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Realtor – A Full Time Job
Being a Realtor is a full time job. It’s just not something someone can do in their spare time. A Realtor who is committed to their work and their clients has to work beyond the nine to five. So why is it so many people think being a Realtor can be part time?
After practicing law for a few years while holding my real estate license and selling homes on the side, I discovered that my work in real estate was much more rewarding and enjoyable. I also found that I really couldn’t do both at the same time and excel at either. It was then that I decided to stop practicing law and give 100% of my energy to real estate. As a result, I serve my clients better and I know that I am up to date on all the ins and outs of my business.
Often, I will receive a call from a law school friend who is considering getting their real estate license and selling some homes on the side. When they ask my opinion, I ask them one question. “What would you think if I wanted to practice law part time?” It’s a pretty good question. Think about it. Would you want your lawyer representing you on a potential $200,000 award to be running into court from their full time teaching job?
My initial question and their response usually leads to other questions such as, “Would you go to a doctor who is practicing as a second job?”, or “Would you invest $200,000 with a financial advisor who dabbles with stocks after working the day as a CPA?”
Most people would not risk the largest purchase or sale of their life on a part timer. It just doesn’t make sense.
I manage millions of dollars in real estate transactions every year. Does that sound like something I could or should do in my spare time? You’re right, it’s not.
Being a Realtor is a full time job.
Eight Great Home Selling Tips
If you’re thinking about selling your home, you’ll want to keep these eight great tips in mind. They will save you time and money.
First Time Home Buyer
So happy for my clients who are purchasing their first home ever. I’ve helped several clients and acted as power attorney for my clients who can’t attend their closings. My goal is to offer the highest quality of service. If you are interested in purchasing your first home, give me a call at 317-572-5033 and we can meet at my office first for a complimentary consultation. I’ll show you what you need to do to get started.
Elisabeth Lugar
Broker/Realtor at Century 21 Scheetz
Indianapolis Home Sold By The Lugar Team, 317-572-5033, LugarTeam@Century21Scheetz.com, Kensington Farms
JUST LISTED! Wonderful 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Home in Kensington Farms
We have just listed this incredible 2 story home with 4 Bedrooms and 2 ½ Baths in Kensington Farms with a welcoming vaulted entry. This spacious open floor plan has many upgrades: new carpet, laminate flooring, and tile floor. Eat in kitchen/breakfast room w/ center island has a window that overlooks a spacious back yard. This home features a formal dining room, family room with fireplace, living room or den, and a 2 car garage with a bump out for extra storage. The master bath has a jacuzzi tub, shower, double sinks, and walk in closet. All rooms are spacious with good closets. Great neighborhood with community pool, tennis and playground.
Located at 6155 Parrington Indianapolis, IN 46236
Please call Jack or Elisabeth Lugar at 317-572-5033 for a private showing at The Lugar Real Estate Team at Century 21 Scheetz
BLC# 21313129 $164,900 Here is a direct link to the BLC Sheet: http://bit.ly/6155ParringtonDrIndianapolisIN
To find out the value of your home visit www.lugarrealestate.com; send us an email Jack – jlugar@c21scheetz.com or Elisabeth elugar@c21scheetz.com; or text/call us Jack – 317-448-5585 or Elisabeth 317-448-3785
Here’s to your good life!
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(c) photos by elisabeth lugar
7 Steps To Home Ownership
Buying a home is a very important decision. Going through the home buying process whether it is for the first time or the second time can be overwhelming. The Lugar Team at Century 21 Scheetz is a boutique real estate team that is client focused. We are experienced Realtor/Broker’s who are here to answer your questions and provide you the information you need from pre-approval to closing and continue to be a go to person even after closing.
Here are seven steps we recommend yet are not required to get you to the closing table on time and with peace of mind.
1. Hire a Realtor.
2. Get Pre-Approved.
3. Hire a Home Inspector.
4. Make a formal written application.
5. Make sure you have applied for Homeowners Insurance.
6. Transfer your utilities.
7. Get ready to close.
When these steps are followed we find our clients are able to make educated decisions and have an overall positive experience. Let us know how we can help. Jack and I are always available to help you easily maneuver the home buying process. Give The Lugar Team a call at 317-572-5033.
Lugar Real Estate Century 21 Scheetz 07/03/14 Housing Update 317-572-5033
Elisabeth Lugar of The Lugar Team at Century 21 Scheetz gives the weekly housing update for July 3, 2014 for Carmel and Fishers, Indiana.
Low Inventory & Rising Prices – Is It Time To Sell Your Home?
School’s Out & So are the Buyers!
It’s that time of year again when the kids get a reprieve from school work and families set plans to move before school starts back up again. This is great news for home sellers as inventory has stayed low along with great interest rates. With a ten year inventory low in Central Indiana, prices have the potential to start moving up and with summer buying season upon us, now is a great time to sell. Have you been waiting for the right time to sell? Give us a call and we’ll provide you with a free consultation and discuss what you might need to do to prepare your home to go on the market. We’ll also provide you with a market analysis for your home and share with you our strategy to help you get the highest price.
