Blimp Town Properties

Want to add a wood stove to your house?

Who could blame you!

Nothing is cozier than keeping a fire burning inside a home.

BUT…

It’s not all dry wood and cozy cuddles.

Here are a few things to consider BEFORE putting a wood stove in your home…

Wood Supply — To use a wood stove to heat a home, a constant supply of dry wood is a necessity. Where will that come from and what is the cost? It’s good to do a bit of research before adding a wood stove to your home.

Wood Storage — Additionally, where will all of that wood be stored? Is there somewhere to store the wood that will keep it dry? It might be able to be stored outside as long as it’s covered with a tarp to keep it dry during the winter.

Costs — The cost to buy a wood stove is usually upwards of $3,000. And that doesn’t cover the cost of installation. So it’s important to make sure you can afford a wood stove that meets your standards, budget, and needs.

Risks — Wood stove is a very safe method for heating a home, but there are some risks involved to be aware of, such as carbon monoxide buildup from poor ventilation, creosote buildup, and chimney fires. Talk to an expert about all concerns.

Hope that helps!

If you want to sell your home fast for a fair cash price, give us a call at (330) 574-4640 and we’ll make you a cash offer!

Want to increase the value of your home WITHOUT breaking the bank?

At Blimp Town Properties, we’ve bought and sold real estate for a long time in Akron.

And if there’s one thing we’ve learned…

It’s that perception is everything.

Feel free to use the following low-cost strategies to make any home more appealing to potential buyers.

Fresh Paint — This is the cheapest and easiest way to improve the look of a home. A fresh coat of paint covers up scratches and scuffs and makes homes seem a little bit brighter.

Look For Small Things — When renovating on a budget, focus on fixing little things. It’s surprising how big a difference the details make; focus on things like leaky faucets, loose doorknobs, and dirty rooms.

Improve Lighting — Putting LED lights in a home will make the house feel brighter and warmer. This is a cheap and easy way to improve the appeal of a property.

Curb Appeal — How does the house look from the curb? The first impression is important during potential buyer viewings. Mow the lawn, w**d the yard, declutter the porch, and do whatever else you gotta do to impress people when they pull up.

Hope that helps!

If you want to sell your home fast for a fair cash price, give us a call at (330) 574-4640 and we’ll make you a cash offer!

Need to relocate for a job?

Then it’s probably a good idea to do some negotiating with your new employer to make the process as seamless and affordable as possible.

After all, they want to hire you… so they should be willing to help you move.

Here are things to consider negotiating…

Full-Service Moving — Getting your stuff to another state is probably going to be the most expensive part of moving. So it’s smart to ask the new employer for some financial assistance. Maybe even ask them to hire a moving company to help with the transition.

1-3 Months of Rent Paid— Getting settled in a brand-new city can take some time. And before buying a property, it’s a good idea to get a feel for different neighborhoods and areas. Asking the new employer for a few months of rent up front is completely reasonable.

Real Estate Agent Commissions & Selling Expenses — Another idea is to ask the employer to cover the cost of using a real estate agent to sell the property in the area you’re leaving, as well as closing and other costs associated with selling. They initiated the relocation, after all, in a world where remote work is possible. So this seems pretty reasonable.

Car Rental — Finally, consider asking the employer to pay for a car rental while you get settled in, or at least during the period of time before the movers arrive. This will help take the pressure off concerning transportation needs after arriving in the new city.

Hope that helps!

If you want to sell your house fast for cash, give us a call at (330) 574-4640. We can close in as little as two weeks and we’ll buy your house as-is!