Great First Time Home Buyer Opportunity

Filed under: First Time Home Buyer

HGTV anyone?

“My First Place” is coming back for its ninth season and coming to St. Louis.

They are looking for FUN, HIGH-ENERGY people who are just starting the home-buying process for their first place and would like to share their story with HGTV!

Candidates who complete taping will receive a surprise housewarming gift as part of the show and also a DVD copy of their episode to document their first home buying experience for all time! Contact doug63026@yahoo.com or 314-640-1778 for more information.

Posted by Doug Aegerter   |   Read More   |   1 Comment »   |   07.03.2010

St. Louis Real Estate Seller Tips

Filed under: For Sellers

Getting Ready for the St. Louis Real Estate Spring Market?

7 Ways to De-Clutter Your Home by Heather Lanoue

Thinking about putting your home on the market this spring?  It’s never too early to start planning the sale of your St. Louis home.  And there is a lot to think about.  Perhaps one of the most crucial pieces to finding that perfect buyer is staging your home properly.  And that means…..de-cluttering.  Having a lot of clutter lying around the house tends to tell prospective buyers that “this house is your place, not theirs”…..never a good message to send.  Removing clutter will not only make your home appear clean, well maintained, and move-in ready, but will also give you the added benefit of helping you relax after a stressful day of work.  Here are seven tips on how to de-clutter your home.

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Posted by Doug Aegerter   |   Read More   |   1 Comment »   |   02.15.2010

St. Louis Real Estate – Occupied or Vacant?

Filed under: For Sellers

Do you plan on living in your home while it is on the market?

Occupying your home while it is on the market is sometimes necessary and can be stressful.  Make sure that if you will be living in the house that it is always kept tidy.  You never know when someone will want to take a peek inside.  And remember, first impressions are everything, so you may want to put the dirty dishes in the dishwasher before you leave for work in the morning too.  Another consideration is how flexible you can be with showing times.  Are you willing to accommodate someone else’s schedule?  The perfect buyer may ask for a showing right when you sit down for dinner.  Being flexible with showing appointments will make it much easier for potential buyers to see the home and make an offer.

Now is the time to get ready for the spring market.
Call now, Doug Aegerter 314-640-1778 or Art Wagner 314-503-0335, for an appointment.

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Posted by Doug Aegerter   |   Read More   |   2 Comments »   |   02.10.2010

St. Louis Real Estate – Condition?

Filed under: For Sellers

Does your house need any repairs that will help it sell for a higher price or more quickly? 

How do you feel about making some minor repairs or cosmetic upgrades to the house?  It could help the house sell faster or for a higher price.  If there is a lot of competition in the neighborhood, having the home professionally staged will help it stand above similar homes for sale in the St. Louis real estate area.

Want help getting your home staged and ready to sell? We work with the areas leading professional home stagers. Now is the time to get ready for the spring market.
Call now, Doug Aegerter 314-640-1778 or Art Wagner 314-503-0335,  for an appointment.

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Posted by Doug Aegerter   |   Read More   |   Your Comments Are Welcome!   |   02.03.2010

St. Louis Real Estate – Your Financial Goals!

Filed under: For Sellers

What are you financial goals for the sale of your home? 

 Let’s face it, not everyone can sell and come out ahead in today’s housing market.  It is important to know your financial boundaries before you dig too deep into the sales process.  Your homework at this stage is to find out what you currently owe on your house, what the closing costs for selling your house would be, and what price you are honestly willing to accept for your house.  Sharing these thoughts with your Realtor will help him understand your goals and how to go about the sale of your house in the St. Louis real estate market

Want help getting your home priced to sell? Now is the time to get ready for the spring market.
Call now, Doug Aegerter 314-640-1778 or Art Wagner 314-503-0335,  for an appointment.

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Posted by Doug Aegerter   |   Read More   |   Your Comments Are Welcome!   |   01.30.2010

St. Louis Real Estate – Is Time on My Side?

Filed under: For Sellers

How much time do I have to sell my house? 

Timing can be everything with real estate.  You need to know upfront how much time you have to sell your house.  Are you strapped for time and need to sell it fast?  If so, you’ll need to develop a strategy with your Realtor for a quick sale.  If you can leave the house on the market until you receive the perfect offer, then you will need an all-together different strategy for catching that perfect buyer.  Homes for sale in the St. Louis real estate market can sell in a day or a year. 

How much time are you prepared to spend in order to meet your goals and sell your home?

Want help getting your home ready to sell? Now is the time to get ready for the spring market.
Call now, Doug Aegerter 314-640-1778 or Art Wagner 314-503-0335,  for an appointment.

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Posted by Doug Aegerter   |   Read More   |   1 Comment »   |   01.28.2010

Rockwood Summit School District Real Estate Snap Shot

Filed under: Fenton, For Buyers, For Sellers, St. Louis Market Reports

If you live in the Rockwood Summit School District, St. Louis County, Mo, you can track your home value for the 00 decade.

Use this report  to compare your homes current value to an annual 4% growth.

Do you want more specific detail about your home, make an appointment right now with Doug Aegerter 314-640-1778 or Art Wagner 314-503-0335.

Posted by Doug Aegerter   |   Read More   |   Your Comments Are Welcome!   |   01.28.2010

St. Louis Real Estate – Thinking about Selling?

Filed under: For Sellers

What is my goal in selling this house? 

Selling your house in the St. Louis real estate market can be a stressful event if you are not fully prepared.  Starting the process with a clear goal in mind will help eliminate a lot of the unnecessary confusion.   You should ask yourself what you want to accomplish with the sale of your home.  Is your goal to have a great selling experience that will allow you to move forward with your life?  Or perhaps you are looking to sell so that you can purchase a larger home.  Writing your primary goal down and sharing it with your Realtor gives you a reminder of why you are going through with the sale in the first place, and will also help your Realtor better understand your needs.    

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Posted by Doug Aegerter   |   Read More   |   Your Comments Are Welcome!   |   01.27.2010