My grandmother always said that what someone says behind your back is none of your business. But when you are selling your home, not knowing can cause your home to stay on the market longer than it should and sell for less. And I don't know of any seller that wants to have their home expire and not know why.
Why do the dust buckets of the market happen? It could be that the listing agent just wanted their sign in the yard and they could not tell the homeowner that their home … (14 comments)
seller advice in cedar rapids: Being Prepared Counts!
- 12/29/15 02:13 AM
One of the top things that sellers are looking for in a REALTOR is a process. This could not be more true! As I compete with almost every listing that I obtain, I can tell you that most agents do not take this seriously. They are ill-prepared and take for granted that their "brokerage" or market share will be enough to secure the listing. But homeowners are sold on the agent as a person, not their company. They are SOLD on your enthuiasm, passion for what you do, and your knowledge. Whether by experience or through mentors, your knowledge is the … (19 comments)
At the time of the listing consultation, we talked about the importance of making your home sparkle. The importance that buyers put on cleanliness and move in ready will ultimately determine the price that they are willing to pay. Getting your home in "sparkle" condition takes work or money to pay someone to do it for you. But it pays off with an offer.
So today when I stopped at your home to prepare the home for the showing, you can only imagine my disappointment. Beds … (4 comments)
We all have had to prepare for it. It is looming, inevitable. The house has been on the market for 30 days or more and there is just no activity. You remember that your agent talked about this at the listing appointment....that in 30 days, you would need to sit down and have THAT conversation. Could it be the time of year? Could it be that you should have listened to the price your agent recommended initially? Could it be that there is more competition now than when your home entered the market? Any of these reasons … (42 comments)
Whether you are relocating from another state or you are moving within the market area, there is always some adjustments to be made! My focus is on the well-being and safety of your family. A house is very important, but making the Cedar Rapids area your home takes a little more effort. My clients call me long after the closing for advice on a veternarian for their new puppy or the best daycares in the area. Meeting new people is always fun for me and I love my job! Call me if you would like to know what your home is worth in the current market or if you think that you might want to move up to another home somewhere else. We will miss you, but I will happy to get you on your way to your next adventure as quickly as possible!
Sellers: What are the Buyers Saying Behind Your Back? 
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