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Just received an email today from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) that quotes an article by Tribune Media Services, Ilyce Glink (08/02/2009).

The top six reasons, according to Ilyce, that property A sells and property B stays on the market are:

* Lousy pictures on the Web.
* Priced too high for the neighborhood.
* Blah interior; ho-hum landscaping.
* Little online marketing and hard-to-find MLS listings.
* Low commissions. Practitioners make sure their customers see properties that offer a payoff.
* Miserable maintenance, including ceiling stains, leaky faucets, and ancient furnaces.

As you can see, many of these are on the agent! It is important to hire an agent who understands marking in the 2010’s. Yesterday’s tactics do not work any more. According to NAR over 70% of buyers begin their search on the internet and 60% of all buyers that purchase in Central Florida are from out of town.

I pride myself on taking high quality, high resolution pictures and posting them everywhere on the net I can find! But, I really don’t like when a seller says “I’m not giving it away”. My response to that reply is, “Then I am happy to use your yard to advertise my services, but your property will not sell”. Online marketing, proper pricing, a new can of paint, and simple repairs around the home can go a long way towards procuring a buyer.

If you want the best opportunity to sell your house in this challenging market, give me a call right away! I am happy to help you. 386.837.5300.

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This market never ceases to amaze me. My newest listing is over 4 acres in Sorrento for only $139,000! The place has a 3/2 modular home on it or you can build your own dream home on it.

My favorite part is the land! The place is big enough to practice your baseball team. Too bad it’s not in DeBary, or I may have already built a t-ball field on it.

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Anyway, the mobile needs a little work but it is solid and sound. The land is private, and the neighborhood perfect! Have horses or dogs? They will be in paradise!

Visit my featured listings page to get more details on this property.

Discover a new lifestyle in Sorrento. Call me at 386.837.5300 to see this property, it won’t last!

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This house in the prestigious Summerhaven community of DeBary is a steal w/ a now reduced price of $229,000! Believed to have the biggest pool in the community, a huge back yard, and on a cul-de-sac to top it all off!

Quality all brick construction, 2,400 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, what more could you want?

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For more information on this property, visit my featured properties page.

This home won’t be around long, call me at 386.837.5300 right now to see it!

We have reduced the price on this distinctive luxury Vista Cay Orlando Condo to only $349,000! What a steal! It is walking distance to the convention center and features just about every upgrade the builder offered!

• Top Floor
• Corner Unit
• Upgraded everything!

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At last, discover your paradise while staying close to Disney, Universal, all the Orlando area’s favorite attractions. This is a fantastic deal in a fantastic location.

Visit www.rickmcbride.com to see all our great deals or Call me right away at 386.837.5300 to purchase this condo.

Isn’t it time you live the lifestyle you deserve?

I just listed a really cool piece of property in St. John’s Wood, in DeBary, FL. It is a great place to build your retirement paradise or a home for your growing family. Set at the end of Walrock road, the location is private and isolated with a lake view from a second floor. There will never be anything built behind you and this is one of the most sought after neighborhoods in DeBary.

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Check it out under my featured home section at www.rickmcbride.com.

A sale can be made or lost as a direct result of your home’s curb appeal. When it comes to selling your home, the first impression is probably the most important impression. If the outside of the property doesn’t create interest or appear well-maintained, a buyer may choose to not even come inside the home. Here are five ways to create curb appeal.

Paint and polish. A fresh coat of paint breathes new life into a tired-looking home. If your home looks dull or suffers from peeling, cracked or chipped surfaces, a paint job is a great investment. Polish the doorknocker and mail slot on the front door, as well as any light fixtures by the entry. Re-condition your deck. Consider renting a power washer to clean dirt and mildew from the wood, and then apply an all-weather sealer or stain.

Manicure the grounds. Mow and edge the grass, and trim the trees and bushes. Also, clear away dead leaves and flowers, and mulch and weed the beds. Check to see that tree branches are not touching the home’s roof or outer walls. Add some color to your landscape by planting annuals and placing planters of flowers in strategic spots. You can even spruce up the property by hanging flowering baskets. Add flowering plants in the back yard, too.

Make needed repairs. See if anything is unhinged, loose or just an eyesore. Fix everything including broken fencing, windows and screens. Make sure winter’s cold weather didn’t leave any gutters sagging or loose. Replace any missing shingles from the roof. Try the doorbell. Check stairs and railings. Test doors for squeaks and rusted hinges. Don’t forget to take a critical look at the property at night. Make sure the lights work, and replace dim and burned-out bulbs.

Unclutter. Tidy up the deck, patio and back yard. Rearrange the outdoor furniture to look inviting.  Put away gardening tools and toys. Clean up the barbecue area. Eliminate any “evidence” of pets, and restrict them to the back yard when showing the home. Move extra vehicles from the view of passersby.

Clean. Clean the windows, inside and out, wash down the walks and driveway, and hose down the siding. Clean outdoor furniture and cushions. Check for oil spots on cement surfaces, especially the garage floor.

The old saying about making a good first impression couldn’t be truer than when you are selling your home. Even the smallest enhancements can make a big difference in creating love at first sight for buyers.

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Can you believe there is a house in DeBary for sale for under $40,000? Not only that, it is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath, and almost 1,100 square feet! If you have ever wanted to invest in real estate, now is the time! Let me help you find some property to invest in, you will be happy you decided too.

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Those that listen to the constant barage of negativity from the boob tube would think that the real estate market was non-existant! The fact is, there is a ton of activity out there! People are looking and buying, so make sure not to miss out on these great opportunities we just listed:

Check out this and thousands of other homes at www.rickmcbride.com

109 Horseshoe Blvd. in De Leon Springs. Fanstastic 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on 2.5 acres in De Leon Springs for only $175,000! This is a mint property fully fenced and ready for Rover to roam!

115 Homestead Ave. is a large 2 bedroom, 2 bath home in my hometown of DeBary, FL. This is a fantastic property set back and private. It features a large detatched garage and upgrades, upgrades, upgrades!

6260 Winning Woods Trail is a large 5 acre parcel in De Leon Springs, FL that fits into anyone’s budget! At only $89,000 this parcel is perfect for a manufactured home or for building your dream privacy palace. The property features a large existing pond and is ready to be your paradise!

Check out these homes, see our featured properties, and search for property at your leisure at www.rickmcbride.com

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