Danielle Groeneweg

Danielle Groeneweg, Realtor®

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How Much Are Closing Costs?

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I get asked a lot, “How much does it cost to buy a home?”. The two main costs you will want to budget when purchasing a home is how much of a Down Payment your are going to have and how much your closing costs will be.

As always, it’s so important to talk openly with your lender & real estate agent to figure out the best options for you! This is just a informational piece to let you know what goes into closing costs. I always say, estimate about 3% for closing costs. If you don’t have the cash, your Real Estate agent can always submit it in the offer that the seller will cover a $ amount or % to help you out. You can also talk with your lender to see if there are different loan options for less of a down payment or down payment assistance program so that you can save your cash for closing.

Don’t let the cost SCARE you from purchasing a home. There are many options available! Curious what I can do for you? Please reach out! I would love to help answer any questions and see if it is the right time for you to purchase a home.

 

470 W Wiser Lake Rd

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470 W Wiser Lake Rd, Ferndale, WA 98248

$629,000

~Custom 1 story home in great location on picturesque shy acre w/Mt views! Fall in love w/every detail of this beautifully designed home & property, starting w/the large country covered wrap around porch, soaring vaulted ceilings, stone fireplace, gleaming hardwood flooring throughout & high-end custom kitchen! Master retreat is flooded w/sunlight, enjoys a cozy fireplace, spacious walk-in closet & full en-suite bath. Large shop, paved wrap driveway, gardens, built in bbq, so much to love!~

8219 Quinault Rd, Blaine

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Introducing 8219 Quinault Rd, Blaine, WA 98230

$399,000

~Presale**Beautiful brand new high quality modern craftsman on spacious lot in BBV! Ideal 1 story layout w/vaulted living room open to dining & kitchen. High end finishes & special attention to detail including gorgeous quartz counters & tile back splash, ss appls, fireplace w/raised hearth & tile, highly durable laminate wood flooring in living areas & hallway, too many to list! Large covered decks, fully landscaped, & HUGE driveway. Enjoy all BBV has to offer inc golfing, beach, pool, etc!~

** All pictures are of model home**

 

Staging Matters

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I just wanted to share a couple Before & After Pictures on one of my most recent listings! Staging is such an essential part to any listing. It doesn’t matter if it is lived in, gorgeous home or an empty brand new construction! Just by clearing off counters, making the space bright & inviting as well as using a professional photographer can make all the difference! This is a service I provide to all of my clients. As well as hiring a professional photographer for pictures. I also stay during the duration of pictures to make sure we are getting the best angles & features of the home. All of this comes FREE to my customers.

Let me know what you think of these Before & Afters!

Lynden Home & Garden Show 2018

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Make sure to stop by the Lynden Home & Garden Show this weekend! Stop by at any of the tasting booths for beer, wine or cider and you will greeted by an AMAZING Bellwether Agent! This will be our second year of serving. It is such a fun weekend for us to see lots of familiar faces. This year there will be even be LIVE music on Saturday night in the Garden Area.

 

See you there!

2386 Heather Dr, Ferndale

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2386 Heather Dr, Ferndale, WA 98248

$334,000

Perfect starter home in well established neighborhood in the heart of Ferndale! This one of a kind home is nestled among beautiful mature trees tucked back off the road creating a feeling of privacy while near all of Ferndale’s amenities. Enjoy the full 2 car garage plus huge driveway for lots of parking. Over 1,800 sq ft w/3 beds, 2 baths, and a huge bonus room offer ample space to spread out. Master bedroom boasts 3/4 ensuite bath and relaxing territorial views. Must see!

 

Open House~ Seahawks Cooler Giveaway!!

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Join me for a Open House & Meet the Builder of this BRAND NEW Home!

7354 Alma Court, Ferndale, WA 98248

Saturday February 17, 2018 from 1:00-3:00pm

 

Just by coming to the open house you will be entered to win a Seahawks cooler filled with drinks & other Seahawks  gear valued at $150. Everkept Construction will be present as well to answer any questions you have about the home or building process. Hope to see you there!! Feel free to call me with any questions or if you need directions. My number is 360-483-6490.

Olympics 2018

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The Winter Olympics are finally in full swing! How many diehard fans do we have? Any specific events you HAVE to watch? I am SO in awe at how young & talented some of our athletes are. It’s amazing what can be accomplished when you have the RIGHT mindset.

If you’re wondering when some of the events are here is the Full Schedule.

ENJOY! & GO Team USA!!

 

Samples of BAD MLS Pictures

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I ran across this article at Realtor.com that is showing some bad MLS Pictures that have been shared at Bad MLS Photos which is a Facebook group solely for Realtors & Photographers. You can access the full article here.

Honestly, some of this pictures are SO SHOCKING! Almost all buyers start their home search online which means the MLS pictures are the first impression buyers have about a home. I would be way too distracted by how TERRIBLE these pictures are to even want to take a look at the home.

As a Realtor, I want to offer the best services I can for my clients & help them get there home sold FAST & for TOP DOLLAR. That means hiring a professional, making sure the home is staged, clean & ready for pictures. Trust me, it makes a difference!! I have included some of the pictures below, let me know what ya think!

 

 

YES! Those were really used in the MLS to try and sell a home.

The article also went on to suggest a few tips for getting better pictures:

Reduce the clutter, close the toilet seat, get the junk out of the camera’s eye, make the bed.
Use the right hardware: tripod, wide-angle lens, and flash.
Carefully evaluate the lighting. It may require multiple trips to get the proper lighting based on the exterior light and the angle of the sun.
It’s OK to use photo editing software to highlight and correct lighting and color. Just don’t use it to misrepresent the home.
Be aware of seasonal changes. If you list your home with pics with snow on the ground, retake the photos when the snow disappears in spring.
Many times, the seller needs to list the property immediately and can’t get the house in proper shape for a few days. If you don’t have a lot of good photos when you first post the listing, go back and take additional photos as soon as possible afterward.

 

Price Reduced @ 7354 Alma Ct

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Price Reduced to $559,000

7354 Alma Ct Ferndale, WA 98230

One of a kind BRAND new home on huge lot w/room for shop. So many beautiful upgrades & high-end features throughout this 2,800 sq ft +/- home including quartz counters, gorgeous laminate wood flooring, huge sunny laundry/mud room, spacious kitchen & more. Kitchen boasts full wine bar w/fridge, eat-in island, ss apps, & butler pantry leading to formal dining. Master suite has vaulted ceilings, Baker view, & luxurious bath w/tiled shower & garden tub. AC & giant covered front porch finish it off!