<!--First 10 details in the format [DetailType]:[Detail] next detail-->Address: 3412 Blaze Drive Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Suite: No Living Area: 3,002 square feet Year Built: 2007 More Details
<!--Description-->
Description
<!--First 500 words of description-->Pristine, almost new, home located in Blackman Farms less than two miles to I24! When you walk into the front door of this home you will be amazed. This home is packed with the "wow" factor - from the soothing designer paint pallette to the stunning cherry hardwood floors. The open floorplan provides two living areas on the main level plus a massive bonus room on the second floor.
The combination foyer, living room, and dining room give new meaning to the word versatility. This space can be used as a formal dining room and elegant living room, or can easily be adapted to a more casual gathering room. From formal to casual, this pristine home can fit any buyer's needs! The upgraded cherry hardwood floors are found throughout the foyer, dining room, living room, hallway, kitchen, and breakfast area. The continuous rich wood flooring makes this open design feel even larger.
When you walk into the kitchen, you will think you are inside a model home! Stunning upgraded cherry cabinetry, cherry hardwood floors, sleek stainless appliances, and solid surface countertops are all found in this space. There is even a large pantry in this cook's kitchen. Best of all, it connects to the heart room/family room which ensures that the cook will never miss out on the conversation and activity taking place while they are preparing the food. The family room is large, yet inviting, with a cozy corner fireplace. There is a nice powder bath located in the hallway off of this space which really comes in handy when entertaining guests.
Downstairs you will find the master bedroom and adjoining master bath with garden tub and seperate shower. The master bath has double vanities faux tile floors. The master closet is huge and is sure to provides lots of storage space for clothes, shoes, and accessories.
In addition to the bonus room, upstairs are three more huge bedrooms and another full bath! This home is so well planned and sure to please!
For more information, please visit my websites:
SoldonTN.com
It seems to me that in a soft market we have an even greater responsiblity to our clients who entrust us to not just list their homes, but to SELL their homes. While no one can guarantee how fast, or how much a home will sell for, there is so much that we as qualified Realtors can do in order to secure the quickest sale for the highest sale price. The real estate market in Murfreesboro TN is definitely soft right now. Nothing dramatic like you hear on the news every night, but definitely not a seller's market by any means! Homes are selling...but they need to be in top condition, priced right, and MARKETED effecively.
It seems that recently I have been overwhelemed with the numbers of agents who either "just don't get it" when it comes to properly marketing a home, or are just not interested in working hard to sell their listings. What happened to true customer service? Gone are the days of taking a listing and posting it in the MLS and expecting it to sell! It never ceases to amaze me when I see new listings that come on the hot sheets with NO pictures and will ultimately have one picture of the outside posted by the MLS service. Another pet peeve of mine are the listings that have pictures posted, but they are such poor quality that they actually make the home look worse and discourage buyers from calling instead of encouraging buyers to call. We can post 10 digital images on our MLS system. Why would any agent have a listing posted without taking advantage of uploading 10 images? And how about listings that have been on the market a while but the agent doesn't bother to update the pictures? Nothing like seeing Christmas lights on houses or snow in the yard when looking for homes online in the spring and summer!
The market here is competitive and we as Realtors owe it to our clients to do everything possible to make their listings shine. With the technology available today, there is so much that we can do above and beyond simply listing their home in the MLS. Regardless of list price, all of my listings get the following service as a minimum marketing approach:
QUALITY images posted on the MLS with the maximum number of 10 posted
Digital photo library with as many as 40 photographs posted on personal websites
Virtual tours - TWO created for each listing
Individual webpage created for each home with extensive details provided
Detailed property brochures created in PDF format that can easily be emailed
Posted as a Showcase listing on Realtor.com with 20 images
Posted on three personal websites and published to multiple public sites
Solar lighted For Sale Signs
Assistance with staging and getting their home show ready
I also do the standard print media advertising, postcards, Open Houses, flyers, and will be adding call capture ability. I think I have an extensive marketing plan for my listings. But, I think anything less would be doing a disservice to my clients in this market. The market is soft and we have to be aggressive to get our listings in front of buyers and make them interested enough that they call to make an appointment to view the home.
