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CENTURY 21Ⓡ Open House: Keeping Data Safe

In a world rampant with identity theft and data breaches, it can be scary to give information to anyone. However, when buying a house, disclosing classified information is a must. Rett Harmon of CENTURY 21 Novus Realty shares the careful steps realtors can take to keep sensitive info safe and secure.   Digital Records “We […]

How to Use Social Media Groups

Think you’re a master at social media when it comes to real estate marketing? Think again. Even after you’ve created a profile, established a following, and learned how to hashtag, there’s still more to learn. Social media groups, or communities built around a common interest, are yet another invaluable facet on social media platforms. To […]

3 Things Real Estate Agents Should Know About the Market

As an agent, you’ll most likely have clients who are dealing with the housing market for the first time. It’s your job to provide information and expertise to make them feel more secure about the home buying process. So what knowledge should you have on hand? Here are three important topics. Average Pricing One of […]

Home Seller Secrets: 5 Innovative Ways to Market Your Home

Don’t let the dream of selling your home quickly and efficiently be deflated with a pile of worries. Remember a few tips that will may make the process easier. Say cheese: Professionally photographed homes may garner more attention from buyers as they decide which properties to visit in person. Hire a photographer to make your […]

Seller Checklist: Staging Your Open House

An open house may be the best way to show potential buyers your listing. A house might look nice in a few photos but not so nice in person, or vice-versa. So how do you put on the kind of open house that is likely to leave you with an offer? Our Open House Checklist […]

How to Sell Your Home in the Spring

Spring is an excellent time to sell. When you sell in the warmer seasons, you are given more leeway in how you can present your home. Here are some tips to help enhance your home and increase the likelihood of selling in the springtime! Open Windows: The bitter cold isn’t ideal for open windows. Having […]

5 Gifts To Leave For Your Old Home’s New Owners

Selling a home is an emotional event. You are leaving behind a house filled with memories and venturing off to someplace new. The people buying your home are excited to create their own memories in a home that you loved for so many years. Welcome them with a thoughtful gift that will leave a lasting […]

How to Sell Your Home in the Winter

Winter, spring, summer or fall, all you have to do is call (an agent affiliated with CENTURY 21® Real Estate) and we’ll be there. Here are a few tips for to help ensure an efficient home sale during the winter months. 1. Shovel and salt: Blizzard or no blizzard, a few flurries can freeze quickly […]

Open House Advice for Buyers

You may fall in love with a home based upon it’s online listing but don’t forget to visit it in person before you make the commitment. Visiting an open house is a great way to get a feel for the property and see if it will work for you and your family. Keep these things […]

Things Your Inspector Missed That You Can Still Catch

Home inspections are an important part of the home buying process. Before finalizing an offer, hire a home inspector who will check the condition of the home. A home inspector will check things such as the electrical system, roof, and ventilation. Although a home inspector will thoroughly review a home, his or her main concern […]