Many of my sellers have decided to make a few improvements once they reviewed the SOLD prices of comparable homes that had done some painting/staging vs. those that had done nothing. It is has been quite significant to see net sale prices in the greater Boston area are often $30,000-$50,000 more for just $1000-2000 … (3 comments)
selling in franklin ma: Home Prices Up 8% in Franklin, MA--Is Your House One of Them?
- 07/10/14 05:19 AM
The Franklin, MA real estate market has surely been an active one this spring 2014! Bidding wars, low interest rates and very limited inventory of homes in the greater Boston and Franklin, MA area have been the norm. The current sales … (0 comments)
Maybe the million dollar home doesn’t exactly fit into this scenario but homes priced between $200,000-500,000 definitely do! This greater Boston area is still experiencing a severe home shortage so well-cared for, well-priced homes are going fast. A … (0 comments)
selling in franklin ma: Biggest Boston Area Home Seller Mistakes
- 02/26/14 06:18 AM
Recently 1,000s of Realtors from across the country weighed in on the "Biggest Seller Mistakes". Here are some of the most common ones in the Boston area. Just remember that the goal for the Seller and the Listing agent is the same--to sell for the best price in the shortest amount of time.
Overpricing. Many times sellers base their pricing on how much they paid for or invested in their home. This can be an expensive mistake. If your home is not priced competitively, buyers will reject it in favor of other larger homes for the same price. At … (0 comments)
selling in franklin ma: Another Happy Seller in Franklin Massachusetts
- 12/04/13 10:10 PM
Another Happy Seller in Franklin Massachusetts! We closed yesterday on this great neighborhood home at 215 Dailey Drive, Franklin and my seller could not be happier. He had purchased the home back in July 2011 for $337,000 which was a great deal at the time. I was his buyer agent. Life went on and this fall he found he needed to move out of the area--which two years ago was not AT ALL in the grand plan. We listed the home for $359,900 and it went under contract within a few weeks. We closed yesterday with a selling price of … (0 comments)
selling in franklin ma: Four Keys to Selling a Franklin MA Home in Today's Market
- 05/05/11 07:44 AM
Home sales and prices are still dropping around the country as huge inventories of foreclosures and short sales continue to weigh on many markets. So how can traditional sellers stand out in a crowded real estate marketplace? CNNMoney.com recently highlighted several keys to getting a home sold in a tough real estate market. 1. Cut your price by a lot. Buyers nowadays want to feel they are getting a "steal," real estate experts say. But some sellers may be tempted to list a property above fair market value just to test out the market and see if they can get a … (1 comments)
1. Have a home inspection Be proactive by arranging for a pre-sale home inspection. For $250 to $400, an inspector will warn you about troubles that could make potential buyers balk. Make repairs before putting your home on the market. In some states, you may have to disclose what the inspection turns up. 2. Get replacement estimates If your home inspection uncovers necessary repairs you can't fund, get estimates for the work. The … (2 comments)
selling in franklin ma: Selling Your Home During the Winter Months
- 11/02/10 04:32 AM
A fellow Massachusetts Realtor, Catherine, explains why listing now can be in a Franklin, MA sellers' best interest. A great explanation of what happens during the winter vs. spring real estate market...
Selling Your Home During the Winter Months
Here in New England we are blessed with 4 seasons and we're coming up on winter. Whether you're a REALTOR or the average person, I'm sure you've heard this statement "I'm going to take my house off the market because no one is looking to buy during the winter." Or, how about this? "I'm going to wait until spring to put my … (1 comments)
selling in franklin ma: Avoid the Ten Most Common Mistakes Franklin MA Sellers Make
- 08/09/10 05:10 AM
Serious about selling your Franklin, Massachusetts home? Before you sign anything, read about these common mistakes that home sellers make: 1. Pricing Too High: It's no secret, price is everything. Overpricing does more to discourage buyers than any other single factor. When you overprice, you put your home in competition with homes that may be newer, larger or have more amenities than yours. You help your competition sell their home. This leads to long days on the market, and costs you, the seller, money in the long run. Make sure you get your pricing advice from a professional agent who knows … (0 comments)
selling in franklin ma: How to Sell Then Buy in Franklin, Massachusetts & Still Obtain Your Dream Home
- 08/05/10 04:29 AM
What is a Franklin, Massachusetts seller to do? I know some sellers that find one then another "perfect" home online but have not put their current home on the market yet. One couple has had their hopes dashed far too many times because no seller will accept their offer knowing they have not even put their home up for sale yet! Years ago, before the banking crisis, sellers would utilize bridge loans to make the jump from one home to another but that was then. Now no one would expect a seller to take out a bridge loan. There is an easier … (0 comments)
selling in franklin ma: Forget Location, It's All About Price Now!
- 04/23/10 06:43 AM
You have heard "location, location, location?" Well, in the Franklin Massachusetts and greater Boston area it is all about price now. Most every home will sell if the price is right according to recent sales and fair market value. A few recent examples stand out for me that illustrate how significant price really is. Two homes were listed in a desirable Franklin, MA neighborhood during the past year. The recent sales data indicated that both properties, being well-maintained homes on level lots, were worth between $399,000 and $410,000. Home A: listed at $399,000 received 5 offers within the first few days … (3 comments)
selling in franklin ma: Seven Steps to the Best Deal When Selling Your Franklin MA Home
- 04/12/10 04:58 AM
Knowing and using these 7 essential, yet simple steps is crucial to achieving the best deal possible - whether you decide to sell your Massachusetts home yourself or hire a professional real estate agent to help you. Understanding the "Total Market" concept of positioning your home to attract the greatest number of buyers. Using the "Total Market" concept to accurately appraise the value of your home. (The standard CMA is simply not enough!) Pricing Your Home to Appear lower than market value, yet actually asking for more than market value (This one crucial step will get buyers and agents flocking to … (0 comments)
Real estate rants and advice on the Franklin, Massachusetts and the metro west of Boston area. Stop by often because you never know what resources or tidbits you might find!
Realtors understand that many Franklin, MA sellers need to sell in a hurry but at least be sure to consider making a few improvements before deciding to "sell as-is".
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