realtor: Why do Listing Agents NOT UPDATE their Listings in MLS? - 07/28/12 11:55 PM
Why do Listing Agents NOT UPDATE their Listings in MLS? As I browse through the local MLS here in the Manchester NH area, I have noticed a trend that quite a few listings that are in here as "active" are actually "pending". The more disturbing part is the trend of certain Listing Agents not even returning my call or emails if it is available and if my buyer can see it today. You can not sell a home if a buyer can not see it....
 
The MLS is one of the most important tools for Listing Agents to introduce their Listings … (17 comments)

realtor: Is a CONTINGENCY STILL a CONTINGENCY even if it is really SMALL? - 07/27/12 09:41 PM
BUT the contingency is a small one, WHY did my offer get rejected? Mrs. Buyer Broker A CONTINGENCY is STILL a CONTINGENCY no matter how SMALL. As a leading Listing Agent of Bank Owned Homes here in the manchester NH area this week I got 2 new Listings that generated near 30 offers between the 2.
 
With BANK OWNED HOMES the conditions for submitting an offer are strict. With these homes they were "cash only" purchase as they needed too much work to pass an inspection or for a buyer to be able to be guartanteed a loan to purchase … (44 comments)

realtor: Do I really have to follow what it states in the purchase contract? - 07/26/12 11:09 PM
Do I really have to follow what it states in the purchase contract? asked the buyer. Maybe it was the puzzled look on my face for a Buyer to be asking me this question or It could have been the even bigger face I was probabily making because this Buyer has their own buyer broker. I am the Listing Agent and therefore represent the seller in this transaction so why are they asking me?
 
MR. BUYER it seems decides now that they do no want or can not follow the items in the contract in which they signed therefore agreeing … (13 comments)

realtor: WHY do BANKS have such strict criteria when accepting OFFERS? - 07/25/12 10:15 PM
When it comes to submitting offers on BANK OWNED HOMES, there is certain specifciations or instructions that need to be followed. Recently Mrs. Buyer Agent wants to re-write the what the Bank will accept. If you have been following me, you know what a hard time she has given me.
MRS. BUYER AGENT called with her concerns and demands. She said she has not listed any homes for this bank yet, but has a couple of listings in process. She asked HER asset manager and she said that they do not require cashiers checks or minimum deposits. To simplify the conversation … (16 comments)

realtor: HEY Mrs. Buyer Agent-Bullying should not be practiced in Real Estate - 07/24/12 11:03 PM
"My Buyer wants this property and seeing they live next to Mrs. "High up Real Estate commissioner"  I hope we will not have any trouble getting into this home where they will be placing an offer today" stated  Mrs. Buyer Agent and company owner during a phone call  I received yesterday.
New Bank Owned Listings that are priced to sell sure bring out the worst in some agents wth a seemingly large supply of buyers versuses a low inventory of homes for sale.
With Bank Owned Listings, the Listing Agent is often held hostage to work at the Bank or Asset Managements pace. Just … (8 comments)

realtor: Why are BANK OWNED homes being sold CASH ONLY? - 07/22/12 01:28 AM
With an increase in New Bank Owned listings the questions of "Why is this home being sold CASH ONLY" are pouring in again. Some buyers can get pretty animated regarding Listings that come on the market with this restriction. The problem starts when homes are in such bad condition, that buyers can not usualy get a mortgage to buy it.
Many homes have missing or frozen plumbing, the electric is not on and there is no functional heating or plumbing. For most mortgages the water needs to be on and the heat needs to be functioning. Banks either can not or do not … (16 comments)

realtor: NEW "BANK OWNED" LISTING priced to Sell in Epsom NH - 07/21/12 08:06 AM
"NEW LISTING" INVESTOR ALERT
 
245 River Road, Epsom NHCome see this BANK OWNED opportunity. Gambrel on 2.73 Acres CASH OFFERS ONLY!!! Home Sold "As Is"
 
BANK OWNEDThis home should be under contract by the end of the week so do not delay.7 Rooms3 BR's1 Bath1635 SF2.73 acre lot
 
