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This happens wayyy too often. Some contractors think that they can do poor quality work and get away with it. Unfortunately, they usually do get away with it… And sometimes the best thing you can do is fire them before they do more damage to your home. Here are some recommendations for navigating this difficult … Continued

We get it… For better or worse, the first thing that buyers see — before they even walk into your house — is the lawn. And if that yard leaves a bad first impression, it can make potential buyers walk away without a second glance. Fortunately, that’s not how the story has to end. If … Continued

Unfortunately, the smell of a home is a HUGE factor that determines whether buyers will make an offer or not. A home that doesn’t smell right… It doesn’t sell very fast. Maybe you’re dealing with pet odors, mold, or something else… whatever the case, here are some ways to freshen up a home to impress … Continued

You call, then text, then email… but they don’t respond? It can be really frustrating to deal with tenants that don’t communicate about important matters. Here’s some of the advice we’d offer… Try to Contact The Tenant — if you haven’t already, then try to contact your tenant and give them a reasonable amount of … Continued

We totally get it. We’ve helped a lot of people sell their homes in Orlando and many of them struggle with the process because they have an understandable emotional attachment to the property. And we like to help people sell fast for cash, as painlessly as possible. Here’s how we do it… We Will Never … Continued

This can be a difficult conversation to have… especially if you’re worried that the tenants will get upset or become difficult after they are told. But here are some helpful tactics for breaking the news to your tenants. Be Open & Honest — Try to be as open and honest with your tenants as possible … Continued

It’s a homeowner’s nightmare… ESPECIALLY if you’ve been thinking of selling your home. You can list a house with termite damage, but many buyers and lenders will ask for treatment and repairs first. But you CAN sell to a professional homebuyer like ourselves.  Sage Hill Properties buys homes as-is for cash (we can close in … Continued

You’re not getting many showings. Haven’t found a buyer yet. And it’s starting to get a little frustrating. Well, you’re not alone. In fact, the average amount of time that a property stays on the market is 68 days! Of course, there are some things one can do to make their house sell more quickly. … Continued

Well, it’s no secret that the economy is currently struggling in many areas. Of course, there are never any guarantees of what the market is going to do. But if you’re nervous about selling your home, we totally understand. Here are a few things to keep in mind… Do NOT Make a Decision Based On … Continued

Everything was going to be just right and you were going to get top-dollar for the home… …but then, maybe you ran out of cash or maybe you ran out of determination… …whatever the case, you’re now not going to be able to finish repairs on the home, updating all the appliances, cleaning it, and … Continued

You’re probably thinking of downsizing at this point… It certainly would be easier to keep a smaller home clean and tidy (not to mention the repairs). And what do you need such a big home for anyways? It’s turning out to be more work than it’s worth. We totally understand. At Sage Hill Properties, we … Continued

But how do you know you can TRUST the person or company you choose? Here are 4 red flags to watch out for… 1. They Don’t Follow Through — If the professional buyer says they’re going to call tomorrow… and they don’t call, or they say they’re going to show up at a certain time… … Continued

Written July 2022; market conditions have changed since then. Demand is still incredibly high, with low inventory and a housing shortage across the country. Even with a rise in interest rates, property is still selling at record speed in most areas in many states. The houses that aren’t selling? Well, they’re the usual ones… Even … Continued

Inheriting a home is both a blessing and a huge obligation — it requires a lot of work. It will be necessary to create a short-term plan for maintaining the home while the estate settles. During this time, it’s also important to talk with the other heirs to determine what everyone wants to do with … Continued