Lake Keowee, the end of summer is almost here. We are less than 30 days from college football and less than a week from kids going back to school. It is here and it happened fast. It seems to happen faster every year. The good news is the weather is still going to be nice and warm for a good while longer allowing us to enjoy many more dips in the lake over the next couple of months. In fact, I’d say Keowee will be swimmable until early October when the water will still be fine, but the cool breeze will make getting out almost like a dare.
We’ve had a good week, closing $4.5M in Lake Keowee waterfront real estate and getting 4 new listings that should soon turn into more Lake Keowee waterfront closings. It’s exciting stuff and leads us to believe the market will stay strong for a good while longer. We keep waiting for the presidential election to have an effect but doesn’t seem to be happening, at least not yet. Everything is rolling right along.
So let’s keep it going. We don’t have any listings set up to add next week so we need y’all to step up to the plate and help us out. Send folks our way and you be sure to tag along. We can handle it!
Squeezing Every Last Dollar From Your Home Sale
Now let’s take a look at some projects you might consider, beginning with some simple steps that can reap huge dividends.
Here are some investments in your home’s exterior that I’ve found through firsthand experience can pay huge dividends: Don’t neglect the minor details
It’s often the little things that really stand out. If your mailbox is in poor shape, replace it. Varnish or repaint your door if it needs it. A door knocker and brass kick plate can also be a nice addition. Spruce up the entryway with new light fixtures, potted plants and other decorative touches.
With the exception of adding a deck a deck or patio, most of the steps I’ve touched on here can be accomplished in relatively little time and without a lot of money. But the difference in the impression your home makes on prospective buyers will be dramatic.
Ironically, some of the big-budget items you might consider spending your money on will do little to enhance the marketability of your home. Aluminum siding, for example, is prized by some and loathed by others. Hot tubs may or may not appeal to potential buyers. Watch out for changes that you may find appealing but end up limiting your home’s appeal to others.
Besides swimming pools, other investments you probably won’t see a return on are tennis courts and automatic sprinkler systems. Unless they’re for your own enjoyment, don’t waste your money.
One major expense you may have to consider is a new roof. But if you think you can pass the cost along to a buyer, forget it. Everyone expects a good roof, and they’re not going to pay extra for it. And a roof in poor condition can kill a deal quickly.
more next week….
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