SELL
Selling a home can be difficult.
Not because of location or comparative property values, but because the everyday functions of your life can be unpleasantly disrupted. Family, work and personal time can all be interrupted the second a realtor calls for a showing. The possibility that potential buyers will request to see your home at any given time can be nerve-racking.
This is why having someone to represent not just your financial interests but also your peace of mind is paramount in selling your home as stress-free as possible.
That’s where I come in…
Understanding and the ability to navigate the balance of life’s normalcy and the urgency of listing a home is a key characteristic of a good realtor. Even in circumstances such as contingent purchases, I offer you a calming voice with a variety of solutions—including ones that do not always benefit me. Establishing that level of trust allows me to assuage doubt and worry and gives you the confidence you need to place such a huge responsibility in my hands.
Seller’s agent services vary. Sometimes the full listing service is necessary and other times it’s not. But hiring a realtor is always a good idea and here’s why…
I am trained to ensure the sale proceeds as smoothly as possible. Preparing a home to sell by working through pre-listing repairs and staging are my specialties. Sometimes the potential buyer can be extremely demanding, but I am an experienced negotiator and this comes from being able to remove myself from the emotional aspects of the sale. I’ll take care of all the most difficult aspects of selling your home so you can focus on your regular life and next steps after your home sells.
DECIDING TO SELL
One of the first things to consider when selling your home is whether you have positive equity on your side. Some other questions you might ask yourself…
Do I have any lingering debt?
Can I afford to buy a bigger home that might better suit my needs?
Emotionally, am I ready to part with my home?
How well do I understand the market?
Answering these on your own might prove difficult. And that’s where I come in to help you determine the best time to sell your home.
Frequently Asked Questions...
+ When should I sell my home?
This is a great question. While many agents will tell you “right now,” it is easy to spot an agent who is giving advice based on their own needs. The truth is, this is a complicated answer...
There are benefits to selling in every season, though spring is undoubtedly the most popular time to sell your house. That doesn’t mean you can’t get great results during other seasons. But the best answer is to sell when you feel ready and it makes sense financially.
+ How do you price a home for sale?
The new trend is to use a fancy program that pulls information from massive databases comparing your home to get an idea on price. While this can be useful to get a general idea, it is not the only tool to price your home.
I manually pull comparables in a short radius and review the specifics on each sale in the last 30-90 days, sometimes longer. I also review what competition is available and will tour similar homes. I research comparables that have been on the market for more than 30 days and those that are pending - add and subtract for different features, square footage, etc., then put everything together. That give us the best price.
