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Should I
sell my own home?
So you're considering selling your home yourself.
That's a tough decision. You want to save money, yet you're unsure about what
you need to do to get the optimal results.
As a "realtor" for your home, you will be
faced with a multitude of decisions ranging from pricing your home to sell to
contract negotiations. How you manage these issues can be the difference between
success and failure.
Here are some helpful hints - recommended by the folks
at A/Real Estate Connection - to help sell your home. This information is not
all-inclusive and does not replace the expertise provided by a realtor.
Are You Priced to Sell?
Determine your
home's market value - the highest price a ready, willing and able buyer will
pay.
Consider the cost
of financing and its availability.
Remember that a
"For Sale By Owner" home typically attracts bargain hunters who may
expect you to lower your price since they too are looking to save on
commissions.
Advertise - Let Prospects Know You're Ready to Sell
Set a budget and
stick to it.
Put up a
professional-looking sign that prospective buyers can see from the street
(check local ordinances to make sure that this is permitted).
Place classified
ads in your neighborhood and city newspapers.
Talk to people you
know at professional organizations, church groups and work, spreading the word
about your home.
Preparing Your Home to Sell
Make sure your
home is clean and organized. Keep your lawn cut and closets well organized.
Keep your home in
repair. Fix loose doorknobs, stuck windows, warped cabinet doors and leaky
faucets.
Create a friendly
atmosphere with fresh flowers, a drop of vanilla on a light bulb to add
fragrance, lots of sunlight, a fire in the fireplace in winter and open
windows weather permitting.
Tips For Showing Your Home
Always make
appointments with prospects before showing your home.
Try to screen the
"buyers" from the "lookers". Often "For Sale By
Owner" signs mean "Curiosity Seekers Welcome".
Pre-qualify your
potential buyers to ensure that they can afford to buy your home.
Negotiate - Be Informed and Prepared
Try to resolve
buyer doubts, keep interest high and speed your sale to conclusion.
Once an offer is
made, agree on the price and terms, respond to objections and try to be open
to your buyers concerns.
Draw Up the Contract
Have an attorney
or qualified person preside over the agreement.
Set the closing
date and time.
Include a list of
those items you want written into the contract including personal property to
remain with the home.
REMEMBER: as the
seller you are obligated by law to disclose any material defects regarding
your property to the purchaser.
When You Want Proven Results...
A Realtor Can Make Selling Your Home a Lot
Easier!
As you can see, effectively selling your home is a
difficult and demanding job, requiring your full attention 24 hours a day -
seven days a week.
That's why homeowners, like yourself, take advantage
of the specialized services provided by A/Real Estate Connection. A/Real Estate
Connection can get you the highest possible price for your property and reduce
unnecessary expenses through professional guidance and advice. A/Real Estate
Connection can help you sell your home faster and for the best price because
they:
Can set the price
of your home realistically by conducting a Comparative Market Analysis that
will support the price with research, facts and statistics.
Are well-versed in
alternative financing and can help relieve the buyer's financing concerns and
help expedite the sale of your home.
Are able to act as
a third-party negotiator between you and the buyer, making sure the selling
price and buying price are a win for both parties.
Can screen
prospects so you don't have to expose your family to any stranger who knocks
at your door; they can make sure the prospect is qualified and not just a
"looker".
Your home is your most valuable possession. Can you
afford to leave the sale of such an important asset to chance?
Homeowners and homebuyers each year trust A/Real
Estate Connection to help them buy and sell. A/Real Estate Connection are
dedicated professionals!
When only the
best will do - consult A/Real Estate Connection
today!
Source:
Residential Sales Council
A/Real
Estate Connection
Margie Edgar-Sanford · Owner/Broker
409.787.4536 ·
mesanford@sabinenet.com
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