The Bad Side of Zillow



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There are advantages and disadvantages to Zillow, one of the most popular real estate databases online. While buyers obtain useful information about local listings, sellers can receive inaccurate home evaluations. In Northern Idaho, Zillow’s data is incorrect and skewed.



Idaho is a nondisclosure state. The state classifies certain real estate information, such as the property value, private. Meanwhile, Zillow combines tax records with prices already on the market to determine a value estimate. Many listings, however, can be overpriced. Unfortunately, this inaccurate information can hurt you when you're selling.

If you’re interested in finding out the true value of your home, we can do that for you! Give us a call or shoot us an email at any time for the real estate assistance you deserve.

Three Tips for Today's Sellers



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Today, I've got three short and simple tips for home sellers in our area:


  1. Reduce clutter in your house. Make sure everything you don’t need is in storage. For instance, family trinkets or photos should already be packed away in preparation to move.
  2. Clean your house. In professional photos, this makes a huge difference. Prospective buyers appreciate your time dedicated to cleaning, especially during open houses and tours.
  3. Brighten up your house. Install brighter lights. Clean the windows to maximize your home’s natural light. This allows buyers to picture themselves living in your home.

If you have any questions on how to stage your home, please reach out to us!