The Difference Between a Comparative Market Analysis and an Appraisal
by Sandy Dodge It can be difficult for sellers to distinguish between two methods of finding the value of their home: a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) and a home appraisal. Though they share many similarities, there are key differences in how the two approaches ultimately arrive at a listing price for your home. The Difference Between…
Read MoreWindermere Celebrates 37 Years of Community Service Day
Every year during the summer and fall Windermere offices close for business in order to participate in Community Service Day. An annual tradition since 1984, our agents, staff, and franchise owners spend the day volunteering in their communities completing a variety of neighborhood improvement projects. San Diego Locations (Rancho Bernardo, Escondido and Carlsbad) CA, October…
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Best Ways to Determine Home Value
by Sandy Dodge Of all the questions that arise during the selling process, “What’s my home worth?” is the first for most sellers. By using home valuation tools and understanding local market conditions, sellers can educate themselves on how much their home could potentially fetch on the market, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Best…
Read MoreWindermere Homes & Estate’s Nancy Canfield Receives Community Hero Award
Every year Windermere Homes & Estates holds an awards ceremony for agents and staff. Top Producers are celebrated of course but recently Windermere has chosen to also honor agents who go the extra mile for their local communities. Service is key to the type of culture we foster here, an important piece of who we…
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5 Green Upgrades that Increase Your Home Value
by Sandy Dodge Selling a home begins with understanding how much it’s worth. After an initial assessment, you may want to make some updates to increase the value of your property. There are several ways to do that, including boosting your curb appeal or making renovations with significant ROI potential. As you research potential projects, keep in mind…
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Selling a Home with Pets
by Sandy Dodge For pet owners, it’s hard to imagine their home without a furry friend. However, when it comes time to sell, showcasing the qualities of a home should take precedence over the pets that live in it. This creates additional steps in the process of preparing your home for sale, but it makes all the…
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