6 Must Haves For Mortgage Approval

Check out this great article that outlines what you need to get your mortgage approved:

6 Must Haves For Mortgage Approval

Be on the Lookout for our QR Codes on Listing Signs

We've begun adding QR Codes to our Listing Signs.  You may be wondering what exactly a QR Code is.  Basically, it is a type of barcode that can be read by smart phones and direct you to a webpage.  With our QR Codes you will be able to access valuable information, such as photos and descriptions of the home's features.

Here are some links to apps that will allow your phone to read QR Codes:
Android Phones
iPhone/iPod/iPad

www.AllAboutColumbusOhio.com

Use these Summertime Curb Appeal Tips that sing "WELCOME HOME!"

Tip #1:    FLOWERS...FLOWERS...and more FLOWERS! 

Pick a nice color scheme of flowers that compliments your front door and shutter color.  Plant flowers in your landscaping, group pots together in groups of 3 and use those plant stands to achieve various heights to add interest in a corner of a porch, patio,  or deck area.  Fertilize, water, dead-head and baby those plants! Keeping them beautiful, fresh, and blooming big all summer will be KEY to creating awesome Curb Appeal. 

Tip #2:    A FRIENDLY FRONT DOOR!   

Give your front door a fresh coat of paint, polish up the hardware or replace it with new, same goes with the light fixtures...if its seen better days, replace it., look up and check for cobwebs, clean the doorbell or replace with a shiny new one, add a shiny brass knocker and a beautiful summer wreath.  Be sure your wreath is new and updated for the season. There's nothing worse than a faded and dated wreath.

Tip #3:    HAVE A SEAT AND STAY AWHILE!  

Does your front door area have a space for a pretty, weather-proof piece of furniture?  This is a perfect way to welcome potential buyers and give them a preview of what’s to come inside!  A pretty chair tucked in a corner, a pair of rocking chairs, or bench with a few colorful pillows visually invites your Buyer to have a seat and stay awhile!

Tip #4 :   CHARMING LITTLE EXTRAS! 

Don't overlook the little charming extras that can make your Buyer fall in love with your house.  Put out a tray of fresh lemonade and cookies if you have a porch with chairs and a table, add a book, magazine, or rolled newspaper by the tray. Fill your bird feeders, hang a small wind chime, add fluffy pillows, and even hide-away a sachet of lavender close to the doorway for a subtle hint of fragrance that says welcome.

Tip #5:     MAINTAIN IT! 

Let's face it...Summertime can be busy with vacations, entertaining, running the kids, etc....and on top of it selling your house!  No matter how busy it gets, maintaining your Curb Appeal has to take priority and is KEY to a successful sale.  Create a scheduled time each day and week to water, mow, sweep, fertilize, trim, etc.  Making a plan keeps you organized and on top of it.

Dancing with the Realtors Season 2

Check out some photos from this great event!

It's Time to Spruce up your Curb Appeal with a little TLC and Spring Cleaning!

Here are a few suggestions on how to prepare your house to be a post-winter attraction:

1)   Pick up all trash
2)   Ensure all garbage cans and recycling bins are
      stored out of sight
3)   Remove children's objects, such as old swing sets 
      and sand boxes
4)   Clean/repaint front door and/or porch door
5)   Make sure storm door and front porch/steps are
      in good condition, if not, repair
6)   Ensure proper working order of light fixtures,
      doorbell, door knockers, and door knobs
7)   Sweep, powerwash or clean driveway, walkway,
      porch, stairs, garage doors, and exterior
      light fixtures
8)   Clean up any dead plants, leaves, shrubbery, weeds
      and grass from flower beds
9)   Replace mailbox and house numbers if they are
      looking worn
10) Determine if light posts, grills, outdoor lights,
      fences, basketball hoops, etc. are in good condition
      and if not, clean, repair, or remove

Welcome!

The Rudler Professional Group would like to welcome you to our new blog!  Be sure to check back for the latest news, tips, and events from around Central Ohio.