Buy-Fix-Sell Properties wanted to remind our local Clients in Silicon Valley that the FREE California Home, Garden and Gourmet Show at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds is scheduled for this coming week. Compliments of COMCAST, it is free as is the parking and it provides you with an excellent place to start your research into home improvement and green living. We blogged yesterday about the annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas this coming week, but lets face it, this local show is and much easier to fit into your schedule.
Not only are they offering a chance to win a $150,000 home remodel, the Home, Garden and Gourmet show is sweetening the pot and the anticipation with a $8,500 bathroom remodel. Let’s face it that is just too good of a deal to pass by, free attendance and free parking, great information and a chance to win two prizes! We attend these shows on a regular basis to keep current on the industry innovations and offerings especially as they relate to green renovation products and services and will be there to walk the exhibit gather information and talk to the experts. As veterans of these shows we can offer this advice, know what you are looking for and head straight there. It is easy to get sidetracked and exhausted.
If you are free this weekend and starting your home remodeling research please check out information on the show and parking at www.worldclassshows.com, we will be there and hope to see you there as well. Our mission and motto is that information is the only sound basis and foundation for your remodel plan. Good Luck in the coming New Year.
Buy-Fix-Sell Properties Inc
Thursday, January 7, 2010
The January 2010 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is set to unveil the Whirlpool, Direct Energy home energy system.
Now that the holidays are over the real fun begins for those of us at Buy-Fix-Sell Properties. We are keenly interested in anything and everything about Green Technology, Energy Efficiency and Renovations that produce not only a functional and beautiful property, but a non-toxic, green and sustainable environment for our Clients and their families. January holds the greatest joy and excitement of the year for us as it is when the fusion of High and Green Technology – The Consumer Electronics Show is held and when we in the trades get a glimpse of the “State of the Art” in products and materials being developed for this market. For several years this show has been yet another reason for people in the building industry to flock to Las Vegas to get a look at the future of “Green Tech”.
The consumer market for energy efficient, green and sustainable products grows every year. From reducing energy cost to addressing our carbon footprint, there is a growing and well informed market for anything that supports a green lifestyle. Home Depot has recognized the market and other retail establishments are following suit.
Many of us in the trades depend on this and other trade shows to highlight new innovations and products that we can research and introduce to our customers whether it be for new construction or a remodel/renovation of a foreclosure. We do so to not only educate ourselves on the current innovations but to hopefully integrate some of them into our Clients renovation plans. One such innovation which caught our eye is a cooperative venture which includes “… network-aware appliances from Whirlpool, a two-way thermostat from Lennox, and a touch-screen central control point made by OpenPeak we thought we should share the link to a larger CES.CNET.COM post.
Buy-Fix-Sell Properties Inc.
The consumer market for energy efficient, green and sustainable products grows every year. From reducing energy cost to addressing our carbon footprint, there is a growing and well informed market for anything that supports a green lifestyle. Home Depot has recognized the market and other retail establishments are following suit.
Many of us in the trades depend on this and other trade shows to highlight new innovations and products that we can research and introduce to our customers whether it be for new construction or a remodel/renovation of a foreclosure. We do so to not only educate ourselves on the current innovations but to hopefully integrate some of them into our Clients renovation plans. One such innovation which caught our eye is a cooperative venture which includes “… network-aware appliances from Whirlpool, a two-way thermostat from Lennox, and a touch-screen central control point made by OpenPeak we thought we should share the link to a larger CES.CNET.COM post.
Buy-Fix-Sell Properties Inc.
Home Depot ahead of Lowes in consumer Eco Friendly building products and information
Home Depot Leads the Big Box Stores in the Eco-Wise, Non Toxic Renovation Movement.
We at Buy-Fix-Sell Properties have made it our mission for over 10 years to introduce our clients to the larger picture of a home renovation. Although not always popular we have sought to give our clients information on toxicity, internal air quality, eco-friendly, sustainable and green options to consider before they make their plans and finalize their budgets to renovate. Our task has not always been met with enthusiasm by the clients themselves. Understandably they start out being only interested in the bottom line – how much will the renovation cost?
