Flee, I say! Flee the stock market and put all of your money into Lake Keowee real estate! For a lot of folks Lake Keowee real estate has been a GREAT investment, going so far as to make more money than it costs for them to live on the lake for years. The inventory is currently still low, but now is the time of year when folks are adding their properties to the market at the highest clip. The perfect Lake Keowee real estate for you could very well be coming into the market tomorrow and if you aren’t set up on an automatic search you’ll miss it.

It was a reasonable week for us as we were able to put a Lake Keowee waterfront house and lot under contract. We also closed on a house we had listed in Clemson. Not quite as good as the week before, but consistency is definitely the way to go.

But you know what else? We could use some more listings. We could use a lot more listings. We have a couple on the hook, but folks are being a bit stingy in letting go of their prized Lake Keowee possessions. The economy, stock market, etc. are seeing some wild swings so it’s kind of hard to let go of a really good investment so we can understand, but if you aren’t using your Keowee place right now you could sell, buy low in the market, make a mint then come back and buy something on Lake Keowee even nicer!

• Repaint when wall or ceiling conditions are poor, or previous paint is faded or too dark. Paint in white, beige or light pastels.
• Remove wallpaper that is too bold, outdated or damaged. Replace with neutral paint or subtle, tasteful and neutral prints so that color scheme coordinates throughout the home.
• Replace loose, shifted or deteriorated sheetrock or panels. Repair all cracks and holes.
• Clean all walls and moldings.
• Wash all windows and replace broken panes. Also replace all cut or rusted screens.
• Check all windows for alignment and ease of operation. Repair so they work freely.
• Check window moldings and weather stripping, and repair for water damage and age.
• Clean and check all draperies and repair or replace as necessary.
• Clean and wax exposed floors.
• Repair cracking or loose floorboards.
• Repair loose steps, and check stairs for loose handrails, treads or posts.
• Clean carpets or replace old, worn carpets or rugs.
• Check all doors. Oil to eliminate noises, tighten knobs and hinges and ensure that all doors shut and/or lock properly.
• Replace all broken light bulbs, cracked lighting fixtures or old switches and plates.
• Repair all all inoperative electrical outlets and plugs.
• Polish all brass, chrome or glass surfaces.
• Make sure all smoke alarms and burglar alarms are functioning properly and add or replace them as necessary.
• Keep fresh flowers on display.
• Open windows before showing home to air it out.
• Eliminate all odors with a pleasant air freshener.
• Remove pet bedding, food and water dishes, and litter boxes.

Front Door – next week

302 Meadowlark Ln.