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Home Staging Helps Sell Your Home
Selling your home in today’s market is not easy. Home staging, makes a home look neat and stylish, therefore, making it inviting to a potential home buyer. This can make a huge difference in selling your home. When you stag your home you will leave a lasting impression on the home buyers. Walking into your home show will give the buyers a warm feeling of, “this is a place we could call home.” A professional home stager will help you discover where the problem areas are and how to resolve the issues… It may be anything from a little closet thinning and tidying up to a major furniture and design overhaul. Set your home apart from the others.
You don’t have to do it all yourself either. Even if your place is vacant and your stuff is already out of there, home staging professionals can bring in just the right props to make an empty home look like an inviting home
Call my favorite home stager today!!! Vicky Turk 601.317.2994
Home Staging, Madison MS
VICKY TURK 601-317-2994
“Your Home Staging Expert” http://southernstager.com/
Southern Stager provides Interior Design and Staging in Mississippi for residential homes, business offices, doctor offices, and staging for Realtors and home builders. Southern Stager also provides design consulting for a do-it-yourself approach as well.
Southern Stager was founded by Vicky Turk to provide interior design and home staging to the Madison and Jackson Mississippi areas. She provides both residential and commercial interior design and staging solutions. With her 16 years of experience Vicky has built up a network of professional to help aid in the design process. Through her network, Vicky is able to get discounted and contractors prices on faux fainting and artwork, house painting, custom blinds and drapes, wood floors, tile and more.
Staging is a great way to help sell a home. Staging can do two things; in an occupied home, it minimizes the clutter and opens up the space allowing potential buyers to envision what it may be like with their furnishings. In an empty home, staging can help a home appear more inviting and emphasize its strengths. This process includes a walk-through to determine the strengths and problem areas of the home.
Design consulting….whether you have a residential or business that is in need of design, Southern Stager can help. Vicky will tour your property, provide you with a checklist, and encourage you to make the recommended updates that we suggested, however if you still want help our hands on staging services are available. 
Our Services Include:
Staging Consultation, Residential Homes/Design/Re-Design, Color Consultation, Builders New Construction and
Remodel, Realtor Home Staging to Sell, Doctors Offices, Personal Shopper for Design and Seasonal Decorating.
Call me, Vicky Turk today for a initial consultation! 601-317-2994 or email me at angelyou2@comcast.net
I look forward to hearing from ya!!!!!
Regular Home Maintenance of Your Madison MS Real Esate Home
Your home is
one of your largest investments. The best way to keep it running smoothly and
efficiently is through regular maintenance. Below are some basic home
maintenance tips. If you were able to attend your home inspection, you will
have heard many of these already. This is not an inclusive list of all home
maintenance items.
When the house is now your home
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Change all locks on exterior entrances for improved |
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Replace batteries in all smoke detectors. Put a note on |
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Create a fire escape plan for your new home. Consult your |
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Review your home inspection report for any items requiring |
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Learn the location of main shut-offs for your plumbing, |
Monthly Maintenance
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Check your fire extinguishers to be sure they are fully |
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Repair or replace leaking faucets or shower heads. |
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Check grout and caulk in bathrooms. Ensure water is not |
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Re-secure loose toilets and repair or replace faulty flush |
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Replace or clean heating and cooling air filters. |
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Clean all gutters and downspouts. Check that downspouts |
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Test all GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) devices. |
Spring and Fall
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Examine your roof for damage to the roof coverings, chimney |
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If possible, look in the attic. Check for evidence of |
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Check your landscaping around structures. Trim back tree |
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Inspect the exterior walls and foundation of the house for |
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Clean and test windows to be sure they are operating |
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Test the garage door opener. Be sure the auto-reverse |
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Replace smoke detector batteries |
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Have the heating, cooling and water heater systems cleaned |
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Have chimney inspected and |
Ready to make your
next move? We have several Homes for Sale
in Madison MS, Brandon MS, and Ridgeland MS.
Search the local MLS for
1000’s of homes in the Jackson, MS Metro area.
If you’re
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Looking for a home
on the Reservoir? You will
find everything you want in the Brandon MS area. The City of Brandon MS is a great place to
live and is served by the Rankin County School
District.
Refinancing Your Home
Know when it’s the right time to refinance your home. Refinancing is signing for a new loan to replace your original mortgage and usually done for cost-saving purposes.
Deciding whether or not to refinance your home requires a serious look into various factors. And it also depends on your short-term or long-term goals because refinancing is not all about reducing interest.
Conventional wisdom suggests that you shouldn’t enter into the refinancing process unless the market rates are approximately two percent below your original mortgage lock in rate. This difference should yield a “break even” period of about two to three years for most conventional, middle to high end, American mortgages.
Some more innovative re-financers may want to take advantage of one and a half or even one and a quarter percent differences in the refinancing rate – if the principal of your loan is high, relative to the costs of refinancing, it may be worth it to refinance at one of these lower rates.
Some Things to Remember When Considering Refinancing:
- The decision to refinance should only be made if the long-term savings outweigh the initial expenses. To calculate your break-even point, divide the cost of the refinance by your monthly savings. The resulting figure represents the number of months you will need to stay in the home to make the strategy work.
- Don’t select a new mortgage based only on its annual percentage rate.
- Also evaluate the term of the loan, whether the interest rate is fixed or variable, and the relative merits of paying up-front fees in exchange for a lower rate.
- Your current lender already knows you and has your financial information on file, so you may be able to get a better deal that way, instead of going to a new lender.
- To get the best possible refinancing deal, you’ll need to shop around, crunch some numbers, and ask a lot of questions.
- Shop around and conduct a detailed cost assessment (with a financial professional, if necessary) to identify which mortgage offers the greatest financial benefits.