I'm always looking for that little extra edge in marketing my listings and am open to adding new items to my standard marketing plan. Being a great listing agent requires a lot of time and money to be invested in my business. It costs money to properly market my listings...that is why i get paid a commission! Part of that commission is ear marked to go back into my business for marketing! I'm confident that I work hard for my clients and earn every dime of commission that they will pay at closing. A home listed and marketed effectively will ultimately net the seller MORE than if they went for sale by owner, or listed with a self-service firm, or an agent who doesn't take internet marketing seriously. I truly believe that it is my job to protect my clients best interest, and that starts long before an offer is ever received. It really begins with a carefully planned marketing program that is designed to net them the most money at closing!
Prime piece of real estate in LaVergne TN available for sale at a bargain price! This home has been completely painted from top to bottom, had the carpets professionally cleaned, and the entire home is squeeky clean! All this home needs now is a new owner - is that YOU?
Great split foyer floorplan provides two spacious living areas. As you enter through the front door, you will arrive in the large family room with vaulted ceilings and paladium windows. This room feel even ore spacious that it measures because of the ceiling height and natural light that comes through the windows. Adjoining this space is a large kitchen with neutral countertops and white cabinetry. The smooth top range is just another feature that is not always found in this price range home! The breakfast room is the perfet place to sip your morning coffee as you look out into the large backyard from this room. The backdeck, located off the breakfast room, has been well maintained and is freshly sealed. Got a grill? This home that deck to accomodate it!
Down a half flight of stairs is a wonderful recreational or bonus room with a gas fireplace and real wood blinds. This room is so cozy it may become your favorite place to relax and get away from it all after a long day at work. This room is easy to heat and cool and always feels cozy and quiet! A convenient half bath and laundry room are also located on this level adjoining the rec room. Watch TV and get your laundry done at the same time!
The upper level features a huge Master Bedroom with cathedral ceilings, paladium windows, a spacious private master bath with garden tub, double vanities, and THREE closets! There are also two additional bedrooms on this level along with another full bath! This is a three bedroom, 2.5 bath home. This home is a real bargain in real estate in Murfreesboro TN, Smyrna, or LaVergne. This is a lot of house for the money!
Last but not least, is a water softner system installed on the entire home that is worth thousands$$$.
Fresh Paint
Professionally Cleaned Carpets
Water Softner System
Two Living Areas
Family Room with Fireplace
Master with Double Vanities, Garden Tub and THREE Closets
What are you waiting for?! Call Sherri Wellborn and The Wellborn Group at 615-566-3789 today!
It is so hard to find real estate in Murfreesboro TN, or LaVergne TN with these features and for this price! Mint condition and priced to sell fast!
Looking for a great piece of Real Estate in Murfreesboro TN? Check out this great new listings! This home is a hidden treasure in the Blackman area of West Murfreesboro. Located in Deerfield Stables off of John Rice Blvd, this home is just minutes to I24 at Medical Center Parkway and shopping at The Avenue! This quality all brick home has a brand new 30 year 3-dimensional roof and sits on a fenced half acre lot with mature trees! You will be able to relax or entertain in style in this spacious backyard paradise. The large storage barn located in the back adds even more appeal to this great bargain in Murfreesboro TN Real Estate!
Walk through the welcoming front door and be prepared to be impresseed! The spacious family room features soaring cathedral ceilings, chair rail molding, and a large brick corner fireplace with wood mantle and gas logs. This is certainly not just another room! The adjoining kitchen is large and filled with natural sunlight with windows that overlook the shaded backyard. The cozy breakfast room is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee or serve a family dinner.
Down the hallway is a full bath that has been completely renovated and includes a stunning walk-in tile shower, cherry furniture grade cabinetry, granite countertops, updated lighting, and pewter hardward. This bathroom looks like something out of Better Homes and Garden magazine! The master bedroom also features soaring cathedral ceilings as well as the adjoining master bath suite! Rarely do you find a master bathroom with tall ceilings! The large garden tub even has a window above that lets light into this large space.
