REALITY CHECK: Real Estate Commentary and Home Care tips from Meena Kikkeri

DISCLAIMER: PLEASE NOTE THAT A PROFESSIONAL IS THE BEST PERSON TO EVALUATE YOUR SPECIFIC SITUATION IN REAL ESTATE. THE INFO PROVIDED IS GENERAL AND NOT SPECIFIC.

On the positive side, Number of closed transactions increase in June due to the Federal home buyer incentive deadline for closing being end of June. Denver area home prices show an uptrend and lesser short sale homes compared to 09 this time.Kaiser planning to open new facility in Douglas county should bring more jobs converting to more real estate buyers.

Home care tips:
Lighting accounts for about 20% of the average household energy bill. Make sure your bulbs are energy efficient.

Check for any paint peeling on the exterior of your home and caulk it right away.

Check to see if deck needs staining.

Use organic compost to keep your garden colorful and productive

Check driveways for any cracks or chipping.

Use concrete caulk to seal basement slab floor cracks to avoid critters

Check and take action if there are signs of spiders or rodents

The article contributed by Meena Kikkeri, Broker Associate with Remax Alliance. Visit http://www.MeenaKikkeri.com for more details.