Jan Delimont, Principal Broker

The Coos Bay real estate recovery appears to be picking up speed. Helping to accelerate the sales of homes is the extremely low cost involved. While home values may still drop in many areas, it appears that volume may start accelerating. The high number of foreclosed homes has pushed the prices of home very low in many parts of the country, helping to create extremely reasonable affordability.

An interesting examination of real estate sales data uncovers the fact that cash buyers are representing a large percentage (roughly one third) of the nation’s home sales. Today’s buyers market is a boon for real estate investors who are clearly seeing that the bottom is here, whether it has already hit or is close to being hit. January showed that home prices on average were the lowest that they have been in close to a decade.

It is possible to find both positive news and negative news when looking for news about real estate. As with any information real estate changes from locale to locale, but on the whole the market is seeing signs of recovery. Those who can afford to buy Coos Bay homes for cash and those who can acquire a mortgage are those who will not be looking back thinking if only I had bought then.

If you don't want to be one of the potential buyers that missed out on Coos Bay real estate, contact Jan Delimont, a Coos Bay Realtor, at 541-290-5771 or by email today.

Click here to read a recent report on how real estate sales are around the nation from Realtor.org.

When remodeling your Oregon Coast home, examining your budget is a key element, going hand-in-hand with the physical aspects of the job. Remodeling and basic improvements can add value to your Oregon Coast real estate and approaching the work with fiscal responsibility will help maximize your profit.

When making changes to your home it is easy to get carried away, adding features and altering products as you go along. Depending on the scope of your project, hiring a contractor that will design the project and a budget could be the wisest step to make keeping someone financially in charge of the work at hand.

A kitchen remodel can run from $17,000 to over $50,000. The difference in budget can be related to fixtures, the scope of work, finishes chosen, appliances, and more. There is high-end and low-end and everywhere in between. To do a high-end remodel at a low-end price takes a lot of homework and shopping around to find appliances and finishes at discount prices.

After determining your plans and finances what can affect your remodeling budget?

Where you buy your supplies

Who you hire to do the work

Changes to work orders

Cutting corners to save money should be examined at the onset of a project. Maybe you will decide that you want a Sub Zero refrigerator more than granite counter tops. Where you add in one area, you can subtract in another. Just remember that your end result will affect the overall value and appeal of your Oregon Coast home.

Jan Delimont, an Oregon Coast Realtor, would love to help you sell your Oregon Coast home. Contact Jan Delimont at 541-290-1850 or by email for more information on how to add value to your Oregon Coast home for sale so you that you can get the most out of your home investment.

A little elbow grease goes a long way when selling Coos Bay real estate, especially if you are trying to cut back on expenses. Many people stage their homes to sell, a sometimes costly venture in a time when profits from home sales are at low levels. There are many things that a home owner can do himself to save money and reel in a buyer.

Research shows that today’s home buyer is more interested in buying a Coos Bay home that is in move-in condition, as opposed to a home that needs some major work and updating to be acceptable. This fact makes a home’s appearance a key factor in attracting buyers. Aside from the standard cleaning, organizing, and de-cluttering there are many steps that can be taken to improve a home’s appearance. From refinishing hardwood floors and adding a fresh coat of paint, to replacing carpet and light fixtures, small inexpensive changes can be completed to make your home stand apart from your neighbor’s home.

The important thing to remember when selling your Coos Bay home is that you will never have a second chance to make a first impression. A good first impression is instrumental in grabbing a potential home buyer’s attention. A clean, well-presented home stands a much better chance of selling than a cluttered messy home.

To find out more about selling your Coos Bay home or would like to search Coos Bay real estate for sale, contact Jan Delimont, a MBA educated Coos Bay Realtor, at 541-290-1850 or by email today.

Click here for some great do-it-yourself tips for preparing your home for sale from Realtor Magazine.

Frustrations with short sales in Coos County could easily be the reason so many homes head to foreclosure. The lengthy time frame to complete a short sale, combined with hanging in the balance waiting for the mercy of the lender is wearing to say the least. A short sale can be a great way to avoid foreclosure and save a credit rating, but it often takes thick skin and a whole lot of patience.

One of the most frustrating things about a short sale in Coos County is the fact that if the home were already foreclosed upon it could be sold immediately, possibly for less than it would sell for a short sale price, so why won't the bank simply agree to a short sale? Either way the bank is losing money, why go through the foreclosure process if the home could be sold as a short sale? Be prepared. Have proof of what your home is worth in today's Coos County real estate market and demonstrate that accepting the short sale is in the lender's best interest.

A short sale has a much better chance of occurring when an experienced Coos County REALTOR® is involved, such as Jan Delimont. When connections exist the short sale process tends to run more smoothly. Contact Jan Delimont today at 541-290-1850 or by email to make sure your short sale in Coos County goes according to plan.

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There are many remodeling Dos and Don’ts to examine before undertaking a project with regards to your Coos Bay, OR real estate investment. Underscoring any remodel is a homeowner’s financial position and commitment to the home. If a remodel is being conducted to create a livable space to be enjoyed for some time and money is no object then remodel choices are not necessarily subject to an analyzing of the return on investment. If money and value are important and the home will be sold after a remodel takes place then paying attention to current trends and cost vs. value reports is important.

Don’t go over the top. No matter what the remodel, whether it is a kitchen, bathroom, or addition, going over the top with finishes, appliances or accessories will automatically reduce the return on your investment. It is important to keep in tune with your neighborhood. If you are in a gated luxury community then your finishes do need to be high end. You don’t want to have the most luxurious house in a neighborhood because you simply won’t get the return on your investment.

Do go green. Improving your home’s efficiency and impact on the environment can reduce monthly bills and make a home more appealing to potential buyers. It is important to remember that green is in.

Remodeling a home is carried out for one of two reasons: to add value or to make a home more livable. Knowing your reason for a remodel will factor into your choices. In the end, however, most people want to add value not reduce value in a home. Find out what is going on in Coos Bay, OR real estate by contacting Jan Delimont, a Coos Bay Realtor, to get the most out of your Coos Bay, OR home for sale. Jan Delimont can be reached at 541-290-1850 or by email today.

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