The hobby enthusiast will love the heated oversized two car rear entry garage with built-in cabinetry. Homes and real estate in Murfreesboro TN like this jewel rarely come on the market. This home is sure to sell quickly so call today to schedule your private showing! For additional pictures or to view a virtual tour, pleasea visit http://www.RealEstateinMurfreesboroTN.com or www.SoldonTN.com! For your private showing, contact Sherri Wellborn, with The Wellborn Group, Keller Williams Relaty, 615-566-3789 today!
Charming cape cod in Poplar Creek just minutes to Nashville! This home has been completely repainted in warm neutral tones, has new faux tile flooring, and was professionally cleaned. All it needs now is YOU!
Nice half acre fenced lot is perfect for a small garden, keeping pets and children safe, or just providing a little privacy for you. The large storage barn will make a great workshop, or just a great space to store your stuff!
All appliances remain in this large and efficient kitchen with a pantry! You will love having the utility room and half bath conveniently located just off the kitchen. The master suite is also located on the first floor and has its own private bath with walk in closet.
The spacious family room is full of natural light and has a charming heavy wood staircase leading up to the second level. Here you will find two more bedrooms, each with double closets, and another full bath. Also on the second floor is a great hobby room that would be perfect for workout equipment, collector items, or scrapbooking!
Real estate in LaVergne like this is very hard to find! If you have been searching for a new home with a little land and a place to spread out and maybe have a little garden, then this is it! Call today before this one gets away!
It's a beautiful Saturday and the plan is to show homes to a client relocating here from Memphis that has sold their home. They need to close on a new home within a month. These are serious buyers ready to write an offer! So...what's the problem? The problem is that it can be frustrating, time-consuming, and impossible to simply get into SEE some of the homes that look like they would be strong possibilities for this client! Here is a small portion of what I experienced this morning while trying to map out our schedule and plan our day.
Step one, I attempted to make an appointment for the first listing. It meets all the "wish list" items of the buyer and even says the seller is highly motivated. Perfect match! I call the appointment number listed on the MLS and it goes to a female's voice mail. Nothing about business, nothing that indicates this is a real estate agent, and no instructions on what to do if I am calling about making an appointment. Well that's certainly not what I was expecting to hear when I dialed the "appointment number" on the MLS sheet! Step two, called the office number. After hitting several buttons to be transferred to the correct extension, I spoke with an individual who told me I would need to speak with the listing agent. He went on to say that the listing agent generally works long hours during the week and doesn't always turn his cell phone on early on Saturday. It was actually 9:30 a.m. which is not early to me! He told me to keep trying or leave a message and the listing agent would eventually call me back whenever he turned his phone on. He said all appointments with their company had to be made directly through the listing agent. Step three, called the listing agent, and as expected, he did not answer. Left a voice mail on his cell phone as instructed. He ultimately did call back and told me that he was NOT the listing agent and I needed to call the lady whose listing it was. Her number was...the original number I dialed that had been listed in the MLS as the appointment phone number! I informed him that she had listed HIM as the listing agent (he didn't know why) and that I had already tried to call that number and she was not available. Guess what, she works long hours and doesn't always have her phone turned on early on the weekends but should call me back within a few hours if I leave a message. WHAT! Step four, called the "listing agent" (aka appointment center) back and, as expected, she did not answer. Left a message telling her I was trying to make an appointment to show her listing. (The MLS sheet says very motivated sellers, MUST SELL!) What a disservice to these clients. They desperately NEED to sell their home and an agent with a motivated buyer can't get inside to show their home!
Moving on to the next listing, the MLS sheet says all appointments must be made through the listing agent. The appointment number is the same as the listing agent's cell number. (At least this time I knew I would need to get in touch with the agent and not make four different phone calls!) I dial the number and...get her voice mail! I simply leave a message that we will be in the area later in the day and would like to show her listing if possible.
Moving on to the third listing, WooHoo! This listing is with a firm that actually sets the appointments through their office, AND their office is OPEN! I tell the receptionist that I would like to show this listing and request a time slot. We are looking at four homes in this portion of the county, and then heading into the city to view a lot more homes throughout the day. I am told that this home is an "appointment required" and she will need to call me back.
Moved on to the next few listings and THANKFULLY, all of the listings were made through appointment centers that were open, and they were all approved and were set up as courtesy calls. Finally, we have a plan!
