Randi Lubenow's (randisells) Blog

 How can I improve the value of my property?Outside of a homeowner's control, the biggest factor is market conditions. Other important issues are:condition of the property specific home improvements neighborhood stability and safety The greatest rise in home prices occurs when the economy is stro...

Selling Your HomeSometimes, life just hands us the inevitable: just when everything seems right with your home, something happens and you have to sell your dwelling.  No matter what your reasons are for selling, remember that now is no time to dawdle, the process of preparing a home for sale can ...

 I have always enjoyed working with both buyers and sellers, but every now and then a transaction really warms my heart.  After helping a young "about to be married" couple find their first home, walking them through the entire process, and finally getting to settlement, seeing the joy and excite...

For Buyers       Purchasing a home will probably be the biggest investment we all make.  Hidden suprises are not fun.  Since nobody, other than Superman, has ex-ray vision, I strongly suggest getting a home inspection on the home you are buying. 10 Questions to Ask a Home Inspector1. What are you...

Tip #7: Put Yourself In The Seller's ShoesYou are about to make one of the most important decisions that will affect both your life and the life of the seller. If you take time to understand the reasons the seller bought the home, their reasons for selling, and the home improvements they have or ...

Tip #4: Create A Top 10 List Of AmenitiesWhen shopping for a home, list the features (fireplace, fenced-in yard, new appliances, etc.) that are most important to you in deciding on which home to buy. Establishing "your criteria" early on will save time shopping for inappropriate homes and may kee...

Tip #1: Research Is The Key To DiscoveryHome sellers won't call you with an offer to buy a maintenance-free home with a wonderful mortgage. You have to find the gems yourself! Only by reading available materials, talking to friends and experts, and spending time looking at different homes, school...