seller representation in cedar rapids: Sellers: How Do Buyer Inspections Work?
- 01/08/19 01:21 PM
At the point of listing, we will have a discussion about inspections while preparing the property for the market. Based on the age of the roof, furnace, central air, water heater and other appliances that are included in the sale, a home warranty may be enough to calm any fears a buyer may have. However, if there are things that are a concern, such as peeling paint on the trim, a roof that is close to needing replacement, or a 30+ year old furnace...more may need to be done as many loans will not allow these issues. By calling for estimates … (1 comments)
seller representation in cedar rapids: Seller Tip: The Best Feedback is an Offer!
- 10/22/18 05:19 PM
How many times is your home shown and you don't receive any feedback from the buyers agent? It actually happens more than you think. There are several reasons that feedback may be delayed or non-existent. I know. It feels like time has stopped when you are waiting (albeit impatiently) to hear what the buyers thought of your home.
Sometimes agents are showing 10 houses in a day, which can be to one buyer or maybe 3 or 4 and they are busy! They need time to look at their notes before they submit feedback. And trust me, you want them to send … (5 comments)
Let me back up a second...in case you don't know what I mean, which means that you have not experienced online dating...you would want a buyer to "swipe right" to get to know you better. After all, just like the dating apps, your home is judged within seconds within the first few pictures. If the first 5 photos don't show your wow factor, the buyer has already "swiped left" and is on to the next house.
If a picture says a thousand words, a short video showing the best features of your home is like … (14 comments)
One of the best reasons to hire a real estate professional is that the seller does not need to babysit their home. What do I mean by babysit?
As a for sale by owner, the seller would need to be present for all showings with potential buyers and their agents. The seller would also need to be there to allow access to the inspectors, appraiser, and contractors for repairs if any were required as a result of the inspections. This can cause a lot of schedule juggling for a homeowner, especially in the summer if … (21 comments)
1. Curb appeal is important. While your home is on the market, keeping your home mowed, trimmed and landscaping perfect is important. When a buyer drives by, the make a decision instantly whether they like what they see from the OUTSIDE enough to schedule a time to see the INSIDE.
2. Remove the clutter from your kitchen! The kitchen is the center of the home and is judged more critically than any other space in your home.
3. Your outdoor spaces should show the buyers how they can enjoy your home. Planting in … (7 comments)
This happens moreso in the winter months of selling homes in our area, but it is certainly something to think about if the current homeowners have a dog. I will never forget the winter that I had a listing with 3 dogs. The home sold quickly and the dogs were able to return home for the escrow period. It was a particularly snowy and cold winter. And like most pet owners in the area, the picking up and disposing of pet waste may wait for a warmer (perhaps spring) day. Uh oh. … (3 comments)
In the last couple of years, I have requested that my sellers write a letter to the future buyer of their home. In it, they have the opportunity to write about all of the reasons that they choose this home when they were looking to buy. It personalizes the house and provides information that only the owner would possess. And because it is written by the owner, they share the pride in their home and are the best "sellers" of their house.
My sellers have the best ways of showcasing their home and their neighborhood and … (6 comments)
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)
I recently read somewhere that over 77% of buyers work with the very first agent that they meet. Whether that means that they found the agent online, at an open house, or through a referral from a friend/co-worker/family member, that is an interesting and frightening statistic. Even more, the average seller only interviews one agent at least 89% of the time.
If you want to let that sink in for a minute....I will wait. :)
This is the largest purchase that the average person ever makes. And … (5 comments)
I have been working with a seller getting ready to sell one of his rental properties. He has been in the process of evicting the current renter for the past couple of weeks and finally had the sheriff at the house to get the rest of the tenants' things out of the house yesterday. Tough situation.
In the process, a potential buyer was driving by and asked if my seller needed help. They got to talking and the buyer is in … (5 comments)
This happens....a lot. A buyer comes into an open house. Thinking about moving, but not quite committed to the idea. Expecting the process to take months to find the house that will make them want to move.
And then they see the one that seems like the perfect fit.....only they aren't ready to make an offer. They don't even have their home on the market....or the rest of the cleaning, remodeling, projects, etc. completed yet to put the house on the market. Heck, they don't even want an agent to walk through their … (4 comments)
The preparation of getting the house ready for listing, for professional photos, for showings....that is all done with suggestions from the listing agent. But the execution clearly falls on the homeowner to make it happen. So when all of the things are done and checked off the list, it is time to enter the market. … (15 comments)
seller representation in cedar rapids: You Sold My Home Too Fast!
- 01/16/14 12:05 AM
You Sold My Home Too Fast! You would think that this is a good thing if you are selling your home in Cedar Rapids. The market is picking up. Not much competition. And you did everything that you were told to do including pricing it right. So why are you feeling blue?
Inevitiably, many sellers just aren't expecting or are not fully prepared for the move. The agent told you the average days on the market is 2-3 months. So when it sells in the first week, your head is spinning. Did we price it too low? Where are we … (4 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!
At the point of listing, we will have a discussion about inspections while preparing the property for the market. Based on the age of the roof, furnace, central air, water heater and other appliances that are included in the sale, a home warranty may be enough to calm any fears a buyer may have. However, if there are things that are a concern, such as peeling paint on the trim, a roof that is close to needing replacement, or a 30+ year old furnace...more may need to be done as many loans will not allow these issues. By calling for estimates … (1 comments)
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