upfront investment of some cash, time and a little elbow grease can yield a big return when selling your home. The vast majority of buyers want move in ready homes - unless they are getting a great deal below market value. Most buyers are easily turned off by odors, can't see past clutter and don't want to take on costly repairs. If you want top dollar for your home, you need to get it show stopping ready.  Many move in ready homes in today's market are receiving multiple offers!

You also want to make your home available for buyers to see. Many buyers are working and their only free time to see homes are evenings and weekends. Even if it's inconvenient to you, making time for a buyer will ensure they don't just move on the the next home that is available to see.

If you do get a "low-ball" offer, take time to think it through and discuss your counter offer with your agent. Many times buyers will throw out an offer to see if it will stick. Don't get offended. Work with your agent to present your counter offer and back it up with facts.

The Don Johnson Real Estate Team specializes in getting homes show ready and guiding our home selling clients through the process. Whether your homes needs major upgrades or just some simple paint and design style, we can help. Don is a licensed General Contractor and has an in-house professional staging consultant on his team. Our Team can help you Improve to Move and get top dollar for your home fast.

Take a look at the Seller Mistakes.


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Coming Soon - 6803 Grimaldi Ct in Raleigh, NC

Coming Soon - 6803 Grimaldi Ct in Raleigh, NC

Sought After Berkeley Square Town Homes

Space of single family home without the maintenance! Beautiful ~2,400 square foot custom town home Midtown area of North Raleigh with a nice size outdoor area. Convenient to all areas of the triangle and downtown Raleigh.

First floor master suite with large walk in closets.  Huge secondary bedrooms with loft/office/theater area upstairs.

Designer kitchen features GE stainless steel appliance, granite counter tops, and tumble tile back splash with custom deco inlays.

Rich millwork w/10' ceilings & hardwood floors downstairs. Back deck area is an oasis with pergola and retaining wall with gardening areas. Sun room has thermal glass enclosure for year round enjoyment.

Contact Us for more information about this amazing town home.

SAS Ranks As One of the Best Places to Work

SAS Ranks As One of the Best Places to Work

Cary Based SAS #2 on Fortune Magazine's List

It's not the first time SAS has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the U.S. In fact, SAS has made the list every year since 1998 when Fortune started their ratings.

Locals clamor for a shot at working for this employee centered company. Most people who get the opportunity to work there, rarely ever leave either. Company turnover is about 3% compared to an industry average of about 15%. That alone says a lot about a company. Yes, the perks and benefits and nice salaries are attractive, but to many people I know who work there, it's the sense of appreciation and autonomy to do your job well that is the real attraction.

A few other local companies made the cut too. NetApp, California-based company that is expanding its Research Triangle Park campus, ranked sixth in the new Fortune ratings. Novo Nordisk, which employs more than 500 at its manufacturing plant in Clayton, ranked 48th.

Google, to no surprise, was number one on the list again. See the Full List Here

Golf Course Home Bargain Hunt - Stop Looking!

Golf Course Home Bargain Hunt - Stop Looking!

Spectacular North Carolina Golf Course Property at Rock Bottom Price!

OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY FROM 1-4 PM. JANUARY 11, 2014

Are you looking for a deal on a Golf Course Property? Well, stop looking! 32 Crissie Ct in Clayton, NC is the home for you.

This amazing luxury Riverwood golf course community home is priced at $524,900!  That's less than $118 per square foot. Comparable new home construction which will cost $135 - $165 per square foot.

If you are looking for your dream home situated right on the green, look no further. Clayton, NC is located in eastern North Carolina with easy access to I 95 making travel to DC and FL a breeze. Within an easy drive to the coast are the breathtaking and pristine North Carolina beaches. Downtown Raleigh is very close as well as other major retail.

The year round mild climate makes this area the perfect place to own a golf course home. Everyday you can enjoy a picturesque golf course view that changes with seasons and time of day. There is nothing better than sitting on the porch with a cup of coffee in the morning looking over the foggy haze of a solitary green. Or hearing the Saturday afternoon crack of a good solid connection with a ball. Think of watching the season pass - Spring blooms, Summer birds chirping, a colorful show of Fall leaves and a Winter wonderland of snow (well, maybe only on occasion in this part of NC).

