Getting your Home Ready to Sell
Getting Your House Ready to Sell When getting your home ready to sell, you need to look at your house in a new way. Think of your house as a product about to go on the market where it is probably competing with brand new housing. It needs to show well – which means clutter-free and well kept. Today’s homebuyers lead busy lives and may not be interested in taking on major repairs or improvements upon moving in. You need to make your house a “10”. This document will help you spot what is right and what is not so good about your "product". It will give...
Read MoreThere's more to Selling than putting a "For Sale" sign in your front yard!
THERE’S MORE TO SELLING YOUR HOME THAN A “FOR SALE” SIGN IN YOUR FRONT YARD! Even if a simple sign in your yard did produce a buyer knocking on your door, how will you handle the following questions? “How does your home compare to others like it on the market?” “How did you determine the fair market value of this property?” “What about financing? Can you help?” “If I make an offer, who will draw up the paperwork?” “Why aren’t you using a Realtor? Is there something wrong with the property?” “Since you...
Read MoreUnderstanding the Buyer
UNDERSTANDING THE BUYER As the seller, you can control three factors that will affect the sale of your home: The home’s condition Asking price Marketing strategy However, it’s important to note that there are numerous other factors that influence a buyer, and you need to understand these consumer trends when you enter the sellers’ market. The more your home matches these qualifications, the more competitive it will be in the marketplace. Your real estate agent can advise you on how to best position and market your home to overcome any perceived...
Read MorePracticing good Seller's etiquette
PRACTICING GOOD SELLER’S ETIQUETTE Let’s face it: When your house goes on the market, you’re not only opening the door to prospective buyers, but also sometimes to unknown vendors and naïve or unqualified buyers. As with any business transaction, there is an expected protocol to how sellers, buyers and their respective agents interact. Should you find yourself in a sticky situation, alert your agent so he or she can address and remedy the problem. The aggressive agent When your agent puts your house on the market, typically all promotional materials state clearly that your...
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Owen has lived in the Comox Valley for over 30 years. He loves the Comox Valley, and the people who live here! His strong negotiating skills and great personality make him the right choice for your real estate needs. 