
How are Buyers Finding Your Home?
In order to effectively market your home, it's important to first understand how prospective buyers are finding the homes that they purchase. At Mary Bowen Homes, we start marketing your home the moment you sign the listing agreement, before your home even hits the market. We will notify agents in the area of your upcoming listing and often have agents on standby waiting to show your house as soon as it hits the market. We maintain strong relationships with other Realtors in

Dangers of Overpricing Your Home
Buyers seldom look at only one house, and often spend weeks and months comparison shopping multiple homes. If your property is priced higher than your competition, the following consequences may occur: 1. Lost Momentum Overpriced properties go stale in the first weeks on the market. Even if you later readjust with a more competitive price, it can be difficult to rekindle interest in a home that has already been on the market. In order to gain traction, its important to hit ma


How to Update Your Home on a Budget
As an agent one of the questions I get asked most is how to get the most bang for your buck with remodeling and updates. Hands down the kitchen and bathroom will add the most value to your home. Small updates can go a long way towards making big improvements on the appeal and value of a house. Sometimes home owners spend thousands of dollars in improvements that they will not get back when they sell their home. Here are a few updates that will get you great return on investme

How to Choose the Right Realtor for You
Finding an agent to work with can be a daunting experience. After all, you must trust them to work hard for you and put your interests first. If you don't already have a Realtor you are comfortable with, its a good idea to interview a few to find the best fit. While interviewing, here are some important qualities to look for. Experience Buying or selling a home can be a confusing process, which is why you want to hire a Realtor who has seen it all. When meeting with agents, a


How to Sell Your Home Faster in 5 Easy Steps
Nobody wants their home to sit on the market unnoticed, but what are some things you can do to make your home sell faster? As it turns out, there are many ways to boost the appeal of your home. For a personalized plan, contact Mary Bowen Homes for a free consultation. 1. Curb Appeal In order to make potential buyers fall in love with your home, they first have to preview it. First impressions matter, so keep your front yard in good shape to entice buyers. Simple touches such