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What is the number 1 thing SELLERS can do to get to the Closing Table?

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Godzyk Real Estate Services NH License 033394

Of each steps in the SELLING PROCESS, which one is the most important over any other? Here in the Manchester NH area Home Owners  are asking "What is the number one thing SELLERS can do to get to the Closing Table?'

One of the most Important steps could be the selection of a LISTING AGENT. Make a "bad" choice and you may get "Bad" results.

Choose a "Good' Agent, and you may sell your home faster and at the best price obtainable.

Bigger is not better and all agents are not created equal. You as the consumer have the power to choose the right agent.

.Our TOP TIPS IF YOU WANT YOUR HOME SOLD IN TODAY'S MARKET

1. CHOOSE THE RIGHT LISTING AGENT: As a home owner 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.

2. Ask to PRICE THE HOME CORRECTLY: One of the most important things that can help you sell your home is pricing it right. . List prices need to be priced at or near market value. The simple truth is over priced listings are one of the only segments of the market that are not selling. A great agent will study the recent sales, study what is on the market and use trends and comparables to place a value on your property.

3. Ask for an agent with a great marketing program - GETTING A BUYER TO SEE YOUR LISTING: Before anyone can view your home, they have to know it is for sale. Using an agent with an extensive marketing and advertising program is the best start to get your home the exposure it needs and deserves. Some agents whose sole marketing plan is placing a sign in your yard and placing the home in MLS is not a sound marketing plan.

4. Ask for help to GET YOUR HOME READY FOR A BUYER TO SEE IT: A listing agent can guide a buyer to your front door, but the can not make them go inside. You need to prepare your house for sale.

a. THE EXTERIOR: Your lawn should be mowed, bushes trimmed, debris, toys or belongings picked up and removed from the yard. In the winter shovel your walk and driveway, sand and or salt and knock those icicles off your roof. Make sure your screen/storm door is in working order, it is the first thing they will touch and a storm door with a missing handle or off it's hinges will drive buyers away.

b. THE INTERIOR: Remove anything from your house you are not using, often called "decluttering". Clear off the counters, bureaus and floors. Make sure walls are free of marks or holes. Freshly painted walls in a neutral color are always a plus. Make sure all faucets and toilets run properly, no drips, no leaks and the toilets should not always run. Clean your carpets, remove pet items and during showings your pets should be taken out of the House

IN CONCLUSION: There is a lot of behind the scenes work going on to get a house on the market, marketed, get an offer, go through the buyers mortgage process, appraisal, inspections and get to the closing of the home. If you did not notice most of these steps, I did a great job. With the decrease in Listings, there is pressure on Listing Agents to provide more service. For agents who have been providing a great service to their clients throughout the last 4-5 years they are being rewarded as home sellers and buyers talk, they let each other know who did the great job or who dropped the ball. As you see it is no accident a home sells. It is through the hard work of the agent.

If you are looking to SELL a property in NH, you can choose ME. I strive to offer the best in personal and professional service through EACH step of the 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.

Please call for a FREE MARKET ANALYSIS to know what the value of your home is.

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..

 

PLEASE SEE MY "TOP" TIPS FOR SELLING A HOME Are you READY TO SELL YOUR HOME? Step 1: Choosing an agent

PLEASE SEE MY "TOP" TIPS FOR BUYING A HOME Are you Ready to BUY A HOME? Step 1 Find a REALTOR

About the Author: Scott Godzyk is the Owner/Broker of the Godzyk Real Estate Services in Manchester NH. With 27 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.

Comments (14)

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

The number 1 tip to getting to the Closing Table in Manchester NH is to hire Scott Godzyk!

Jan 30, 2013 09:47 PM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

THANK YOU Larry and Sheila, I LOVE selling homes and work hard to be one of the best.

Jan 30, 2013 09:50 PM
Chris and Dick Dovorany
Homes for Sale in Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero, Florida - Naples, FL
Broker/Associate at Premiere Plus Realty

If you want your home sold fast you must hire Scott Godzyk.  The best agent in Manchester, NH.

Jan 30, 2013 09:52 PM
Debbie Laity
Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO
Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

These are all great consumer tips. The seller needs to know that they also play a roll in making sure there is an offer on the house, and this includes doing any repairs if needed and keeping the curb appeal good. Pricing is the most important aspect. No matter how nice the house, if it's overpriced...it won't sell.

Jan 30, 2013 10:08 PM
Al Raymondi
Ocean View Realty Group in Ormond By The Sea Florida - Ormond Beach, FL
Ormond By The Sea Florida - Home and Condo Sales

Excellent tips as usual Scott, agents like you that work hard to get their clients homes sold are worth their weight in gold.

Jan 30, 2013 10:11 PM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

Chris and Dick Thank you for the comment

Jan 30, 2013 10:20 PM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

Debbie great poiint, over priced homes are sitting and next important is the seller work with their listing agent, not against them.

Jan 30, 2013 10:20 PM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

AL I always say a good agent should more than pay for their services with a quicker sale at the best possible price.  

Jan 30, 2013 10:22 PM
Charles Stallions
Charles Stallions Real Estate Services - Pensacola, FL
850-476-4494 - Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl.

I started to say call me but I always think getting the price right is key whether an agent or fsbo. IMHO

Jan 30, 2013 11:32 PM
John McCormack, CRS
Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM
Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

Hey Scott - Bigger is not better and all agents are not created equal... no wiser words have ever been spoken.  I have gotten a lot of business from clients wanting a smaller one on one type of service.  Opting to go with a smaller home owned and operated business.

Jan 30, 2013 11:59 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good advice for home sellers.  The selection of a real estate professional that really knows the local market is one of the keys to a successful transaction.

Jan 31, 2013 12:26 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Scott-great advice again.  First thing.. begin with the right Seller's Agent.  The next step is listen to them!  

Jan 31, 2013 12:39 AM
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

Hire a local agent that works at this full time and has the market knowledge to get the home sold.  That's all the seller's got to do.

Jan 31, 2013 08:01 AM
Doug Dawes
Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street, Suite #5, Topsfield, MA - Topsfield, MA
Your Personal Realtor®

Besides hiring the right agent I explain the importance of being flexible and if the house is priced right it will sell

Jan 31, 2013 03:32 PM