In the high end market many sellers are cautious and specifically ask that no "For Sale" sign be placed on the property. Their concerns primarily include:
- security: some people see a for sale sign as an open invitation to trespass and walk around the property, especially if the property appears unoccupied
- privacy: they don't want the neighbors and passers-by to know and fuel speculations as to the motivations for selling
Beyond the sign itself, a rider may be inappropriate. Such as:
- "Price Reduced": sends the message that the seller and the agent overpriced the property and the price may still be unrealistic and may come down more if the buyer waits. This may also signal desperation and invite lowball offers
- "Must Sell": screams of desperation and will surely attract sharks.
- "Priced to Sell" or "Will not Last": looks silly when the property is sitting for months on the market...
I always discuss with the sellers the appropriateness of a sign and how much information may be disclosed on my custom signs. In most cases, a simple and elegant sign with agent info is all that is needed.
Some communities prohibit signs or restrict them in size and appearance.
Ben Giordano, MBA, MILHM, CDPE, REOS, Realtor
Waterfront Specialist
Selling the Best Waterfront Homes and Condos from Palm Beach to South Beach
Ocean, Intracoastal, and Canal Homes and Condos in the Following Coastal Cities: Palm Beach, Manalapan, Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Boca Raton, Deerfield Beach, Lighthouse Point, Hillsboro Beach, Pompano Beach, Lauderdale by the Sea, Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Hallandale Beach, Golden Beach, Sunny Isles Beach, Bal Harbour, Surfside, Miami Beach, and South Beach.
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