I know that one thing most of my clients are worried about when they buy a bank owned or foreclosed home is the condition of the home itself. The banks will always demand that we waive any warranty rights and the condition of the home as well as your right to sue them if there is anything wrong with the home. Even with a home inspection things can fall through the cracks!
I guess I can see the bank's point since they have never lived in the home or have any information about the condition. But every time a client signs the bank's addendum, even though I totally explain they are giving their rights away, I worry they aren't taking this as serious as they should.
Now I can help by recommending they purchase the new home warranty program speficifcally designed for bank owned or foreclosed homes. This new policy protects them like no other home warranty has in the past. It even provides a locksmith to rekey the home for you after closing!
The Sentinel REO Plan is much more than a basic home warranty.The Sentinel REO Plan from ServiceOne Home Warranties is the only home warranty tailored to the needs of a foreclosed home. It not only provides a 1-year warranty on the home's most essential systems and appliances, but it also includes the following homes services especially needed for the Buyer of a Foreclosed Home.
Here's just few details-
This new home warranty can really give you peace of mind when buying a foreclosed or bank owned home! For more information about buying a home or to search for bank owned homes in the Phoenix Arizona area please visit www.valleyREadvisor.com or call me direct at 623.271.4234.
We've all heard the old adage "you never get a second chance to make a first impression." This is especially true when it comes to your home. If you're thinking about selling, there's no more important audience to attract than potential buyers, who are highly influenced by how a home looks the first time they get a glimpse of it. Even if your goal is just to impress your neighbors and guests you should pay close attention to the first impression your home in making. Here are a few simple tips and techniques that can positively affect your home's "curb appeal" and perhaps even its value.
Clean Up and Repair:
The most useful chores to tackle first are basic maintenance and repairs before moving onto larger projects. Clean windows and siding, make sure outdoor lights are working, stow away yard tools and equipment, and clean up dead branches and leaves. Make sure that fences, walkways, and the driveway are in good repair too - a home that looks well taken care of is always more attractive to buyers.
Landscaping:
A full landscape overhaul may not be necessary, but your yard, especially in the front, should look neat and well maintained. Trim any overgrown shrubs, remove weeds, and tidy up planting areas. If the season is right, add some colorful flowering plants to brighten up areas around walkways and the front entrance. It's an easy and inexpensive way to create an instantly welcoming feeling.
The Entrance:
The front door is another key element of that all-important first impression, and should reflect the style of the home. If replacement is cost-prohibitive, consider reviving a tired, faded door with a fresh coat of paint in a great accent color and swapping out the hardware.
Paint It New:
Brighten up the exterior of your home with a new paint job. Driving around your neighborhood may inspire some ideas of what may be flattering to your home. If you're planning to sell your home, it's usually best to go with colors that have widespread appeal so that potential buyers won't be put off by unusual colors or combinations. Painting the exterior can add significantly to the home's value.
Jay Otlewski
RE/MAX Integrity
www.valleyREadvisor.com
Jay@valleyREadvisor.com or 623.271.4234
Westbrook is a premier adult community of 3,910 homes located in the greater northwest Phoenix metropolitan city of Peoria, Arizona. The community features two eighteen hole championship golf courses, plus two recreation facilities with pools, tennis, fitness center, a full variety of arts and crafts rooms, auditoriums, library and media center, as well as a number of resident initiated social clubs. There are also two restaurants on property.
After viewing the video you can find virtual tours of the neighborhood, street level mapping and of course ALL the homes for sale at www.Retiring2Az.com
For more information about this or other active adult communities in Arizona contact me at 623.271.4234 or visit www.Retiring2Az.com
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