RESOURCES FOR SELLERS
SELLERS!
If you’re thinking of selling your home in the next few months, or just want to know the value of your home, just give us a call, make an appointment and we will do a current market value (CMA) for you. There is no cost and no obligation.
SETTING THE PRICE!
In order to get the highest price in the shortest time, you need to know how to market your home. The better you market your home, the more offers you will get. And the more offers you get the more choices you have to get the price and terms you want.
Pricing right is the most important factor in marketing your home. It should reflect the market and the property’s worth.
Another important factor is the condition of your home. Your home should be ready to sell. Fix all defects. Consider upgrading, making cosmetic or major
repairs. Convince them why they should pay the price you have set. Always be realistic. And understand and set your price to reflect the current market situation.
GOOD FIRST IMPRESSION
You never have a second chance at first impressions.
What the buyer first sees is what they think of when they consider the asking price. Consider the following: Landscaping, Cleaning or Redoing the driveway, Painting, Carpeting.
PLAN OF ACTION
- Analyze why you are selling. It will help us negotiate and get what you want.
- Prepare the home for the buyer. Maximize the strengths of your property and
fix up its weaknesses.
- A good real estate agent will understand your needs – be loyal and honest with you and should negotiate to help you achieve your goals.
- Be prepared to negotiate. Our agent will learn and understand your buyer’s
situation so the transaction goes smoothly.
- We will make sure the contract is complete. Be honest with your disclosures.
Insist the buyers get a professional inspection. This will protect both of you.
CONSIDERING OFFERS
When reading a offer, keep in mind that you are out to get the best price AND the
best terms for you. If you focus solely on the prices, you may overlook terms that could be favorable to you as a buyer.
Some terms that may work in your favor:
- no inspection contingency
- higher-than-market-interest in a second mortgage for your home
- the buyer will pay for most of all the closing costs
- the buyer will take care of any repairs
- quick close-buyer is pre-approved and ready to close in a time that suits you
- all-cash deal
HOME INSPECTIONS
A professional home inspection can protect both you and the buyer. It allows both you and the buyer the opportunity to learn about the property’s defects.
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