What is an Option Period?

I always recommend an option period for Buyers. It is a basically a window of time to allow further exploration of a property to determine is purchase worthiness while removing it from the market. Take this opportunity to have the property inspected, do research, gather estimates for repairs, and more depending on the situation. Option periods are negotiable as far as how long and how much. It also protects your earnest money and it can be applied toward your down payment if you follow through with the purchase.

What are some affordable and manageable improvements that will quickly and dramatically change the exterior appearance of my home?

I strongly recommend shutters. Some modern shutters are made of vinyl and are easily installed. A house full of shutters will take only an afternoons' worth of work. Once painted to match, althought there are several colors available, they will not only make your windows pop off the walls but it give your home a whole new presence.
In conjuction with some landscaping improvements a home will take on a whole new appearance for far less than you would expect.

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Justin Gibson