Wednesday, August 25, 2021

Upgrades to Attract Millennial Buyers


Join Vikki this week as she shows some simple upgrades that can help you in every day life as well as, attract millennial buyers to your home when you are ready to sell.


Vikki Crossland and Brandi Cook

Meybohm Real Estate


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Monday, August 23, 2021

Homeownership Cycle and Inventory

 


An interesting homeownership cycle begins with a starter home and progresses to larger and smaller homes throughout a person's lifetime.  Within a few years after purchasing their initial home, they might move up to a little larger house.  The reasons could be that they simply want a larger home and can afford it, or their increased family size may be motivating the move.

While the children are small, they can probably get by with less space but as they grow and behave more like adults, even though they may not be, the need for more room becomes more pressing.  Depending on the size of the family, this will last some time and then, as they go off to college, enter the work force and find their own living space, the parents may find that they no longer need the larger home. 

In the interest of saving money or possibly convenience, they migrate from a larger home to a smaller home until they consider an assisted living facility or possibly, a nursing home.  Another alternative, many homeowners are electing is to move in with their children or other family members.  Some homeowners are even retro-fitting their homes with equipment and safety devices that will allow them to continue to live in their homes in old age.

According to the American Community Survey, a person in the United States can expect to move 11.7 times in their lifetime.  When that person is 18 years old, they can expect to move another 9.1 times and by age 45, they can expect another 2.7 moves in their lifetime.

One of the suspected reasons affecting the low housing inventory in America at this time is the group of homeowners who would move but are reluctant because the home will sell and with the shortage of homes, they may not be able to replace it with what they want.

The fact that builders have not kept up with the demand in the past twenty years has been a major contributor to the low inventory that housing is currently experiencing.  It is estimated that it will take two million new homes a year for the next decade to get caught up, assuming demand doesn't increase.

There are also other factors involved like the fact that since 2007, the owner's tenure in their home has more than doubled from five years to 10.6 years.  People are staying in their homes longer which means the homes are not coming on the market for sale.

Another consideration is that sellers with extremely low mortgage rates are reluctant to buy another house which would have to be financed at a higher rate than they are currently paying.

Regardless of where you are in the homeownership cycle, we can provide important information and experience that is essential to making a smooth move.  Having the facts reduces the risk of unexpected outcomes.




Thursday, August 19, 2021

Just Listed: 648 Parkside Drive Aiken, SC


Breathtaking Waterfront Views on .8 Acres


648 Parkside Drive

Located in The Retreat at Crystal Lake

4 bedrooms | 4 bathrooms | bonus room | 2,884 Sq. Ft

$429,900


Vikki Crossland and Brandi Cook

Meybohm Real Estate


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Wednesday, August 18, 2021

NEW LISTING: 199 Red Cedar Road Aiken, SC


Magnificent Home w/Spectacular Panoramic Fairway Views.

Located in The Reserve at Woodside
3 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms | 3,080 Sq. Ft | .57 Acre Lot | $589,900

Vikki Crossland and Brandi Cook
Meybohm Real Estate

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What Does Around a MILLION Dollars Get You in Aiken, SC?


Aiken South Carolina offers tremendous value in homes and an array of lifestyles to choose from. Stay tuned with Vikki Crossland of Meybohm Real Estate, your AikenHOMES connection, to learn about three different types of luxury lifestyles around a million dollars:

-Golf Community

-Out of Hustle & Bustle of City Life

-Downtown Historic Aiken


Vikki Crossland and Brandi Cook

Meybohm Real Estate


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Thursday, August 12, 2021

Mountain Biking & Hiking FATS (Fork Area Trail System) Clarks Hill, SC


Looking for some great local outdoor fun? FATS is the crown jewel of CSRA (Central Savannah River Area) trails. Join Vikki (and some special guests) this week as she shows you a little more of the scenic trails FATS has to offer mountain bikers and hikers alike. Vikki Crossland and Brandi Cook Meybohm Real Estate #thesearchisover #aikenhomesteam #meybohmrealestate #theplacetobe #FATS #csra #hiking #biking #outdoorsy #scenicroute #southcarolina #georgia #centralsavannahriverarea #letsgo #meetinthemiddle #trails #realestate #letusshowyouaround #yourhomeyourlifestyleyourteam

Tuesday, August 10, 2021

Southern Lifestyle- Aiken, South Carolina on 2.6+ Acres


Picture-perfect sunrise makes every day flawless at this exquisite farmhouse full of modern-day twists; including your own outdoor oasis in the premier community of Farmstead. Your search is over. 6059 High Meadow Loop 3 Bedrooms | 3.5 Bathrooms | 3,844 Sq. Ft. | Pool | 2.66 Acres $819,000 Vikki Crossland and Brandi Cook 803.645.8008 | info@aikenhomes.com

Thursday, August 5, 2021

Get the Real on Curb Appeal


Visualize multiple offers and a contract above asking price on your home... this week Vikki shares some tips on how to get those things using something we like to call curb appeal.... it's for real! Vikki Crossland and Brandi Cook Meybohm Real Estate #thesearchisover #aikenhomesteam #meybohmrealestate #theplacetobe #curbappeal #forreal #weeklyvideo #vikkiandbrandi #tipsandtrends #homeowners #sellers #buyers #heretohelp #visual #visualize #realestate #realtors #forsale #pressurewash #yardwork #teamworkmakesthedreamwork #sold #listingagents #buyersagents #yourhomeyourlifestyleyourteam

Wednesday, August 4, 2021

First Glance: 308 Beryl Drive Aiken, SC


Check it out! In less than 24 hours this well maintained  home with awesome flex space AND sunroom will be hitting the market! 
3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 1500+ Sq. Ft. 
$179,900 

Vikki Crossland and Brandi Cook
@meybohmrealestate

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