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The Lowry Team Helps Their Client Sell Her Miamisburg Ohio Home

August 11, 2014 by Eric Lowry Leave a Comment

The Lowry Team Helps Their Client Sell Her Miamisburg Ohio Home

The Lowry Team, Keller Williams Realty helped their client sell her home located at 810 Lea Avenue Miamisburg, Ohio 45342. The updated bi-level home sold for $134,500 which was more that 99% of the $135,000 list price. Features of the home include newer windows and roof, an eat in kitchen, large living room and a warm and inviting family room with a bar and fireplace. The covered deck out back is perfect for entertaining. The home was on the market just 54 days.

The homeowner was extremely happy with the process. She said,”I want to thank you for a job well done. You were very kind to work with and comforting too! Knowing you had my back…I will always appreciate your persistence. We would still be waiting if it were not for you. This has been a long journey, especially doing it alone. It is wonderful to look back and know that our Lord puts the right people in all the right places.”

Eric Lowry, CEO and Listing Specialist for The Lowry Team, guarantees to sell your house

In 88 days or he will sell it for free.

For more information on buying or selling a home, Contact The Lowry Team 513-874-1830.

Buyers and sellers can reach The Lowry Team

Keller Williams Realty at: 513-874-1830.

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The Lowry Team Keller Williams Realty :: Design Your Own Patio

August 11, 2014 by Eric Lowry Leave a Comment

The Lowry Team Keller Williams Realty :: Design Your Own Patio

The Lowry Team was impressed by all of the beautiful outdoor living spaces at this year’s Homearama, located in Carriage Hill in Liberty Township. All of us thought about our own backyards and what we could do to improve them. Lisa Tesmer, Buyer Specialist for The Lowry Team recently added a patio to her backyard. A patio can be the perfect place to sit and relax with a book or to entertain family and friends. Lisa suggests that when you are considering building a patio, take into account the desired location, budget and how you plan to utilize the additional space.

Most people connect their patio to the rear of the house. Take a look around your home. You may want to create outdoor space on the side of the house or perhaps have a path leading to a patio further out in the yard. Lisa chose to add a patio to the rear of the house that connects to her pool. She also designed the patio to have a path that lead to the gate at the side yard for guests to travel on.

Envision how you see yourself using the patio. Do you see it as an extension of the house or a separate area? Is your style of entertaining small, intimate gatherings or do you like to throw large parties? This will help you to determine the style and size of the patio.

The cost of the project will be determined by the size and materials used. Unless it is a do it yourself project, there will be a charge for labor. Determine the size and layout of the patio and the types of material you would like it built with. Some options are concrete or brick pavers.

If within budget, what kind of extras would you like to add? Perhaps you would like a water feature, fireplace or a fire pit. Built in kitchens and bars are also very popular. You could choose to add a roof, pergola or screen in an area of the patio to protect you from the elements. Lisa added a nice sized fire pit to her patio. She thought it would be a nice touch to have the kids friends over to roast marshmallows and make s’mores.

The process of designing and building a patio can be a lot of fun. It can be as small and simple or as large and complex of an undertaking as you choose. Be sure to take into consideration how much you want to spend and what you want to use the patio for. Then, once completed – enjoy!

Contact The Lowry Team, Keller Williams Realty to find your dream home – complete with a patio!

Buyers and sellers can reach The Lowry Team

Keller Williams Realty at: 513-874-1830.

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The Lowry Team Keller Williams :: 10 Things That Turn Off Home Buyers

August 6, 2014 by Eric Lowry Leave a Comment

The Lowry Team Keller Williams :: 10 Things That Turn Off Home Buyers

The Buyer Specialists for The Lowry Team Keller Williams compiled a list of the top ten things that turn their buyers off when looking for homes. Together, the Buyer Specialists for The Lowry Team have over 20 years of experience helping home buyers find their dream homes.

1. Dirt, Grime and Filth – If a house is on the market, it should sparkle! Home owners need to give the house a once over. Pay especially close attention to cleaning the kitchens and bathrooms. Lisa Tesmer says that her buyers are turned off by dirty showers and tubs. Clean up that soap scum and mold!

2. Outdated Fixtures and Appliances – A potential home buyer does not want to add the expense of having to purchase new ceiling fans, light fixtures or kitchen appliances. Old furnaces are also something the home buyer will shy away from.

3. Poor Curb Appeal – Darryl Smith suggests that the home owner spruce up the yard before putting the house on the market. Trim the trees and freshen up the flower beds with fresh mulch.

4. Odors – All of the Buyer Specialists for The Lowry Team listed odors as a big turn off. If you are a smoker, consider smoking outdoors while attempting to sell your house. Put away all of the smelly ashtrays. Also, hide away pet toys, bowls, etc. Vacuum and clean regularly so that the home does not smell of cigarette,pet or kitchen odors.

5. Wallpaper – Wall paper is usually outdated and personalized to the present owner’s tastes. Chances are the new owner will want to remove it entirely which can be a big, time consuming job.

6. Personal Items – Lisa Tesmer suggests putting away many of your personal items and family photos. The home owner should want the home buyers to be able to picture themselves living in the home.

7. Carpet Stains – One of the top updates that a home seller can do before putting their house on the market is replacing or cleaning the carpets.

8. Basement Laundry Rooms – While it is not a quick or sometimes not even a possible fix, Lisa Tesmer, Buyer Specialist says, “My home buyers are turned off by the idea of having to do laundry in the basement.” It is a hard sell with all of the newer laundry rooms on the first and second floors of homes.

9. Clutter – Clean off the bookshelves and clean out the closets. Remove extra items from countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms. By doing this, it will appear as if there is a lot more room and storage in the home.

10. Seller Stays Home – Jessica Lowry, Buyer Specialist says that the absolutely biggest turn off for a home buyer is when the seller stays home during the showing. It makes her clients uncomfortable looking through the house and they do not feel at ease talking about thier likes, dislikes and concerns while the home owner is present.

For more tips on preparing your home for sale contact Eric Lowry, CEO and Listing Specialist for The Lowry Team. He would be happy to set up a FREE consultation.

Buyers and sellers can reach The Lowry Team – Keller Williams Realty

at 513-874-1830.

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The Lowry Team Keller Williams Realty :: Top Updates

August 4, 2014 by Eric Lowry Leave a Comment

The Lowry Team Keller Williams Realty :: Top Updates

Are you curious about what updates will help most when it comes time to sell? Then you should know that most sellers choose to paint, replace the flooring or update the fixtures. But, which is best for you? Some rooms in your home are more important than others in the preparation process and some home improvements are a much better investment as you prepare to sell your home. Don’t spend money unnecessarily, contact Eric Lowry, CEO and Listing Specialist for The Lowry Team today to arrange a free consultation.

Buyers and sellers can reach The Lowry Team – Keller Williams Realty

at 513-874-1830.

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