PRICED TO SELL at $81,900
 
 
 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
*This listing subject to errors, omission or prior sale, prices and availability subject to change without notice.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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realtor: A Buyer borrowed a ladder, he is climbing the roof of your Listing ? - 07/20/12 10:51 PM
Excuse me Mr. Godzyk, The buyer for your Listing at xxx Local Street just asked to borrow a ladder. He walked accross the street, placed it against the garage and is climbing on the roof. The thing I love most about Real Estate is the adventure. Yes I love making people happy, seeing the smiles on a Buyer or Sellers face and closing sales but then there are calls like this...As I got in the car to head over to the home I was thinking wait, this home is not even under contract yet. As i get there the side door … (32 comments)

realtor: What are the most important TEN SECONDS in Real Estate??? - 07/19/12 10:06 PM
What you may not know is that 10 seconds can make or break any Real Estate Deal. Nearly every buyer wants to drive by a home before going inside. Within 10 seconds they will decide if they want to see inside or if they will keep on driving to the next home skipping over this one.
The exterior condition of the home means much more than some home owners and listing agents realize.
It is important to maintain the exterior of the home and the yard.
1. Cut the lawn.
2. Trim bushes and shrubs.
3. Remove all debris from your yard.
4. Make sure … (49 comments)

realtor: HEY AGENT-I offered a bonus to bring me a buyer but no one is coming? - 07/19/12 05:01 AM
I had an interesting question from a seller who is listed with someone else but asked me "I offered a $500 bonus to the selling agency but no one is looking at my home?" WHY NOT? The only way to answer is straight forward with the hard truth. Unfortanately a $500 bonus is not that much to truely inspire anyone to rush right over with a buyer. It is better to know that your house is priced right which is at or just below market value. Next is your listing agent splitting the commission 50/50? Then is your home being advertised and marketed? … (5 comments)

realtor: NEW "BANK OWNED" LISTING priced to Sell in Manchester NH - 07/18/12 10:18 PM
"NEW LISTING" INVESTOR ALERT
 
7 Harriman St, Manchester NHCome see this BANK OWNED opportunity. Brick Cape Style Home on a large corner lot. CASH OFFERS ONLY!!! Home Sold "As Is"
 
BANK OWNEDThis home should be under contract by the end of the week so do not delay.6 Rooms3 BR's1 Bath1 car garage1677 SF.11 acre lot
 
PRICED TO SELL at $120,000
 
 
 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
*This listing subject to errors, omission or prior sale, prices and availability subject to change without notice.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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realtor: The SECRET to getting your Home SOLD - Not "Just Listed" - 07/17/12 11:44 PM
Most Home Owners think that Listing your home will mean an automatic sale. It is not quite as easy as placing a "For Sale" sign in the front yard and your agent placing your listing in the MLS and on a wing and a prayer you HOPE it sells. Here in New Hampshire Home Owners are learning the "SECRET" to Selling their home quickly and at the Best Obtainable price. Not every agent who gets a license to practice Real Estate becomes a successful Listing Agent.
Before Listing your home you should know that the Buyer Agents are getting in line … (18 comments)

realtor: Are there any GREAT DEALS Left in the Real Estate Market? - 07/16/12 11:27 PM
Are there any deals left out there when purchasing Real Estate. I hear so many agents in person and on their blogs saying there are no deals left. My first question is DID YOU LOOK? Well here in the Manchester NH area deals are available.If you are looking to buy a property simply seek out the assistance of a full time, local agent who specializes in these types of homes. It takes, time, patience and persistance.
The Real Estate market around the country is changing, it is improving and stabilizing. Here in my area the amount of homes currently on the … (10 comments)

realtor: Time to Stop BLAMING THE BANKS and start coming up with a SOLUTION. - 07/16/12 10:58 AM
There is alot of Blame to go around regarding the Foreclosure crisis but what are the solutions? Everyone is blaming each other, the banks continue with "business as usual" and politcians either ignore or pass policy that hinders recovery. The latest wave of blame is over the condition of these bank owned homes. We are talking in the sense that the bank has foreclosed, they now own the home and it is sitting, often in poor condition and getting worse. The first blame is always to large banks such as Bank of America and Deutsche Bank as was printed in todays featured … (2 comments)

