Did you know that Oahu has the largest and oldest Army post in America? Across all of Hawaii, there are 11 military bases. Oahu and other islands are a hot spot for active military members. This provides a unique housing…
Are you on track to moving to Hawaii and are looking into Hawaii real estate for sale? People often believe it’s easy to get themselves a piece of paradise in Hawaii. With the right professional team, it will be. Like…
The VA has handled 25 million home loans to put service members and veterans into their homes since its beginning in 1944. This is great for the service members and veterans who served their time and were ready to settle down…
Buying a home can be stressful, especially if you happen to be in the Armed Forces. Life in the military comes with unique challenges, even for those stationed stateside. One of these challenges is housing, requiring a special type of…
Buying a home in Hawaii is just like on the mainland, right? Not so fast—the Hawaii real estate market is not quite the same as what you’re used to. Military families, retirees, and investors often look forward to moving to…
Relocations can often feel difficult for military families. Real estate agent, Shannon Severance, has released a new e-book to ease the stress of home buying when relocating for military families. Shannon’s e-book, Shannon’s Essential 2020 Military Home Buyer’s Checklist, is…
Selling your home can be a difficult process. Though the housing market is much healthier than it was some years ago, getting your house sold at the price you want can be no walk in the park. Many home buyers and…
Permanent change of station season is stressful. More often than not, you are given a short timeframe to move your family to a new community. You know it is part of the deal, but that doesn’t make it easy! If…
Pet odors inside your home, even if they aren’t terrible, can turn off potential buyers and make it hard to sell your home. While I am in the habit of being honest with my clients about any potential problems I…
Posted on September 26, 2017by Shannon Severance in Selling Your Home
Staging for Success One of the most important things to think about when selling your home is staging. Staging is when a home is prepared for sale by cleaning, performing maintenance, and decorating with a very neutral palette. You want…