Dianne Platt, Team Platt Realty's Blog

Posted on 11/10/2020
Tips for Home Sellers: How to Handle High-Pressure Situations
You might want to believe that the home selling journey will be fast and simple, but high-pressure situations may arise that cause you to panic. However, there is no need to let high-pressure home selling situations get the best of you. Because if you know how to handle these situations, you can boost the likelihood of enjoying a quick,...
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Posted on 11/03/2020
How Should Interest Rates Influence When You Buy?
Photo by Doubletree Studio via Shutterstock Interest rates rise in correlation to inflation and other economic activity. When that happens, it can increase housing costs. But the question is, should it prompt you to buy sooner than you’re ready? The Right Time Is Now In real estate, the right time is always now for someone. Is it the...
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Posted on 10/27/2020
What Does It Really Cost to Sell a House?
Believe it or not, selling a home may prove to be expensive if you are not careful. However, if you understand the costs associated with selling a house, you can budget accordingly. Now, let's take a look at three expenses that home sellers commonly encounter. 1. Home Repairs Cracked siding, floor damage and other home issues are worrisome, particularly...
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Posted on 10/20/2020
Fix Cracked Grout to Breathe New Life Into Your Bathroom or Kitchen
Photo by Brett Hondow via Pixabay You love your tiles. But they don't seem to do your bathroom justice anymore. Ask yourself, is it the tiles themselves, or what's in between that makes you cringe? Is the grout cracked, faded, yellowish or gray? Breathe new life into a dirty-looking bathroom tile floor, kitchen backsplash or tile shower by...
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Posted on 10/13/2020
What Home Buyers Want in 2020
Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay Energy Efficiency As home buyers become younger and younger, energy-efficient structures become more popular. According to the National Association of Home Builders, the most sought-after green features in a home include: Energy-Star rated windows and appliances. Toilets that conserve water. Tankless water heaters. Solar panels. Extra insulation. Triple-paned glass in windows and...
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Posted on 10/06/2020
How to Install or Replace Insulation
Image by mnplatypus from Pixabay Proper insulation not only helps you save on your energy bills. It reduces your energy impact on the environment and may create a great selling point for your home when the time comes. But knowing were to insulate an existing home can be a project. Here's what you need to know. How to...
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Posted on 10/08/2020
232 Riveredge Drive, New Castle, DE 19720 is now new to the market!
Welcome to Riveredge Estates, I love, love, love this community! The views of the River along Riveredge Road are amazing and the community even boasts a private beach! 232 Riveredge Road has the benefit of River views from both the front of the property and also the rear. Imagine relaxing in the morning room on a Sunday morning, watching the sunrise over the River and the boats go by. The view is beautiful now however, in the winter when the leaves are off the trees, the River View is panoramic! As you enter this 3 bedroom 2 and a half bathroom home you will find an office space or dining area to your left with a living room or large...
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Posted on 10/04/2020
604 Arthurstown Road, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 is now new to the market!
Beautiful 3 bedroom 2 bath Key West style home in the highly desirable community of Bahamas Beach. Tranquility, relaxation and calm are words that I would use to describe this perfect beach retreat. Just a short walk or bike ride to the beach and downtown Bethany, the boardwalk and many dining options . The Assawoman Canal is on your doorstep for kayaaking plus a boat ramp across the road giving access to the bay at one end and the Indian River Inlet at the other. The Assawoman canal path can be accessed from the community and will eventually boast a trail over 3 miles long. Enter this home through the enclosed front porch, perfect for...
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