I then start grouping the homes to view in the city and began trying to make appointments for these homes. Again, I run into an office that wasn't open, and an agent that wasn't available. This time I just marked this home off the list. About that time I receive a call back from the appointment desk regarding the listing that was an "appointment required." She states that the seller says it just isn't convenient for them to show their home at the requested time slot. Their home was not show ready and they really wanted to sleep in! They had been out of town and just weren't ready. By this time it was after 10:00 a.m. on a Saturday! I told the receptionist that we had several other homes in the area to view. After that we would be leaving the area and would not have time to drive all the way back to their community just to view their home. If they didn't want to make it available then we would simply not view it. I'm not trying to be difficult, but when you've got 20 homes to show spread miles apart through two cities and a large county, you simply can't go back and forth all day long!
We ultimately viewed a lot of wonderful homes and actually found four that they will pick their final selection from. However, what a shame that there were other homes that did not get selected...possibly because we simply couldn't SEE them!
Some rules of real estate are just so simple. One of those rules is if you want to SELL your home you have to SHOW your home. Realtors, you absolutely must make your listings EASY to show. And sellers, as inconvenient as it is...you absolutely must make your home EASY to show. Break this rule and watch the number of days the home is on the market keep growing!
I recently received an email that initially started off like a normal internet lead. It was your typical - I live in your town and know of your name as a realtor, my parents are selling my childhood home, I have a house, I want to buy that house, yadayadayada. As my mind raced ahead of the words, I thought it was leadiang to a potential listing appointment. NOT!
This was an email, which I perceived as being very sincere, from an individual who had a strong desire to purchase his childhood home in another state, but also had no desire to sell his existing home located here. He needed to earn $135,000 in 90 days in order to purchase his childhood home. He had heard that real estate was the best place to make money! He isn't a licensed agent, doesn't want to be a licensed agent, but is very "internet savvy." His email was to inquire what he could do for me, or to work for another Realtor, that would result in him receiving part of the commission, and earning this amount of money.
Wow! I must make a LOT of money if I can afford to pay my unlicensed employees $135,000 in 90 days which adds up to $540,000 a year! I read and reread his email and had no doubt that this was not a prank. He attached his name, phone number, and included all his business info. Yes, he owns his own internet driven business. I have no doubt that he is internet savvy and could possibly be of benefit to Realtors needing some assistance. But, I was just completely flabbergasted by his belief that this type of income was not only possible, but he believed probable.
Since I believe most emails are worthy of a response, I replied. I took the time to explain to him that first of all, he could not receive "commission" unless he was licensed. Then I explained how licensed buyer's agents and listing agents are paid. I even went into detail about unlicensed assistants and the type of work that he could provide to Realtors. Unfortunately, I also explained to him that very few real estate agents make that type of income for themselves...let alone their assistants! I told him about commissions and how every dollar didn't remain with the agent. I went over taxes, advertising, overhead, and just how darn hard it was to get business in a competitive market! I closed with saying I could not hire him or offer him any advise on how he could make that type of income in real estate in the next 90 days. However, I did offer to list his current home if he did decide to place it on the market.
He responded with a polite thank you and appreciated me taking the time to explain this to him. He stated that he had no idea how the commission thing worked or that you had to be licensed to received commissions. Again, I do believe he was very sincere in his initial request and in his reply. I guess it made me realize, once again, just how mislead so many people are when it comes to exactly what we do, how we do it, and how much we make. I suppose when some people hear that you are a multi-million dollar producer that to them that means you earn a multi-million dollar income! So, if anyone out there is in need of an unlicensed, internet savvy assistant and are willing to pay a starting salary of $135,000 for the first 90 days, please let me know!
Isn't that what makes this job so great! You never know what the next email wil be! Happy Selling to all my fellow multi-millionaire wage earners!
Real estate transactions are not all the same. There are always cases where a buyer really needs (or wants) to buy a specific home. If that is the case, they buyers should always present an offer that is very enticing to the seller. However, some buyers approach home buying more as an investor than a home buyer. When working with these clients, I am usually faced with the challenge of writing an offer that is not considered offensive by the seller, and also one that will be seriously considered by the seller.