realtor: Happy Buyers move into their new home in Hudson NH - 07/15/12 11:08 PM
I am proud to announce the Sale of one of the most beautiful condexes I have ever sold. I had the pleasure of assisting the Buyer as their Buyer Broker during the transaction of this property in Hudson NH. The most rewarding part of Real Estate is having a Buyer that is so Happy that they tell everyone.
We searched high and low, single families, condominiums and condexes. We looked at new homes, bank homes, old homes and homes that needed tons of work. When the saw this home they fell in love. It was nearly 2000 sf, had a dream … (10 comments)

realtor: YOU Priced that Home TOO LOW as neighbors declare WAR - 07/14/12 11:03 PM
I received a call from a person that was quite worked up. Another agent listed a SHORT SALE in the Manchester NH area in a quite desirable neighborhood at a rock bottom price. The home is neat, clean and appears to have no damage. The neighbors have circled up and formed a "war party". "How could they price that home this low? What is that agent thinking? Do they know they are affecting each and every home in our precious neighborhood by their actions." rang out from neighbor after neighbor.
Why are they calling me, becuase I sold their house to them and … (35 comments)

realtor: You were pretty Lucky to get that new Listing -Was it Luck? You decide - 07/13/12 10:49 PM
The only thing worse than a negative person is 2 negative people. Not soon after entering my new listing in MLS I received a call from an agent who said they were supposed to get that listing. Puzzled at their rudeness I simply said I am not sure about that but i did get it, If you want to bring your clients to see it i would be more than happy to  show it to you.  I encountered the second one within 2 hours later as I was waiting for a buyer who saw my blog post on my new listing who … (10 comments)

realtor: Active Rain works -NEW LISTING at Sandpiper Valley Condominiums - 07/12/12 10:21 PM
If you ever wondered if Blogging on Active Rain actuallyworks? Yesterday I wrote a blog featuring Sandpiper Valley Condominiums in Manchester NH. Within 12 hours I have a new listing there to announce to the world.
 
"NEW LISTING" SANDPIPER VALLEY CONDOMINIUMS
 
883 Mammoth Road, Manchester NHCome see this completely renovated Townhouse in SANDPIPER VALLEY CONDOMINIUMS. BRAND NEW Kitchen Cabinets, Counters and sink. New Bathroom with new vanity. New laminate floors. newly painted interior. Located in North Manchester. It has a nice setting off the main road. It has easy access to Schools, Shopping and Highways.
 
FHA APPROVED
 
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realtor: I NEED your help to buy a home! I put in an offer at an open house - 07/10/12 10:58 PM
Some calls we look forward to but some infamous words we never want to hear from Buyers we are working with. "I found a home- I need your help with the purchase" the caller boasts. What comes next is that sinking feeling as the buyer states "We put an offer in at their open house." You did what? I ask.... "We stopped by the open house on that home you gave us, the agent was more than happy to take our offer."
TIME OUT...
If you are looking to buy a home, and you are working with a Real Estate Agent, then … (69 comments)

realtor: HOW did you come up with that price you offered on a SHORT SALE? - 07/09/12 11:22 PM
I do not know what is worse, a SHORT SALE in the Manchester NH area that is priced WAY below market value or the offers BUYERS want to place on these listings. It creates a "CIRCLE OF FAILURE". You must be asking yourself why am I being so tough on Short Sales this morning? Because... Home Owners may not even know their choice of a Short Sale Listing Agent may have just doomed their Short Sale becuase that agent has PRICED THE HOME TOO LOW....
Despite what people think the bank will spend some time and money to determine what the … (14 comments)

 
Scott Godzyk, One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents (Godzyk Real Estate Services)

Scott Godzyk

One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

Manchester, NH

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Godzyk Real Estate Services

Address: pob 4783, Manchester, NH, 03108

Office: (603) 661-2121

Scott Godzyk is the Owner/Broker of The Godzyk Real Estate Services located in Manchester NH. With 29 years of Real Estate experience Scott specializes in Listing and Selling Bank Owned Homes, Short Sales, Residential Properties, Condominiums, New Construction and Investment Properties. Scott services the counties of Hillsborough, Merrimack, Rockingham and Belknap. To contact Scott Godzyk please call 603-661-2121 or email sctprop@aol.com. his website is www.ScottSellsNH.com.


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