Whether you’re putting your home on the market this year or in the next five years, it is a smart decision to start building your home’s resale value now. Here… Read more ⇢

A common question for prospective Santa Cruz County  home sellers is “How can I increase my home’s value or get a higher selling price?” In our earlier articles on this… Read more ⇢

A common question sellers ask is “What can I do to get the maximum selling price on my Santa Cruz home?” Since each home and every market is different, I, as… Read more ⇢

When preparing to sell their Santa Cruz home, a common question pops up. Homeowners want to know what they can do to get the maximum selling price on their Aptos, Capitola… Read more ⇢

Current Conditions – Santa Cruz Condominium/Townhouse Conditions March 27, 2015 There are currently 8 active listings with an average list price of $615,583 ranging from about $240,000 to $1,495,000 There are… Read more ⇢

Often, homeowners make changes and upgrades to their Aptos home without securing a permit. In some cases, permits are not required, but in many cases they are. When you attempt to sell… Read more ⇢

Often, homeowners try to “test the market” with a higher than fair-market price when first listing their Aptos home. That can be a poor marketing strategy. When your agent tries to… Read more ⇢

Your Santa Cruz home is newly on the market and you want to have an open house, but you don’t know how to show it best in the shorter autumn… Read more ⇢

When getting your Santa Cruz home ready to sell, spending some elbow grease cleaning can save you some money and make your home more attractive to buyers. Here are a few… Read more ⇢

In the midst of all the summer activities, there are a few things you should add to your to-do list to keep you and your family safe in your Capitola home. Read more ⇢

When you’re in a hurry to sell in Aptos, you need top dollar, try some of these tips: Have Hyko evaluate your Aptos home. As a real estate professional, Hyko knows… Read more ⇢

As one of the most difficult decisions in real estate marketing, the idea of selling “as-is” (without making any repairs, renovations, or upgrades) appeals to Santa Cruz homeowners needing to sell… Read more ⇢

You’ve decided to make your Santa Cruz home as ecologically sustainable as possible. You’ve changed out the toilets for low-flow versions and added insulation, installed bamboo flooring, energy-efficient windows and natural… Read more ⇢

What Is My Home Worth? If you’re considering selling now that the housing market outlook is improving, take a few moments to consider how Aptos buyers… Read more ⇢

Sometimes the idea of getting your Capitola home ready to sell can seem daunting, and you might be tempted to sell it “as is” instead. Adding a little curb appeal,… Read more ⇢