BFS believes that for our Clients to know before they buy how much they will save on energy and how much less toxic their internal air quality and environment will be by making simple informed decisions, is our responsibility and we take it seriously. Our houses are more than just properties, they should and can be environments where we are able to nurture our children and families keep them safe and allow them to live healthy lives.
Thankfully the Green, Eco-Friendly, Sustainable and Non Toxic market niches have expanded so much that the big box stores, most notably Home Depot have decided to serve this growing consumer niche and we want to recognize and applaud their effort. As renovation project managers any resource we can utilize to introduce our clients to a full range of material options to choose from for their renovation projects whether it be an investor interested in turning a challenged foreclosure into a whole house flip, or a home owner renovating a few rooms in their house to become more energy efficient – information is key!
As renovation project mangers we applaud Home Depot on their forward thinking and ask Lowes to jump on the train, because it is leaving the station with a whole new generation of home owners and investors who want and demand the materials and tools to make informed decisions on issues of the true cost of a renovation project most notably pay back, energy efficiency, toxicity levels of paints and other commonly used small and large household renovation materials and products.
We at Buy-Fix-Sell Properties have made it our mission for over 10 years to introduce our clients to the larger picture of a home renovation. Although not always popular we have sought to give our clients information on toxicity, internal air quality, eco-friendly, sustainable and green options to consider before they make their plans and finalize their budgets to renovate. Our task has not always been met with enthusiasm by the clients themselves. Understandably they start out being only interested in the bottom line – how much will the renovation cost?
BFS believes that for our Clients to know before they buy how much they will save on energy and how much less toxic their internal air quality and environment will be by making simple informed decisions, is our responsibility and we take it seriously. Our houses are more than just properties, they should and can be environments where we are able to nurture our children and families keep them safe and allow them to live healthy lives.
Thankfully the Green, Eco-Friendly, Sustainable and Non Toxic market niches have expanded so much that the big box stores, most notably Home Depot have decided to serve this growing consumer niche and we want to recognize and applaud their effort. As renovation project managers any resource we can utilize to introduce our clients to a full range of material options to choose from for their renovation projects whether it be an investor interested in turning a challenged foreclosure into a whole house flip, or a home owner renovating a few rooms in their house to become more energy efficient – information is key!
As renovation project mangers we applaud Home Depot on their forward thinking and ask Lowes to jump on the train, because it is leaving the station with a whole new generation of home owners and investors who want and demand the materials and tools to make informed decisions on issues of the true cost of a renovation project most notably pay back, energy efficiency, toxicity levels of paints and other commonly used small and large household renovation materials and products.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
To many foreclosure/reo property shoppers, MOLD, is a four letter word.
Buyers and investors alike, regardless of their backgrounds are more often than not concerned at the mere mention of the word. When MOLD is found in a property a buyer is considering it is a big red flag. But should it be? Novice investors may be completely turned off to the property and quickly move to another, even though the next property may be in a less desirable location or be at a higher price. Buying properties which have issues should not be an emotional process – quite the contrary.
If the property inspection report indicates that Mold is present in the properties buyers are considering understandably there will be uncertainty as to what it will mean to successfully and safely renovate the property. As seasoned investors and renovators we hear both sides of the story. Mold Inspectors, tell us that all houses have some mold in them, that penicillin is a mold and that there are hundreds of thousands of molds. They may refer the buyer to a website to educate them. Often times they don’t show concern at all, because they understand the process and the procedure to remedy the situation and can remove themselves from fear.
Clients who are drawn to a property based on it’s great price and prime location are ready to renovate. They accept the need for a new kitchen or bathroom, carpets and paint those repairs come with the territory. Cosmetic fixes are expected, are reflected in the price of the property and can be handled easier than the uncertainties and fear related to the idea of “toxins” in the property they may live in with their families.
The presence of Mold in a property is one reason to employ BFS, our information based renovation system will take the guess work and the emotion out of the equation. Through our systematic approach to the full range of REO and Foreclosure renovation issues, our Clients can consider good properties in prime locations especially those which may scare away other buyers. We are not saying that there is no reason for concern, nor that the fixes will be cheap and easy but having good, dependable information in hand will leave the door wide open to our Clients. Obtaining professional evaluations and solid bids to address the issues of the Reo/Foreclosure properties is the key to buying the right property at the right price and prioritizing the work.
We are available for consultation, give us a call at 415-251-1377.
