HOME (on the market) for the Holidays!

Thanksgiving is merely a week away! YOU are selling your home - it's currently on the market. YOU are also hosting Thanksgiving this year - what to do, what to do.

It's understandable you want your home to look festive for Aunt Jane and the cousins who are flying in from Oregon - however; you don't want to frighten would-be buyers either!

You can STILL have very "tasteful" holiday decor AND make your holiday seasonally inviting!

Bring the outside IN - nature-inspired Fall elements will look great for your holiday and will appeal to would-be buyers!





A recent walk through a local Pottery Barn store is certainly a quick class on using nature to highlight the season!

If you have special activities planned at your home for your out of town guests, you can ask your listing agent to note your listing accordingly so no showings take place on a particular day OR you could ask her to temporarily take it off the market for 1 or 2 days will you entertain your visitors.

Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday!



Sharon Goetz
703-679-1712, Sharon.G@KW.com
Realtor®, Accredited Staging Professional, Certified Interior Decorator
Keller Williams Realty

www.SellingHomesByDesign.com
www.facebook.com/SellingHomesByDesign

Please visit my website to see photos of Staged homes
& to request my FREE report on “Preparing Your Home for Sale”.

SELLING HOMES!...by design®
• Staging® services designed for YOUR home
• A choice of 3 commission plans designed to fit YOUR needs
• A satisfaction guarantee designed with YOU in mind

What does 1 MILLION + get you in Reston, VA ?

What can you get for a MILLION + in Reston, VA these days ?

There are currently 4 active listings over a million $$ right now:

*Bishopsgate Way = $1,050,000 - Colonial


*North Village Road = $1,049,900 - Contemporary


*Upper Lake Drive = $1,199,000 - Contemporary


*Walnut Branch Road = $1,085,000 - Colonial


Sharon Goetz

703-679-1712, Sharon.G@KW.com

Realtor®, Accredited Staging Professional, Certified Interior Decorator

Keller Williams Realty



www.SellingHomesByDesign.com

www.facebook.com/SellingHomesByDesign



Please visit my website to see photos of Staged homes

& to request my FREE report on “Preparing Your Home for Sale”.



SELLING HOMES!...by design®

* Staging® services designed for YOUR home
* A choice of 3 commission plans designed to fit YOUR needs
* A satisfaction guarantee designed with YOU in mind

Smart Tips for Kitchen Updates!

These Tips and Advice from House Logic are a MUST READ for anyone who is thinking about kitchen updates!! WHAT makes the most $ence:

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  Appliance Buying Guide: Ranges

  
  

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  Appliance Buying Guide: Refrigerators

  
  

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Visit houselogic.com for more articles like this.

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Sharon Goetz
703-679-1712, Sharon.G@KW.com
Realtor®, Accredited Staging Professional, Certified Interior Decorator
Keller Williams Realty

www.SellingHomesByDesign.com
www.facebook.com/SellingHomesByDesign

Please visit my website to see photos of Staged homes
& to request my FREE report on “Preparing Your Home for Sale”.

Do Trees = $

Do Trees = $$ ??



The following question was posed to SellingHomesByDesign:

Thought it was indeed very interesting! PLZ offer your opinion on this !!

"If you had two houses, identical in size, location, etc. but one had a marvelous tree on the property and the other didn't, would the list price be essentially the same? What if the house were in a heavily treed community vs. one that is in a cleared fieldlike community?"

This article from Realty Times says YES, Trees DO add value!!

THNX for your view on this subject!

Sharon Goetz

703-679-1712, Sharon.G@KW.com

Realtor®, Accredited Staging Professional, Certified Interior Decorator

Keller Williams Realty


www.SellingHomesByDesign.com

www.facebook.com/SellingHomesByDesign

K.I.S.S. - Common Sense Tips for Buyers and Sellers!

K.I.S.S.!! Let's keep it super simple!!

Considering jumping into the Real Estate Market ??
Here are a couple of common sense tips - no matter what side of the fence you're on (buyer or seller):

Remember to Keep your Buying or Selling Strategy Simple: It's easy to get overwhelmed with details. Get familiar first with readily available information on the internet. Next, consult with an agent to determine what's really imporant to you and let them help set a strategy with timelines.

SELLER'S TIP: At higher price points it's more critical than ever to get your home proactively appraised. In addition to getting an agent's opinion on what your home may net you based on comparable properties, for around $400 a professional appraiser is a sound "second opinion". Please feel free to ask me for a recommendation to see what your home's true worth is in today's market.