CLICK HERE to read our quick tips and monthly report:
http://bit.ly/Carmel_and_Fishers_Real_Estate_Infomation
Westfield Home Sold By The Lugar Team, 317-572-5033, LugarTeam@Century21Scheetz.com
Just Listed 3 Bedroom Ranch with Basement in Westfield
430 Marengo Trail Westfield IN 46074
Spacious 3 bedroom ranch with beautiful hardwoods, lush carpet & durable tile. Featuring open floor plan w ith vaulted ceilings, arched doorways & a wood burning fireplace. Kitchen offers large eat-in area, Corian counters, tile floor, 42″ cabinets, walk-in pantry and stainless steel appliances. Master suite presents a walk-in closet, garden tub, separate shower and double sinks! 3rd bdrm can also be office. Over-sized garage for storage or work area. Inviting 16×20 wood deck. Huge basement already plumbed for full bath and bar awaits your finishing touches. $229,900
From US31 go West on 161st St. Turn right into Richter’s Corner. At “T”, turn left. Turn right on Etna Dr. Turn right on Marengo Trail, Home on left.
Call The Lugar Team at Century 21 Scheetz for a private showing at 317-572-5033.
Click here for the BLC Sheet: http://bit.ly/1hJvKA3
Click here for more information: http://bit.ly/1puLuhS
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Three Approaches To Pricing Your Home
Drop, Fix, or Mix.
When it comes to pricing, your home’s condition is one of the major factors you will need to consider. When I speak with clients, I use the slogan Drop, Fix, or Mix. What this means is that unless your home is the picture of perfection, you will need to either drop your price, fix the home to become perfection, or mix the two by dropping the price a little as well as fixing some of the issues too.
Fix: If you want top dollar for your home, it needs to look like a model home or be in such a desirable area that buyers will do anything to get your home. Assuming that your home is not in one of those areas, you’ll need to go to extreme lengths in preparing your home. What do I mean by a “model home”? Go visit a community where a production builder has a home near the entrance that is used as a show room. You’ll notice the fresh paint, beautiful floors, amazing kitchens and baths, and exquisite furnishings. How does that compare to your home? In addition to those things, the model home will have newer mechanicals, roof, and windows. This is how builders get top dollar for their homes. Everything is complete and the home as I like to say, “sizzles.” The home is move-in ready and has left little to the imagination.
Does your home have to have everything new to look like a model? Of course not many preexisting homes have everything, but by freshening up paint, replacing flooring, and updating all your hardware and fixtures you’ll be one step closer. Not only will this put you in a position to get higher price but it will help you sell faster. Of course, the term “faster” is relative, so it may mean that you sell in less than a week or it may mean that you sell in 60 days as compared to the 100 days it takes for your neighbors to sell.
Drop: However, investing in your home can be expensive in both money and time. If you don’t have a lot of one or either, it may benefit you to merely adjust your price accordingly. If the condition is such you may just decide that it is easier and maybe more cost effective to put the home on the market “as-is” and take what you can get. There is a buyer for every home, but you have to be aware that the worse your home’s condition, the lower the price.
Mix: Probably the most popular option in pricing is to do a hybrid of fixing and dropping. If this is the case, you will want to focus on the places in your home that will return the most value as well as grab the attention of the buyer.
I’ve previously written about selling the sizzle and not the steak, which means that buyers are much more willing to make offers on houses with newer paint, carpet, hardwoods, counter tops, and the latest fixtures. While the steak parts are important (mechanicals, roof, windows, etc.) are important, they are usually issues that are addressed after and offer has been accepted. Knowing this, a seller needs to focus on bring kitchens and baths up to date, adding curb appeal, and cleaning with a white glove touch.
Not sure which way to go? Give us a call at The Lugar Team at 317-572-5033 and we’ll come to your home for a free consultation and give you an honest answer about what you need to do to prepare your home for sale. And we’ll help you prioritize your to-do list so you address what is most important first. Before you know it, you’ll have your house ready to sell at the right price and taking steps toward life’s next adventure.
Fishers And Carmel Indiana Weekly Housing Update By #LugarRealEstate 317-572-5033
It’s May 22nd. Here is the weekly housing update by The Lugar Team at Century 21 Scheetz (317-572-5033) We are continuing to see an increase in home sales. It’s a sign that summer is coming. 94 homes have sold in Carmel and 87 homes have sold in Fishers. The inventory continues to grow in Carmel and Fishers with 521 homes active in Carmel, Indiana and 616 active homes in Fishers, Indiana. the 3 things that will help to sell your home are: price, location, and condition. The market is just starting to heat up and the number of buyers are increasing everyday. The window is wide open. If you would like to know the value of your home, call The Lugar Team at 317-572-5033. There are many important steps before you get to the closing table. Jack and I will help walk you through this process.
