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Choosing a REALTOR (Real Estate Professional
Agent):
The first step to sale your home
is choosing a Realtor.This Real Estate Professional Agent will charge
you a percentage (might be 3.5% and up) of the final sale price. As a
seller, your relationship with a REALTOR is vital ,so meet with several
before making a final decision. A good place to start is right in your
neighborhood. Check“FOR SALE” signs to see which REALTORS
are doing business in your area, ask them about their knowledge of neighborhood,selling
prices and other reasons why you should list with them? Choose a REALTOR
you feel comfortable with; one who will handle the sale of your home as
if it were his or her own.
What the Realtor
does?
Your REALTOR will help you understand
the selling process.He or she will provide you with a full explanation
of what to expect so you are not faced with any surprises along the way.
One of the first things your REALTOR will ask is,“ Why are you selling
your house?” Your REALTOR will also explore any time constraints
you may have, your financial situation and,any future plans.It’s
all part of getting to know you so the sale will be handled to your complete
satisfaction.
Pricing Your Home:
The single most important decision
you will make with your Real Estate Professional is determining the right
asking price for your property. Arriving at an accurate estimate of value
for your home is one of your REALTOR’s prime tasks.It involves analyzing
your home and comparing it to other, similar houses for sale or recently
sold in the neighborhood. Once you've achieved a realistic sales price,
you can count on your property being professionally marketed and promoted
to bring more buyers to your door. You can also expect to sell your home
for the best possible price in the lease amount of time. The Benefits
of Pricing Right, Your property sells faster, because it is exposed to
more qualified buyers. Your home doesn't lose its "marketability."
The closer to market value, the higher the offers. A well-priced property
can generate competing offers.
Open House:
Most sales representatives
will suggest a number of ways to market your home, however if your agent
has decided an open house would be advantageous, here are some suggestions
to help make your open house successful. Get rid of the clutter to maximize
your space. Have a garage sale, empty the closets and take the time to
give those things away to charity. Besides making your home look great
for showing, it'll give you less to do on moving day.
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