Many buyers today expect the homes they’re viewing to not just be clean and in good quality, but they also want them to be staged — this means the furniture and appliances match the home, look brand new, and improve the overall aesthetic of the property. To be fair, staged homes DO sell better according … Continued
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 about 6% commission, and they might not mention closing costs or other fees before it’s too late. So here are … Continued
When trying to sell a home, the last thing anyone wants is a pushy real estate agent who’s either not helping to sell their home at all… or trying to their seller to accept every offer, no matter what it is. Sadly… some real estate agents are just in it for themselves. It can be … Continued
At Bumble Bee Properties, we can buy your home as-is for cash and we can close in as little as two weeks. In fact, we’ve helped lots of other people in North Texas sell their homes fast for cash. And we can help you, too! Give us a call at (469) 306-1737 to get your … Continued
Unfortunately, the longer that plumbing problems stick around, generally speaking, the more damage they’re going to do. For example, a leaky pipe creates mold and a dripping faucet can drive up your water bill and waste hundreds of gallons of water each year. So what are you going to do about it? At Bumble Bee … Continued
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 with the high demand, most buyers are not looking … Continued
Awesome! But it can be hard to know what to fix, what to upgrade, and what to leave alone. After all, you don’t want to spend more money than you need to get your home ready for buyers. At Bumble Bee Properties, we’ve helped a lot of homebuyers sell their house fast for a fair … Continued
Before 1980, asbestos was commonly used in a lot of different home-building materials. This means, if you have an older home, it’s likely that the ceiling, wall plasters, wallboard, floor, and even ceiling have asbestos in them. On its own, this isn’t a problem. But it BECOMES a problem if those asbestos particles become airborne … Continued
Neighborhoods are like living organisms — they change and adapt with time. Unfortunately, they don’t always change for the better… sometimes they become less desirable. At Bumble Bee Properties, for instance, we’ve worked with a lot of homeowners who purchased a home in a great neighborhood… but then that area took a turn for the … Continued
Well… you’re not the only one. Aging is hard on properties — and homeowners can end up spending a lot of money fixing up a home that’s outdated or in ill repair. Unfortunately, it seems like after one problem gets fixed… another problem is just around the corner. So what should you do? Well, at … Continued
While furthering that career or getting a new job can be exciting, the process of actually moving is sometimes stressful and overwhelming. There’s the packing, marketing and selling a home, and coordinating everything with a new job. To make the process as simple as possible, here’s a quick overview of everything that needs to be … Continued
Not only can mold damage the house… it can also make the people living there sick if it’s not taken care of. At the same time, finding the mold and getting rid of it can be tedious and expensive. At Bumble Bee Properties, we’ve helped a lot of homeowners deal with a lot of different … Continued
Unfortunately, probate is often more complex and convoluted than it needs to be. But at Bumble Bee Properties, we’ve helped homeowners in almost every situation (including probate) to navigate challenges and sell their homes. So we thought we’d share some information about the probate process so that you know what to expect. Here’s how it … Continued
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 our market locally here in North Texas fluctuates dramatically. Sometimes, bigger homes sell. Other times, small homes are in high demand. … Continued
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 with the purchase. But that doesn’t mean all is lost. … Continued
