Grateful Dead “Gentlemen, Start Your Engines”
Portland Homeowners: Start Your Engines…I mean, Projects!
Summertime is almost here (or at least Portlanders can hope and dream) and many people will be starting home improvement projects. Some may call it “Honey-Do” season. Whether they’re classified as maintenance, updating or energy saving, they should make homeownership more enjoyable and increase the value of your property!
Remodeling magazine’s 2010-11 Cost vs. Value Report suggests that some improvements are a better investment than others. Front door and garage door replacements are two of the easiest and return the greatest percentage of cost on resale.
Kitchen and bathroom updates transform an older home and instantly give visitors and buyers a fresh impression. Countertops and appliances can be expensive but yield great results. Painting the cabinets and replacing the hardware is much less expensive to change the look and feel of the rooms.
Energy efficiency enhancements can improve your enjoyment of the home and help save money on utility costs.
• Replace older appliances – refrigerators, ceiling fans, water heaters, air-conditioners
• Add insulation to keep your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter
• Seal air leaks around doors and windows; holes in attics and crawl spaces with caulk, spray foam or weather stripping
• Seal all heating and cooling system ducts
Looking through the eyes of a buyer could show you what features most date your home and could order the priority that you tackle the projects, especially if you are planning to sell any time soon.
Agent Profile
My job is service...service to you and your real estate transactions! How can you benefit from my 25 years of experience and expertise? What can I offer to make the process more productive?
* Current information on available housing...comparative and competitive market pricing and analysis
* Daily involvement in the local real estate marketplace.
* Thorough, comprehensive knowledge reflecting years of helping others complete their real estate business.
* Extensive network of professional resources to make the process as smooth as possible.
My commitment is to you! Being available to you...returning your calls...answering your questions...addressing your concerns...respecting your money...matching your timeline...meeting your expectations...helping accomplish your real estate goals!!
JANEESE JACKSON: 503-709-0802 or jj@janeesejackson.com