Since most sellers think their homes is the next best thing to sliced bread, that can be a real problem. Successfully writing and negotiating a "low ball" offer is actually a fine art! Granted, there will always be offers that are just plain rejected, and sellers that won't make it past the words "no deal" no matter what your approach. But if you are a buyer, or investor, and time is on your hands during the house hunt, homes can be purchased below market value and used as great investment vehicles.
The absolute best time to submit a low offer is in a slow housing market. The real estate bubble is deflating, or has completely burst, in some parts of the country. That makes negotiating low ball offers much easier in some parts of the country. But, in the Murfreesboro, Brentwood and Nashville Tennessee area, our housing market has remained solid and we have not experienced the huge rise and quick fall of housing prices. This makes negotiating a low offer on a home more difficult. However, sellers here realize that there is a lot of competition in the current market for homes. They do not want to lose a buyer who has an interest in their home and realize that some buyers are hesitant to purchase homes in what some people feel is a soft market. That will at least open the door to submitting a low offer. If you are considering purchasing a home, or an investment property, and want to implement a "low ball" technique, there are a few things that will make your offer successful.
Remember EUC! Emotions Under Control! Try your best to keep all emotions out of the transaction. This is much easier for a true investment property buyer. For homeowners that will be buying a house as their own home often bring emotions into the deal. There is absolutely no room for emotions when you are trying to negotiate a deal with a low ball offer! Think of the property as a house, house, house, and not a home!
What's The House Worth? Now that you have your emotions in check and have found a home you are interested in, pull the comparables for similar homes to see how the home is priced. If the home is already priced competitively, you will have a harder time negotiating an extremely low offer. I always find it amusing when someone tells me they know someone who bought a house for $10,000 below asking price and really got a steal...when the comps show that the home was actually priced $15,000 over market to start with! The buyer truly paid $5,000 too much! This is where working with a knowledgeable and qualified realtor that you trust is crucial!! You can't negotiate a good deal, or even submit a "low offer" until you now what the true market value for the home should be!
How Long Has The Home Been Listed? Check to see how long the home has been on the market. Don't make the mistake of simply looking at the days on the market on the MLS sheet! I see this happen all the time! Make sure that your Realtor has done a complete and thorough search of the MLS to see if the home has been expired, withdrawn, or listed with various realtors. What was the original list price of the home? Has it been reduced? If the history shows the home has been on the market for 265 days with no price reduction that is a big red flag you that probably have a seller who is not interested in negotiating the price! If the home has been reduced multiple times and the home is already under market, the seller may already be at their rock bottom price.
What Does The Seller Owe? Determine that the seller owes on the home and how much they will need to net from the home in order to sell it. If it is a distress sale, the seller may simply be willing to accept an offer that will allow them to close and walk away, even if they do not make a profit. However, most sellers are not willing to sell at a loss, and some are not capable of selling at a loss simply because they would not have the cash to bring to closing. In these sad situations a foreclosure would take place before the seller could accept an extremely low offer. Motivated sellers who have lived in a home for a long period of time and have established equity, and who truly NEED to sell, are the best candidates for a low ball offer.
Why is the seller moving? Determine if there is a need for a quick sale or if they are simply wanting to move. Do you see the wording "bring all offers, motivated seller, need quick close" in the advertising materials? There is a big difference in needing to move and wanting to move. Has the seller been relocated, is there a pending divorce, are there financial reasons for the sell, have they already closed on a second home and have two house payments? This information is not always known, but if it is, it certainly helps in the negotiating process. If the seller falls in the "want to" move category instead of the "need to" move category you will be best served to move on to another home when hoping to negotiating a low offer!
What needs to be done? Determine what changes will truly NEED to be made to the home to bring it up to par. Be realistic, but thorough. Will you need to replace carpeting, repaint, renovate out dated cabinets and bathrooms, repair plumbing, roofing, or electrical items, does the HVAC work property? All of these items should have an attached value or depreciation amount. Make a list of all of the items and the estimated cost to replace or repair these items. This can be submitted with your offer so that the seller can at least see where you are coming from with your low offer.