REO Renovations
All renovation projects require at minimum the same general skills,
* A well thought out design targeted to the intended use and market value
* Knowledge of where and how to obtain the best materials
* The ability to assemble competent team at rock bottom prices and;
* Competence in and knowledge of construction management and budgets.
Undertaking the renovation of an REO requires even more finely honed skills. These properties inevitably come with “challenges”. In order to do undertake a successful renovation, in a cost effective manner on time and within your budget, it is essential that one be experienced in undertaking difficult and challenging projects.
As experienced renovators we understand how to undertake a step by step process to not only accomplish the renovation but provide the new homeowner and the seasoned investor alike with certainty that they are making the right choices. We call it information based renovation and for those taking advantage of the current fire sale prices on foreclosed and reo properties our process provides vital, timely information from which to make decisions, set priorities and move forward..
As well as offering attractive prices, these properties come with issues, most likely beyond the capabilities of most novice buyers or new investors. It is only through the methodical process that we have developed over the course of the last 20 years and employ in each and everyone of our projects that these issues can be addressed and the properties turned into valuable homes and income flow rentals.
Call Buy-Fix-Sell Properties Inc at 415-251-1377. We can help take the guess work and stress out of the renovation process.
* A well thought out design targeted to the intended use and market value
* Knowledge of where and how to obtain the best materials
* The ability to assemble competent team at rock bottom prices and;
* Competence in and knowledge of construction management and budgets.
Undertaking the renovation of an REO requires even more finely honed skills. These properties inevitably come with “challenges”. In order to do undertake a successful renovation, in a cost effective manner on time and within your budget, it is essential that one be experienced in undertaking difficult and challenging projects.
As experienced renovators we understand how to undertake a step by step process to not only accomplish the renovation but provide the new homeowner and the seasoned investor alike with certainty that they are making the right choices. We call it information based renovation and for those taking advantage of the current fire sale prices on foreclosed and reo properties our process provides vital, timely information from which to make decisions, set priorities and move forward..
As well as offering attractive prices, these properties come with issues, most likely beyond the capabilities of most novice buyers or new investors. It is only through the methodical process that we have developed over the course of the last 20 years and employ in each and everyone of our projects that these issues can be addressed and the properties turned into valuable homes and income flow rentals.
Call Buy-Fix-Sell Properties Inc at 415-251-1377. We can help take the guess work and stress out of the renovation process.
Information Based Renovations on Foreclosure Properties will insure Profit.
Foreclosures are a fact of the U.S. housing market and while there is much discussion on the subject of how this happened everyone seems to agree on three things. The first, and most important fact, is that until the market absorbs the foreclosure properties with their “fire sale prices” the housing market cannot and will not stabilize. Two, bargain hunters and those left out of the housing boom are cashing in mainly because the other two facts that everyone seems to agree upon is that there is money to be made in the purchase of foreclosure properties and; three, that these properties will inevitably have ‘issues’ that the new owner must effectively address in order to have a valuable property for either rental or owner occupancy.
One seasoned investor we work with in the San Francisco Bay Area called this moment in history a “Giant Easter Egg Hunt” with bargains galore in every price range. But he also qualified his remark by adding that, after negotiating a good purchase price “The importance of getting, and understanding the property reports and acting upon them in a logical and focused manner during the renovation is vital to insuring that the property value is optimized”. We at Buy-Fix-Sell Properties agree wholeheartedly.
More than any single decision the owner or investor can make that will insure the present and future value of their foreclosure property purchase, is to first and foremost use available renovation funds to make the infrastructure sound, then address the cosmetics of the house, as funds allow. Our belief in this approach is so strong that we have developed a system that gives the owner the information and tools to design a renovation and maintenance plan for the property. As buyers we use this system and it works.
By utilizing the inspection reports and working with the buyer’s budget as well as their “wish list” we customize a plan for their property which meets all of their objectives at every phase of their property ownership. It is information based, calculated to get the most out of every dollar spent and is based on Return on Investment Strategies (ROIS). Our methodology is sound and leaves the decisions up to the owner, it empowers, it educates and most importantly the client never has to wonder if they did the right thing at the right price, because they are given the information to feel confident that they maximized every dollar spent. And as an added benefit they know what projects to plan for and what maintenance issues to expect.
