The phone rings and the lady tells me "no one will list my home as they say it is too messy". I list and sell Bank Owned homes, messy does not scare me. I headed over to this Manchester NH area home. Looking back it was listed for a year and went unsold. I arrived and the exterior was over grown, but not filled with debris. The owner came out to meet me, she was older, frail but in good spirits. She was full of stories and loved to make people laugh. We went inside and i was pleasantly surprised. It was not messy, was not even dirty, but it was filled with "stuff". 
It was a large home, had a newer kitchen, newer bath, new roof, new windows and new furnace. Everything a buyer would want. She lived there for 50 years and had 5 years worth of belongings.
She is moving in with her daughter who has her inlaw apartment completed and ready for her. The path to selling had to include her daughter, A couple f days later the daughter met me. She was over joyed with my ideas for marketing and preparing the home for sale.
She asked me how the home could be listed for a year with a big time agent and not once that agent ever spoke to her or came up with 1 of my many ideas? Easy... that is the difference between personal service and an agent who lists anything but is happy only selling a percentage of those homes.
In the end we agreed the mom would move into her home now. They could then empty the home of all this "stuff". They are selling enough antiques to fund the grand daughters college education. My handy man trimmed all the bushes for $30 and an hour of his time. As they continue moving, the gleaming hardwood floors began to show themselves. The painter is ready to go when they are. The mom loves her new home and loves being close to her daughter and grand kids. The daughter is happy the the mom is happy.
THE BOTTOM LINE is that there is a Right way and a Wrong to buy or sell a home. This is an example of the wrong way. One persons mess was anothers whole life. The other agent did not like the home and did not put forth any effort.
The HARD TRUTH is that the BEST way to be prepared to buy or sell a home is by hiring a "GOOD" Agent. One that will guide you through each step of the Buying or Selling process. To the consumers who were successful, they found the secret which I would like to share with you. Free advice can be worth what you paid for it, so when you are ready, do it right.
If you read all the way to hear, i hope you like my series of "catchy titles" They are meant to grab your attention and let Buyers and Sellers know how to avoid such pitfalls by simply hiring a better agent. One that will work with them throughout the buying and selling process.
THE TOP TIPS TO FIND A "GREAT" REAL ESTATE AGENT
1. LEARN THIS ONE FACT: One should know that All Agents are not created equal and every buyer or seller should take the time to hire the BEST not just the biggest Agent or Company. It is important to Hire the BEST Agent. In NH that could be me.
2. CHOOSE THE RIGHT AGENT: As a Buyer OR Seller in this market you need every advantage you can to get your home sold. It starts with choosing the right agent. a. Ask for a Full time agent whose sole job is to sell homes. b. Ask for a Full service agent who will guide you through each step of the selling process. Discount brokers often equal discount services. c. Ask for a Local agent who knows your neighborhood and is readily available when you need them is a must. Out of town agents can leave you high and dry in your time of need. d. Ask for a well experienced Listing Agent can give you the advantages you need when selling your home. Not all agents are created equal. Choose only the best.
3. HOME BUYERS SHOULD START BY: Getting a FREE PRE-QUALIFICATION with a local and trusted lender. They will look at your credit and financial picture and let you know what type of mortgage you may qualify for and what your interest rate and monthly payment may be.
4. HOME SELLERS SHOULD START BY: Getting a FREE MARKET ANALYSIS. Learn what your property is worth in today's market along with how ling it may take to sell. If you are ready to sell now, learn what you should ask for it. How much offers may come in at and what the approximate selling price should be. NH Home owners should contact me now.
IN SUMMARY the key to having a successful purchase or sale can increase simply choosing a better agent. The secret is that All Agents are not created equal and every buyer or seller should take the time to hire the BEST not just the biggest. I leave you with now infamous philosophy, which is simple, to provide more personal and professional service to guide my clients through each step of the buying or selling process.
It does not take magic to turn your "For Sale" sign into a "Sold" sign. it takes a full time Local Agent who specializes in Listing homes like yours.
If you are thinking of buying a Home please contact us. Get a free pre-qualification along with some of the BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE through each step of the Buying Prices.
WE STRIVE TO PROVIDE THE BEST POSSIBLE SERVICE THROUGHOUT EACH STEP OF THE LISTING AND SELLING PROCESS!!!
If you need to sell your home and you owe more than your house is worth, i may be able to help. I specialize in working with home owners to get your home sold. There are many options such as a short sale which may be able to help you.
Please try and avoid out of state or out of town agents and companies that make "out of this world promises". We are local agents with experience who never charge any up front fees.
We are local agents with experience who GET RESULTS!!!
We stand by you through every step in selling your home.
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About the Author: Scott Godzyk is the Owner/Broker of the Godzyk Real Estate Services in Manchester NH. With 30 years of experience, Scott is a leading Agent for Listing and Selling Homes in this area. To CONTACT Scott Godzyk please call 603.661.2121 or EMAIL: Sctprop@aol.com . We are Full Time Agents ready to serve all of your Real Estate needs through each step of the buying and Selling process. We are proud to be locally owned and operated.
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