Be prepared for negotiations! That means have your absolute top dollar in mind, but don't start off with that amount in your first offer. Occasionally a take it or leave it offer will work. Especially if the home can be closed quickly and with cash funds. But most offers will need to be negotiated and may go back and forth between buyer and seller several times. Be prepared to be patient and negotiate!
Think of Alternatives to Money! There are many items, other than the price, that can be negotiated. Closing dates can mean "cash" to the seller if it saves them from paying additional interest on house notes and equity lines. Buying a home "as is" puts the burden or repairs, and their expense, on the buyer. This can be critical to sellers who are short on cash or time to make necessary repairs. Date of possession can be priceless to some sellers. If they are moving into another home that will not be ready to a specific period of time and you can allow them to remain in the home, it can be worth a LOT of money to the seller to prevent them from moving twice. Perhaps they are an older homeowner that needs the extra time after closing to vacate the home, or maybe they are a family with children that needs additional time in the home in order to finish up schooling or sports. Time is money in closing dates and possession dates!
Be Respectful! This may sound crazy since you are trying your best to buy a home below market and point out all the negatives to the homeowner. But, if you work with a professional Realtor and keep emotions at bay, your offer should be presented in a respectful manner. Keep in mind that ALL sellers think their home is worth more than the buyers do. You should be considerate and present your offer in the best way possible. If possible, attach a letter to the seller thanking them for allowing you to view their home. This can go a long way with keeping the communication lines open with the seller! State that you are aware of their list price but would like to respectfully submit an offer of "x" amount of money because of the following reasons. List that the kitchen remodel will require at least $40,000, or a new roof is estimated at $14,000, or the market comps simply do not support their asking price, etc. List all of the repairs and estimated costs in writing for the seller. Remember that your time and labor to make the repairs is also worth money! When offers are presented in a professional way and negatives are addressed in a business like manner with facts and figures attached, it takes the emotion out of the offer.
Hopefully, the seller will see your offer as a business proposal and respect the time and effort you put into making the offer. It helps them see how you got from price A to price B and make them more willing to negotiate. When a "low ball" offer is just thrown in their lap it can often be offensive to the seller and those offers are quite often just rejected. The goal is to open the lines of communication and start the negotiating process. Low ball offers are certainly not the norm for your average real estate buyer and are not always accepted. However, if you are a home buyer that falls into this category, these tips may help lead your next "low ball" offer to a successfully closed sale!
For more information on real estate in the Murfreesboro TN, Brentwood TN, and Nashville Tennessee area, please visit http://www.soldontn.com/ or contact Sherri Wellborn at 615-566-3789.
I work with a lot of clients relocating to the Middle Tennessee area from out of state. This can be quite overwhelming if the client has no idea where they want to live. Quite often, they simply know they want to be within so many minutes or miles of Nashville. I recently read a post from an individual on another forum who was stressed over trying to decide whether to live in Pleasant View, TN or Brentwood TN. She was trying to make her decision based on the "house" that she could purchase in Pleasant View compared to Brentwood. I had to respond to her cry for help and hopefully will save her a lot of unnecessary stress.
Middle Tennessee is a huge area! I suppose I am a little unusual in that, as a Realtor, I work five different counties. Since I have grown up here and have family all over, I am very comfortable working numerous cities and communities. I have also had four children who have attended public schools in four different school systems. Again, first hand knowledge is priceless! As someone who has lived in numerous communities, it is very apparent to me that there is a huge difference in locations and lifestyle in each city. I grew up a country girl in the rural community of Joelton, TN. However, I must admit that it would be very hard to move back to such a community after living in Brentwood and Murfreesboro, TN. My children love visiting the country, but their lifestyle would prevent us from moving to a city such as Pleasant View or Joelton. If we were to relocate, I would need to take into consideration the lifestyle that my family now enjoys and place that above and beyond the house that we could purchase in various locations. A house becomes a home because of the family inside. I would never recommend moving to a city simply because there was a great house there!