BUYER'S TIP: Getting preapproved for a mortgage is the most important step in preparing to buy your next home. Knowing what's comfortable to afford upfront will help you figure out what's realistic to be looking at. And don't forget to budget for added expenses like paint, new furniture, updates...and those family vacations!

Sharon Goetz
703-679-1712, Sharon.G@KW.com
Realtor®, Accredited Staging Professional, Certified Interior Decorator
Keller Williams Realty

www.SellingHomesByDesign.com
www.facebook.com/SellingHomesByDesign

Please visit my website to see photos of Staged homes
& to request my FREE report on “Preparing Your Home for Sale”.

SELLING HOMES!...by design®
• Staging® services designed for YOUR home
• A choice of 3 commission plans designed to fit YOUR needs
• A satisfaction guarantee designed with YOU in mind

Colonial Charmer in Reston, VA

Williamsburg meets Reston!
This Colonial charmer may very well grace the pages of "Tradtional Home Magazine"!



Special, Pre-Market Opportunity!

Located in the Deepwood Community of Reston, VA, this Cardinal model, end-unit brick townhome truly lives like a detached home. You'll find it's ALL in the details - carefully chosen updates include a completely remodeled kitchen with granite counters, custom tile backsplash, "soft-close technology" drawers, high end stainless steel appliances by Bosch and Kitchen Aid and custom window seats.



This gourmet kitchen leads to a private patio area with water feature - your serenity among the trees.



This 3 bedroom, 2 full - 2 half-bath home is "Q-Tip clean" and meticulously maintained. Other details to be appreciated are the large master bedroom with walk-in closet, double sink bathroom and crown molding - truly your private oasis!



The upper level has 2 other bedrooms and an updated main bath featuring custom tile.





Colonial details are ever present in the cozy living and dining rooms.



Entertaining friends is a snap with a spacious family room - perfect for movie or game night.



A+ location - this home is walking distance to Shopping and Community Centers, a magnet elementary school and bus stop. The Reston Town Center, Toll Road and proposed Silver Line Metro Stop are all nearby.

Historically LOW interest rates and the move-in-ready condition of this home all equal NOW is a great time to buy. I can arrange a pre-market showing - just for YOU!

Please contact me to discuss your options and details on renting vs. buying (if applicable). If you have a friend, co-worker or neighbor who has been considering a move - it would be my pleasure to offer them a no-obligation consultation to discuss their specific needs.

This outstanding home is listed by Keller Williams Realty in Reston, VA. It will be offered for $407,900.

Sharon Goetz
703-679-1712, Sharon.G@KW.com
Realtor®, Accredited Staging Professional, Certified Interior Decorator
Keller Williams Realty

www.SellingHomesByDesign.com

Reston Condo - Lifestyle AND Location!

This Reston condo offers an easy, low maintenance lifestyle as well as an outstanding location!



The strategically located Augusta model offers stylish updates that include newly installed crown molding for architectural interest, new light fixtures, decorator paint, new kitchen hardware and more! The wooded view is the focal point of this light-filled living room. The private patio is perfect for entertaining or for your own private oasis! This complex IS FHA approved.



Take in the calming view of mature trees from your private patio area. Stroll to the South Lakes Village Center to dine with lake views or meet your friends at Starbucks. Lake Audubon and the pool are just steps away.



Also close by: The Toll Road (Rte 267), The Reston Community Center, Verndon J. Walker Nature Center and proposed Silver Line Metro Stop. The Reston Town Center is less than 3 miles away… your options are endless!



Enjoy ALL the Reston Association amenities - 15 pools, 48 tennis courts, 4 lakes, 55 miles of walking paths!

Historically LOW interest rates and the move-in-ready condition of this home all equal NOW is a great time to buy.

Please contact me to discuss your options and details on renting vs. buying (if applicable). If you have a friend, co-worker or neighbor who has been considering a move - it would be my pleasure to offer them a no-obligation consultation to discuss their specific needs.

This 1 bedroom / 1 bath home is listed by Keller Williams Realty in Reston, VA. It is currently offered for $174,500.

Sharon Goetz
703-679-1712, Sharon.G@KW.com
Realtor®, Accredited Staging Professional, Certified Interior Decorator
Keller Williams Realty

www.SellingHomesByDesign.com
www.facebook.com/SellingHomesByDesign

Please visit my website to see photos of Staged homes
& to request my FREE report on “Preparing Your Home for Sale”.

SELLING HOMES!...by design®
• Staging® services designed for YOUR home
• A choice of 3 commission plans designed to fit YOUR needs
• A satisfaction guarantee designed with YOU in mind