Residents who enjoy golf will love this great neighborhood. Riverwood has 27 holes which are included in the low homeowner HOA fees. There are no additional green fees. There are lessons offered and of course various leagues and championship tournaments offered. For your convenience there is a shop in the neighborhood for all your golfing needs. See more information on Riverwood Golf Course Living.

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILED LISTING INFORMATION

928 Hillview Drive - Cary, NC 27511

928 Hillview Drive - Cary, NC 27511

Savon Heights Neighborhood

Come take a look at this charming, well maintained and spacious split-level home near the heart of Cary. You can't beat this excellent location convenient to major retail, restaurants and medical. With easy access to US and HWY 64, getting to downtown Raleigh or RTP is a breeze.

The kitchen features hard surface Corian counter tops and plenty of storage. The huge lower family room has a gas fireplace and an area for an office/bedroom. The lower family room also offers access to the rear yard, so it's perfect for a game room/family space. An oversized (2) car garage, built in 1992 and has tons of storage and room for a workshop. Living in NC, you will surely appreciate the beautiful screened porch overlooking mature landscaping. It makes for a peaceful, mosquito-free retreat.

There are a lot of possibilities for making this your home. And at the amazing price of $199,000 you will have plenty of room in the budget for your personal touches.

Additional Listing Information for 928 Hillview Drive MLS# 1904927.

Contact Us for a personal showing or for more information.

2014 Housing Predictions and Markets to Watch

2014 Housing Predictions and Markets to Watch

According to Trulia.com their Chief Economist Jed Kolko predicts the following:

1. Rising Prices and Higher Mortgages will make buying a home in 2014 more challenging and in some markets it would probably be a toss up between renting vs buying.
2. He also predicted that there will be more inventory in the market place and that will cause buyers to be more relaxed about buying. Of course the investor market will be more cautious and therefore buyers may not have to compete for properties. Credit may also be more easy to secure.
3. The investor dominated 2013 but the repeat homebuyer will buy homes in 2014 as the investor buyer becomes more selective.
4. Home prices may not rise as much as in 2013 and more inventory and less investor activity will stop overvaluation of property.
5. Young adults that move out of their parents homes will create a movement back to rental condo's and apartments in urban areas, instead of purchasing homes as first time home buyers.

Trulia predicted the following markets to watch in 2014:

As a result of strong economic growth and recent job creation and job opportunities becoming more available, Jed Kolko predicts that these 10 will be the markets to watch in 2014 and written here in alphabetical order and not number order

• Bethesda-Rockville-Frederick, MD
• Charlotte NC | SC
• Denver, CO
• Fort Worth, TX
• Nashville, TN
• Oklahoma City, OK
• Raleigh, NC
• Salt Lake City, UT
• Seattle, WA
• Tulsa, OK

Are you considering a move in 2014? Buying or Selling, I am here to help you

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Don Johnson Real Estate Team Welcomes New Buyer's Agent

Don Johnson Real Estate Team Welcomes New Buyer's Agent

Meet Tracy Dowling - Buyer Representative

Please welcome Tracy to our team! Tracy has lived in the Raleigh area for over a decade and has a strong background as a top producing broker for 12 years. 

Although she enjoys all aspects of real estate, her passion lies with helping buyers find just the right home. Tracy is patient, thorough, and works hard to listen to her clients needs and wants. She enjoys the real estate process and educating her clients on how to made the best decisions. Tracy truly cares about her clients and always works in their best interest. 

As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative, Tracy would love the opportunity to help you buy, sell or invest in the greater Raleigh/Cary area. Buyer Services are always free and paid by the Seller. 

Contact Tracy Dowling at  (919) 889-5594 to schedule your first home showing or to learn more about the home buying process. Or email her at Tracy@DonJohnsonRealty.com