If a family starts out searching "Middle Tennessee" for a 3 bedroom home priced between $200,000 and $250,000 they will quickly be overwhelmed with options and possibilities. When relocation clients contact me about moving to Middle Tennessee, I start out by recommending that they first decide on a city or community in which to live. Sometimes they already know that they want to live in a specific city. But most often, they are clueless as to which community around Middle TN fits them best. Trying to compare houses between Brentwood TN and Pleasant View TN is like comparing apples to oranges! On the flip side, trying to compare the city of Brentwood TN to Pleasant View, Tennessee is comparing Wal-Mart to Saks Fifth Avenue. The lifestyle provided by these two cities is completely different. Neither community is "better" than the other. But, each community will be a better fit for a specific family looking for a specific lifestyle. The family that enjoys the bustling lifestyle of Brentwood TN would probably not be happy with the laid back and rural atmosphere of Pleasant View. It is been my experience that families are never happy when they settle on a city because of a house. Relocating can be a lot less stressful if individuals will follow a few simple steps in their move and keep their lifestyle in the fore front at all times!
First, if time allows you should always plan a trip to simply visit the area and spend time in the various cities and communities. Contact a local realtor and request a tour of their city. Hopefully, you will be able to find a Realtor who will service more than one location to make your life even easier! Don't even attempt to find a house on this trip. Focus on the community and the lifestyle that each community offers. Think about your hobbies, recreational activities, sports and other activities that you and/or your children participate in. Are these activities something that you WANT to give up, or do you really NEED to keep these activities in your life? Are you the type that likes to stop by a Starbucks for a quick cup of coffee and see a movie at the last minute? If so, then a great house located in Pleasant View may not make you happy in the long run. I believe that buying a home in a community that provides the best lifstyle for your family is the absolute most important factor in purchasing a home. Your move will be much easier on the entire family if the activities they are currently involved, and the lifestyle they currently enjoy, are continued in the new city. While there will always be changes made in a relocation, they do not necessarily have to be life altering!
Second, once you have narrowed down a city or community, consider which part of that city fits your lifestyle the best. For instance, in North Murfreesboro there is a wonderful new multi-million dollar soccer complex. Everything from recreational league to adult competition leagues play at this complex. If you have a child, or perhaps even you, are interested in soccer, it might be prudent to purchase a home on the north side of town. If not, you may be faced with a 20-30 minute commute to cross traffic during rush hour if you buy on the south side of town! This rule applies to attending church, school zones, dance, commute time to the office, and all other aspects of your life. Which portion of town will provide you with the BEST lifestyle for your family.
Now that you have selected the city, and area of that city that you want to live in, you are finally ready to start your house hunt. The number of available homes that fall within your search criteria should be very manageable at this point. It is much less stressful to consider all the available homes in a specific area compared to all the available homes in an entire region. You already have your community selected, you simply need to select your home.
Relocating can be stressful, but if you will keep these three simply tips in mind it will make your move much easier. Just remember to:
1. Work with a local and knowledgeable Realtor
2. Select your community first
3. Select your home last!
Hopefully keeping these tips in mind will make your next move much easier! If you are considering moving to the Middle Tennessee area, please feel free to contact me at 615-566-3789 or visit my website at http://www.SoldonTN.com. I'd love to help make your next relocation a pleasant one!
Real estate in Murfreesboro TN is slightly off. We are far from being in a housing bubble, but most agree that our current market is a little slow. Some homeowners who had thought about selling their home have decided to wait until the market picks up. But for others, selling their home may not be an option. Sometimes, homes are sold due to death, loss of employment, relocation, divorce, family matters, or financial problems. In thsee cases, homes must be sold regardless of the market condition. So, what should you do if you are a seller in a slow market that simply must sell their home?
1. Contact a qualified Realtor! Never try to sell your home by owner; especially if you have an urgent need to sell. Not only do homes listed with a Realtor sell more quickly than FSBO homes, but they also sell for more money...a LOT more money! According to NAR, homes sold through a Realtor in 2006, sold on average for 32% more then homes sold by owner. That more than makes up for the real estate commission paid by the sellers! The other huge mistake I see made by FSBOs is not recognizing the importance of language and terminology used in writing up the Purchase and Sale Agreement. Leaving out, or adding the wrong verbage to a paragraph can literally mean thousands of dollars to the buyer and/or seller. It is so important to work with a qualified Realtor who you trust, anytime you want to buy or sell a home!
