Tuesday, June 11 2013 5:10 PM EDT2013-06-11 21:10:07 GMT
Counterfeit postal money orders have been floating around the area lately. Scammers are luring people in by saying consumers can make thousands by being a secret shopper.More >>
Counterfeit postal money orders have been floating around the area lately. Scammers are luring people in by saying consumers can make thousands by being a secret shopper.More >>
Thursday, June 6 2013 2:53 PM EDT2013-06-06 18:53:21 GMT
If you're the kind of person who always pays your plastic on time, some credit card issuers think you deserve a reward. It's one way companies try to lure you in, but should you take the bait? More >>
If you're the kind of person who always pays your plastic on time, some credit card issuers think you deserve a reward. It's just one way companies try to lure you in, but should you take the bait? More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:25 AM EDT2013-05-23 14:25:12 GMT
Based on an inspection done by an independant auto technician contracted by WTOL, some repair shops missed necessary repairs altogether, while others recommended unnecessary fixes.More >>
Based on an inspection done by an independant auto technician contracted by WTOL, some repair shops missed necessary repairs altogether, while others recommended unnecessary fixes.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 11:08 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:08:08 GMT
The Maumee river offers beautiful scenery, wildlife and a history of excellent fishing. Catfish, smallmouth bass and of course walleye. But could the river be on the brink of an invasion?Have you seenMore >>
The Maumee river offers beautiful scenery, wildlife and a history of excellent fishing. Catfish, smallmouth bass and of course walleye. But could the river be on the brink of an invasion?Have you seenMore >>
(Toledo News Now) - There's good news about home sales this fall. Sales are starting to rebound, and prices are moving up in most markets, after a five-year fall.
If you're thinking of putting your house on the market after the new year, you may want to know some secret words to make it sell faster.
Words that make homes move fast
The Wall Street Journal says the words in your advertisement can mean the difference between a quick sale and a long winter.
The best terms to sell a home fast:
"Move-in condition." The Journal says those homes sell 12 percent faster.
"Great starter home," which implies affordable. Many people are looking for a starter home.
"Three-car garage." Buyers, especially men, love three-car garages.
"Gourmet kitchen" and "granite countertops" also move homes quickly. Just don't call an average kitchen gourmet, or buyers will think you are lying about more features of the house.
Words that can kill a sale
From the "doesn't that stink?" file come words that hurt your home's chances of selling.
The Wall Street Journal says "motivated seller" is not a good term; It hints at problems with the home or the seller.
"Cute" and "charming" imply tiny rooms.
Also bad is "needs some TLC," which suggests the place looks like a Halloween haunted house. If the ad states that description, there's a good chance it needs a lot of TLC, not just "some."
Finally, timing is just as important as how your ad is worded. Most home sales take place between April and July, though realtors say if you don't want a lot of competition, put it on the market during the holiday season, especially if it is in move-in condition.
All content © Copyright 2000 - 2013 WorldNow and Toledo News Now, a Raycom Media Station. 
