Life changes constantly. Paulo Coelho once said “When we least expect it, life sets us a challenge to test our courage and willingness to change; at such a moment, there is no point in pretending that nothing has happened or in saying that we are not yet ready. The challenge will not wait. Life does not look back. A week is more than enough time for us to decide whether or not to accept our destiny.” In essence, do we resist change when it is thrown our way? Or do we embrace it, and see it as an opportunity?
Picture this: you are getting a promotion but will have to relocate. This is an example of an amazing opportunity, accompanied by change. How about this: your current job position is being eliminated; do you deal with this as a setback? Or an opportunity for change? I recently read an article on CNBC; where do you fall in this survey? 85% of US workers are happy with their jobs, national survey ...
Last hypothetical: you have done an amazing job raising your children and now they are off to college and in pursuit for a life of their own. All of a sudden your house is too big without the kids, and you need to sell… What many sellers realize is that as they were enjoying the simple pleasures of life in a house they’ve called home for their children’s entire lives, the market has been rapidly developing with changes in styles and trends. What to do? Do you worry or do you take charge? Setback or opportunity? By executing some of the tips listed in the article below, you will not only get your home to demand online presence, but also, you will get buyers in the door! The changes that your home needs will not break the bank nor lose the character of your home; they’ll simply put your home back in the running. The before and after photos illustrate a project I recently suggested to my clients. Click here!
Original purchase price 18 months prior: $380,000
Total cost of improvements: $20,000
Sale price is $455,000!
Timing: 1 day on market
If you have just a little time, don’t waste it. Leverage it to maximize your ROI! Change is great...Embrace it!