If you have purchased a foreclosure property you need to contact Buy-Fix-Sellproperties Inc., it may just be the best phone call you ever make.
Call Buy-Fix-Sell Properties Inc at 415-251-1377.
One seasoned investor we work with in the San Francisco Bay Area called this moment in history a “Giant Easter Egg Hunt” with bargains galore in every price range. But he also qualified his remark by adding that, after negotiating a good purchase price “The importance of getting, and understanding the property reports and acting upon them in a logical and focused manner during the renovation is vital to insuring that the property value is optimized”. We at Buy-Fix-Sell Properties agree wholeheartedly.
More than any single decision the owner or investor can make that will insure the present and future value of their foreclosure property purchase, is to first and foremost use available renovation funds to make the infrastructure sound, then address the cosmetics of the house, as funds allow. Our belief in this approach is so strong that we have developed a system that gives the owner the information and tools to design a renovation and maintenance plan for the property. As buyers we use this system and it works.
By utilizing the inspection reports and working with the buyer’s budget as well as their “wish list” we customize a plan for their property which meets all of their objectives at every phase of their property ownership. It is information based, calculated to get the most out of every dollar spent and is based on Return on Investment Strategies (ROIS). Our methodology is sound and leaves the decisions up to the owner, it empowers, it educates and most importantly the client never has to wonder if they did the right thing at the right price, because they are given the information to feel confident that they maximized every dollar spent. And as an added benefit they know what projects to plan for and what maintenance issues to expect.
If you have purchased a foreclosure property you need to contact Buy-Fix-Sellproperties Inc., it may just be the best phone call you ever make.
Call Buy-Fix-Sell Properties Inc at 415-251-1377.
Foreclosure Renovations
What would you say if I told you that we have developed a system whereby the property owner can get what they really need and want done in their renovation, on their budget and within a reasonable timeframe. Most importantly they will have the knowledge and information to handle future repair and maintenance projects.
Our unique approach to renovations employs a system that empowers the property owners, it takes the mystery and uncertainty out of renovation and allows them to take control and act out of a solid body of information complete with priorities and cost/value factors. They never have to wonder if they did the right project at the right time and for the right price.
The foreclosure market has opened an enormous opportunity to own property, possibly create an immediate income stream and create wealth. But these properties often come with serious issues due to deferred maintenance or out and out neglect or vandalism. The next step, that is knowledge, about the property, the cost of repairs and who should be hired to handle them is probably the most important first step a Foreclosure buyer can take.
The road to a successful renovation for both a rental hold or eventual resale strategy is to have the knowledge on what should be done now for health and safely reasons and what can be put on a maintenance and repair schedule and most importantly ,what renovations yield the highest RETURN ON INESTMENT . Knowing what when and how much is key to successful renovation.
The key element in Who is Buy-Fix-Sell Properties, Inc.with headquarters in San Jose CA. We have done this many times, empowering our clients and giving them the confidence and hard facts to turn their foreclosure properties around regardless of the condition of the house or the market.
Call Buy-Fix-Sell Properties Inc at 415-251-1377.
Our unique approach to renovations employs a system that empowers the property owners, it takes the mystery and uncertainty out of renovation and allows them to take control and act out of a solid body of information complete with priorities and cost/value factors. They never have to wonder if they did the right project at the right time and for the right price.
The foreclosure market has opened an enormous opportunity to own property, possibly create an immediate income stream and create wealth. But these properties often come with serious issues due to deferred maintenance or out and out neglect or vandalism. The next step, that is knowledge, about the property, the cost of repairs and who should be hired to handle them is probably the most important first step a Foreclosure buyer can take.
The road to a successful renovation for both a rental hold or eventual resale strategy is to have the knowledge on what should be done now for health and safely reasons and what can be put on a maintenance and repair schedule and most importantly ,what renovations yield the highest RETURN ON INESTMENT . Knowing what when and how much is key to successful renovation.
The key element in Who is Buy-Fix-Sell Properties, Inc.with headquarters in San Jose CA. We have done this many times, empowering our clients and giving them the confidence and hard facts to turn their foreclosure properties around regardless of the condition of the house or the market.
Call Buy-Fix-Sell Properties Inc at 415-251-1377.
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