2. Check out the competition! Make sure that you, and/or your realtor have previewed the homes that you will be competing against. Try to walk through these homes and view them through the eyes of a buyer. How does your home compare? Are there things you need to change or improve before listing your home? Do you have an older home competing against newer construction? Have you considered that in your sales prices? Make sure you are prepared to battle for the buyers through both price and condition of your home!
3. Make It Too Good To Pass Up! Consider offering incentives that the buyer just can't walk away from. Make your house really stand out by offering as many incenstives are your net line will allow! Who doesn't like a good deal? Buyers certainly do! Offering things like a home warranty, closing costs, title insurance, leaving existing appliances like a refrigerator or washer/dryer are all important incentives to a buyer. A one year home warranty can be added for the buyer at a cost of only $390. This can be priceless when competing against other existing homes, and is especially important if you are surrounded by new construction. Many buyers today are cash poor! Offering to pay their closing costs can make the difference between buying your home or purchasing another new home where the builder has already factored this into his sales price. As long as you walk away from closing with your desired "net" from the sale, it doesn't really matter who pays for closing! Refrigerators and washer/dryer appliances can be huge to couples moving from another area. While in this area they are considered personal property and do not necessarily convey with the home, they can be a huge incentive to buyers considering your home or a very similar home down the street!
4. Make It Move In Condition! Few people live in pristine, mint condition homes all the time. But when selling your home, it needs to be as close to perfect as you can possibly get it! Buyers are turned off by wear and tear, dirt and grime, and yucky smells. Make your home compete with new construction, or stand head and shoulders above existing homes by making it literally shine! If you are not an expert housekeeper, or don't have time to really deep clean your home, I strongly advise hiring a professional to do this for you. It will be money well spent! You don't want to lose a buyer simply because your house wasn't clean and fresh!
5. Don't Be Greedy! Set a fair and realistic price for your home. The market has cooled off, and as a result sellers really need to be realistic with the value of their home. Don't depend on inflated home prices that are often quoted on sites such as Zillow.com. Perhaps last year a home very similar to yours sold for "X" amount of money. That doesn't necessarily mean in today's market that you will get this same amount. Consult with a Realtor that you trust to give you helpful and honest information on the CURRENT market analysis for your area. Overpricing a home will only keep your house on the market for an extended period of time, and also net you less money at closing. Buyers are looking for a deal! They are well aware of what other homes in your area have sold for and will simply low ball houses that are overpriced.
If you are moving up in home value, you should remember that you will also be negotiating on the purchase of your new home. As a buyer you will be looking for the same incentives, plus more, that you will be offering as a seller! With a little preparation and a lot of research by a reputable Realtor, you can sell your home successfully...even in a down market! If you are thinking of buying or selling a home in the Middle Tennessee area, please contact me at 615-566-3789 or visit my websites at www.SoldonTN.com and www.SherriWellborn.com. I'd love to put my marketing plan into action for you!
Information on real estate, mortages, news and local events for the entire Middle TN area. Special emphasis on the job and housing market for Brentwood and Franklin, TN in Williamson County, and Murfreesboro, Smyrna, Rockvale, and Lascassas, TN in Rutherford County. Also serving Wilson, Davidson, Sumner, and Robertson Counties.
Disclaimer: ActiveRain Corp. does not necessarily endorse the real estate agents, loan officers and brokers listed on this site. These real estate profiles, blogs and blog entries are provided here as a courtesy to our visitors to help them make an informed decision when buying or selling a house. ActiveRain Corp. takes no responsibility for the content in these profiles, that are written by the members of this community.
k about your hobbies, recreational activities, sports and other activities that you and/or your children participate in. Are these activities something that you WANT to give up, or do you really NEED to keep these activities in your life? Are you the type that likes to stop by a Starbucks for a quick cup of coffee and see a movie at the last minute? If so, then a great house located in Pleasant View may not make you happy in the long run. I believe that buying a home in a community that provides the best lifstyle for your family is the absolute most important factor in purchasing a home. Your move will be much easier on the entire family if the activities they are currently involved, and the lifestyle they currently enjoy, are continued in the new city. While there will always be changes made in a relocation, they do not necessarily have to be life altering! 
;)
;)
