Once an offer is made, if you intend to accept the offer, or make a counter-offer, do it as soon as possible. Realize that at any time prior to accepting or countering, a buyer can withdraw their offer.

When you make changes to an offer, they require written approval of all parties for the contract to be enforceable. Know that even minor changes facilitate the opportunity for either the seller or buyer to change their mind.

Closing

To put it simply the last part of the home selling process is closing. It is the time between signing the purchase contract (once an agreement on price and terms has been reached) – and the day the deed is actually recorded transferring title. Once everything is signed, then escrow closes and your home is sold.
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Entry way

Clean and polish everything.
Make sure it’s well lit.
Make it clutter free.

Kitchens are under close scrutiny

Clean the exterior of all appliances, including the stove hood filter.
Clean counter tops and cabinet faces, the shiner, the better.
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Paint

when it comes to preparing a house, painting gives you the best return for money spent.

Flooring

at the very least, all carpeting needs to be steam cleaned. Any worn, stained or foul smelling carpet should be replaced. Any flooring that is cracked or damaged, should be replaced, if possible.

Clutter

If something is not necessary for your day-to-day life, box it up and store it or throw it out!

Closets

Closets need to be neat, clean, and organized.

Cleaning

the cleaner, the better. Dusting, washing, waxing, polishing everything will always make a good impression.

Lights

clean the fixtures and make sure the bulbs work.

Windows

replace any cracked windows.

It’s time to look differently and unemotionally at your home. Look at it no longer as your home, but as a product to be marketed. Be aware of what you can and cannot change about your home. This knowledge will allow you to concentrate on those items that will bring the highest rewards

First Impressions

The first thing a potential buyer sees is your home from the street. They call that first impression “curb appeal.” Take care to: (more…)

A Team Effort

The overwhelming majority of home sellers find it advantageous to team up with a Realtor. Rather than attempt to learn about selling a home, most home owners feel that it is better to entrust the sale of their biggest investment to a professional. There are a number of complexities of modern Real Estate transactions that should be considered, not to mention the access to MLS, advertising, marketing and screening which are available to assist the seller. Advice can be given on the condition of the market at the time you are considering selling. Your Realtor will also be able to give you a Competitive Market Analysis for your particular property, which will help you determine the value of your property.

Money Matters

Today’s buyer is well informed and price sensitive. A property that is priced over the market can often deter buyers who are serious about finding a property. If the property is under-priced, it most likely will sell quickly–to the detriment of your net proceeds. Care and research should be taken when establishing the original listing price.
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Simplify Your Experience

From preparing your home, to setting the price, and showing your house when it is on the market, a Realtor will simplify everything. Keep in mind the right agent is often the key to a successful real estate transaction. Our qualified professionals will guide you through the entire process.

Pricing Your Home

Correctly pricing your property is vital. Price your home too low and you’ll lose money; price it too high and buyers will shy away. Your Realtor will be able to give you a Competitive Market Analysis for your particular property, which will help you determine the value of your property as well as advice on the condition of the present market.

Promoting Your Property

When selling your home, you will want effective advertising and marketing. From descriptive, colorful ads to internet options, our Realtors are able to attract potential buyers. Promotional campaigns work best when the home is priced right, the home is properly prepared, and the market is a sellers market. Other factors that would limit the affect of promotional campaigns would also be the competition and the financing.

Prepare Wisely

Whatever work has been done up to this point to sell your home, will only have an effect when a buyer walks into your house for the first time. Never underestimate the affect of positive showing. There are numerous ways to prepare your home for a showing.

Most of the time you will be given at least a couple of hours notice before showing your property. Before you show your property add these small but important finishing touches. Your property will then be at it’s best!

Light and Bright

Having plenty of light within the house helps make it a home. At night have all the lights on and during the day open up the blinds. This will not only warm up the feel of your home, but also takes away hard shadows and other distractions for buyers.

Take a Walk

Many buyers feel as though they are intruding when the seller is present. Allow the realtor to show off your home and for the buyers to feel as though it was their own home. Perhaps run errands or take a walk while the buyers enjoy the home buying experience

The Scent of a Sale

Buyers are not only looking when they go to buy, you want to entice all their senses. One thing that people often forget is what home smells like. You may want to have a pot roast cooking while people roam through your home. Perhaps have cookies just out of the oven. If creating a mean with a sweet smell is too much work you can get away with heating a little vanilla in your oven before a buyer comes through your home.