Guide to General Real Estate Terminology by Juan Carlos Carrasquel, Realtor (812) 369-0785, The JuanSells.Com Realty Co., Bloomington, Indiana

The JuanSells.com Realty Co Tweet The following infographic provides you with the vocabulary you need to know if you’re participating in a real estate transaction. It’s a good idea to become educated about the key words before you begin buying or selling. General real estate terminology ranges from what an appraisal is to what escrow is to…

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10 Most Popular Home Styles in America by Juan Carlos Carrasquel, Realtor (812) 369-0785, The JuanSells.Com Realty Co., Bloomington, Indiana

The JuanSells.com Realty Co Tweet Use this guide of popular home styles to figure out what type you gravitate to. When you’re searching for a home online or talking to your realtor about your wants, you can mention this style to narrow your search. After you find some styles you like, use that for an Internet search.…

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8 Landscaping Mistakes by Juan Carlos Carrasquel, Realtor (812) 369-0785, The JuanSells.Com Realty Co., Bloomington, Indiana

The JuanSells.com Realty Co Tweet With the summer weather comes ample time to spend outside. You might want to beautify your outdoor space. If you don’t know where to start, knowing some common landscaping mistakes can help you gain some beginner tips. Before you begin anything, you want to have a plan. Not only does…

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5 Inexpensive Bathroom Updates by Juan Carlos Carrasquel, Realtor (812) 369-0785, The JuanSells.Com Realty Co., Bloomington, Indiana

The JuanSells.com Realty Co Tweet Bathroom updates might be easier than you think! Here are some ways to bring new life to your bathroom. The easiest and most cost-effective change is a new shower curtain (or door). This can jumpstart your remodeling process. The shower curtain can be the inspiration for the redesign. By choosing a…

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Best Practices for a Healthy Lawn by Juan Carlos Carrasquel, Realtor (812) 369-0785, The JuanSells.Com Realty Co., Bloomington, Indiana

The JuanSells.com Realty Co Tweet With outdoor activities in full swing, lawn care is probably becoming a top priority for you as a homeowner. I’m her to bring you some best practices for a healthy lawn. You’ll increase your curb appeal and keep your grass functional at the same time! First, find the right mower for…

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How to Interview a Real Estate Agent by Juan Carlos Carrasquel, Realtor (812) 369-0785, The JuanSells.Com Realty Co., Bloomington, Indiana

The JuanSells.com Realty Co Tweet Selecting the right real estate agent for you is perhaps the most important step in buying or selling a home.  The agent will be your guide, your advocate, your teacher, and your #1 resource, so choosing wisely is a must. You can accomplish this through an interview. You might be…

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The Importance of Curb Appeal by Juan Carlos Carrasquel, Realtor (812) 369-0785, The JuanSells.Com Realty Co., Bloomington, Indiana

Peak selling season is underway! It is a great time to be a seller in the Bloomington market. Lots of buyers are currently seeking their dream home. Persuade them that home is yours by increasing its curb appeal!  The importance of curb appeal can easily be overlooked but ultimately is one of the most important…

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The 5 P’s for Selling Your Home by Juan Carlos Carrasquel, Realtor (812) 369-0785, The JuanSells.Com Realty Co., Bloomington, Indiana

The JuanSells.com Realty Co Tweet If you’ve decided to sell your home, follow what I call the 5 P’s: Plan, Preview, Price, Pre-list, Prepare. Having a clear time frame for when you need to sell and a set plan for your new living arrangements will jumpstart the process. Once the ball gets rolling, this will help…

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Longevity of Home Products by Juan Carlos Carrasquel, Realtor (812) 369-0785, The JuanSells.Com Realty Co., Bloomington, Indiana

The JuanSells.com Realty Co Tweet When buying and/or improving your home, it is extremely useful to know the longevity of appliances and other home products. It is quite surprising how long certain home necessities last! With this information, you can determine what to put money into and what appliances are good investments for the return…

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Selling your home: For sale by owner vs Realtor by Juan Carlos Carrasquel, Realtor (812) 369-0785, The JuanSells.Com Realty Co., Bloomington, Indiana

The JuanSells.com Realty Co Tweet Are you on the fence about enlisting the services of a realtor or selling your home on your own? Statistically, realtors are more successful at home selling. Perhaps most importantly, realtors can take all the stress out of listing your home. They have the knowledge and the network to get…

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