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Are you trying to sell your home at a bad time of year? You might not know this, but real estate markets fluctuate significantly from season to season, month to month, and even year to year. And we’re not just talking about the nationwide market, but even just our market here in Clark County fluctuates … Continued

Are you trying to sell a home with structural damage? While you can try to make your house look pretty for potential buyers, most real estate agents are trained to spot the telltale signs of structural damage (sagging floors, uneven walls, cracks in the foundation, etc) and they will discourage their clients from following through … Continued

Trying to sell a house with bad electrical wiring? You might be surprised to learn that, in one survey, 20% of people listed this as the biggest challenge to owning a home. In some cases, the electrical wiring doesn’t allow for power to part of the home… in other cases,the wiring is downright dangerous. So … Continued

Should you sell your house during these uncertain times? There’s no doubt that these are uncertain times… and that has made a lot of sellers wary of putting their home on the market. But it’s actually not as bad as you think. In fact, just this morning, Vox published an article titled, “Why housing prices … Continued

Dealing with debt can be a real pain. But did you know that most people struggle with debt? The average American now has $38,000 in personal debt, not including their mortgage payment. Crazy, right? So we thought it would be appropriate to share some quick tips about how to get out of debt… faster. Pay … Continued

Are you trying to sell a home of someone who hoarded possessions? Unfortunately, it can be a real headache to sell a house with hundreds of possessions that are packed into every nook and cranny of the home. Just CLEANING the place can take months. So what should you do? Well, at PineCone Properties, we’ve … Continued

Has your home been damaged by a storm? Maybe it happened recently or maybe it happened years ago… and you’re just now realizing that you can’t afford to hold onto the home. We get it… it’s a tough situation. If you really don’t want to sell, then you might consider repairing damages and even rebuilding … Continued

Unsure of what to do after inheriting a house? We get it. While you’re grateful to be on the person’s will, inheriting a home comes with a lot of unexpected responsibilities. For example, you’ll now be responsible for taxes, insurance, and any leftover debt. Fortunately, at PineCone Properties, we’ve worked with a lot of people … Continued

Trying to sell a home with a torn-up yard? We get it… For better or worse, the first thing that buyers see — before they even walk in 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, … Continued

Trying to sell a home that is really outdated? Time moves fast… the housing market and buyer expectations are no exception. Every year, buyers expect to purchase a home with the latest and greatest updates. But naturally, you haven’t had time to keep up with all of those upgrades on your home… you were busy … Continued

Trying to sell a house that doesn’t fit with your market’s expectations? We get it… The average amount of time that a house stays on the market is between 65 and 93 days… but for a home that’s not in the ideal price range, in an undesirable location, or not totally updated, that time-span can … Continued

Trying to sell your home but failing on the inspections? Unfortunately, nothing deters buyers quite like dry rot, pests, or some other ominous discovery during inspection. What’s worse? Fixing that damage you didn’t even know about can be expensive. And naturally, you weren’t wanting to SPEND money on the sale of your home, you were … Continued

Are you struggling to find a real estate agent that you feel like you can trust to sell your home? We get it… Some — not all, but some — real estate agents seem to just be in it for themselves and don’t really care about helping you get top-dollar on your home. They take … Continued

Are you dealing with some funky smells in a house that you want to sell? Unfortunately, the smell of a home is a HUGE factor that determines whether buyers will make you 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 … Continued

As a landlord, you will inevitably have to deal with the eviction process. It’s never fun, for you or the tenant. But there are ways to prepare, so you can make things go as smoothly as possible. Here are some do’s and don’ts to help you navigate the process. What You Should Do: Try to … Continued