- Read the entire contract before signing. Don’t let anyone pressure you or rush you to make a hasty decision.
- If refinancing results in lower monthly payments, use those savings to pursue other important goals, such as preparing for retirement and college costs.
Refinancing a mortgage is simply taking out a new mortgage. You will encounter many of the same procedures and the same types of costs the second time around.If you decide that a refinancing is not worth the costs, ask your lender whether you may be able to obtain all or some of the new terms you want by agreeing to a modification of your existing loan instead of a refinancing.
Ready to make your next move? The Herrington Realty Co. has several Homes for Sale in Madison MS, Brandon MS, and Ridgeland MS. We have a Team of Experts waiting to assist you. If you need to sell your home we can help with that too. Contact us today to start the process.
Search the Local MLS for 1000’s of Homes in the Jackson, MS Metro area.
If you’re Relocating to the Jackson, MS Metro Area or live in this area and would like to view some of the homes currently listed on the market call Herrington Realty Co. today at 601-977-1114 .
RELOCATING TO A NEW CITY?
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Relocating to a new city? Let the Herrington Realty Team
lend a helping hand. We are committed
to making your move a smooth and stress free transition. Listed below are a few time saving tips for
relocating to your new location.
Organize…Prioritize…Minimize
- Donate to Goodwill,
Salvation Army, or Habitat for Humanity. Clean out the clutter
and give away what you really don’t need or want to move. - List the most important
things you must do before you leave your present home that will ensure a
smooth transition to your new home. Set aside magazines, bills, and
other recurring mail that you want to move with you to your new
address. Visit the United.States Postal
Service online to change your address. - Pack travel items in
compact compartments in travel size bags. Instead of packing the
entire 250-size box of q-tips, place a small amount to get you to your new
destination in a zip lock bag in your carry-on travel bag. Place
travel-size personal items in with a few extra changes of clothing for
each family member in a separate travel bag. If you have to stop
overnight, you will appreciate carrying one small bag into the hotel
instead of everyone’s big suitcase. You may have to “wing
it” the first night you arrive in your new city, and the more compact
you have packed for everyone the easier it is to settle in.
Arrange Account Transfers In Advance
- Electric and Gas Company Accounts
- Water, Sewer, and Garbage Utilities
- Cable, Internet, and Phone Services
- Mobile or Wireless Phones and Internet
Cards - Pest Control and Lawn Care Companies
- Bank Accounts, Investment Funds, Legal Advisors
Moving
Company Precautions and Procedures
- Coordinate your
departure and arrival schedule - Furnish your en-route
contact information with the moving van driver - Remove personal items
that need to “go with you” out of your house. Put items
that you need in your car so they won’t get lost, stolen, or accidentally
packed by the moving company. - Label boxes by content
and which room you want them to go to in your new home - Do not pack flammable
items, open containers (especially food items), jewelry or valuables for
the moving company. Transport these items separately from your
household goods.
Go
Before and Behind Your Movers Checking Areas Others May Miss
- Take the time to walk
through your old house one last time after everything has been moved out - Check basements,
attics, closets, cabinets, behind remaining window treatments, and garages
for any items that movers may have missed. - Try to be available
when your movers are unloading your items. Photograph and report any
damages. - Point out the right
location to those helping you unpack/unload boxes and furniture
items. - Watch out for anything
that might cause someone to trip, fall, or hit their head on low hanging
areas.
Take a
Positive Attitude With You on the Journey
- Prepare children and
pets for the move by making sure they have snacks, pillows and blankets,
and an extra change of clothing. Young and older family members may
need to stop more frequently for meals or restroom breaks.
Comfortable people are happier people. - Discuss any concerns or
problems with the moving van driver before you get on the road. Try
to establish an open line of communication with everyone involved in the
move so there are no surprises. - Smile and compliment
those who are trying to help you pack and move furniture and heavy
items. Set the tone for a pleasant trip!
Are
you looking to relocate to Madison MS, Brandon MS, or Ridgeland MS? Click
here to receive your free relocation package.
Ready to Buy
or Sell Your Home? Now is a GREAT Time! The Herrington Realty
Company has Madison MS, Brandon MS, and Ridgeland MS agents eagerly waiting to assist
you.
We have several Homes for Sale in Madison
MS, Brandon MS, and Ridgeland MS. Search the local MLS for 1000’s of homes in
the Jackson, MS Metro area.
MADISON MS NEWCOMER INFORMATION
Car TagsTax Collector’s Office135 West Center St., Canton | 601-859-5226344 ElectricityEntergy | 1-800-368-3749Canton Municipal Utilities | 859-2921 GasAtmos Energy | 601-961-6600Centerpoint Energy | 601-856-9348Canton Homestead ExemptionTax Assessor’s Office135 West Center St., Canton | 601-859-1921344 LibrariesCanton – 102 Priestly St., 39046 | 601-859-3202Flora – 168 Carter St., NewspapersThe Clarion-Ledger | 601-961-7000Madison County Herald | |
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Postal ServicesCamden – 2124 Highway17 | 662-468-2798Canton – 150 S. Union | TelephoneAT&T | 601-557-6500Time of Day and TemperatureTimeTemp Plus | TV/CableComcast Cable | 601-982-0922Galaxy Cablevision | 601-859-2835 Voter RegistrationResidents who have lived in Madison County for at least 30 days may register WaterCameron Water Association | 601-468-2607Canton, Canton Municipal |
Relocating to Madison
| Herrington Realty Relocation Package
This guide is designed for anyone considering a move to the area and is a great source of information. Here are just a few of the things Herrinton Realty Co. has included to help you get your move off to a smooth start:
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Relocating To MS
Relocating to the Jackson Ms. Metro Area
Our team of realtors with help you in your move to Madison, Jackson, Brandon or Ridgeland MS areas.
