A nervous Home Owner is being kept from listing his home by the fear of a home inspection failing. This Manchester NH area potential home seller was an absolute wreck. He said he met with countless agents, none of which made him feel any better. He called me after being referred by his former neighbor whose home I sold.
With him being so nervous I really expected the home to be a wreck. I toured the home and then had to ask him the pointed question of why he thought his inspection would fail.
The reply was shocking given his level of anxiety. His reply was "he did know, but did now buyers use the inspection to beat up sellers and re-negotiate".
I must say i was relieved in a way as the concern he had was fear and not an actual set of damages or hidden defect.
I let him know one of the first steps of listing and selling is the listing agent walking through the home to point out anything that should be repaired prior to the buyers seeing the home. This home was built in the 1950's. A well kept home in an established area of similar homes. A fantastic sense of workmanship as with all homes of that era. Most often items on a home inspectors list or roof, siding, windows, electric, plumbing and heating system. All were replaced within the last 10 years. We looked at safety items like handrails, smoke and CO detectors, no peeling paint and no signs of water leaks. I did find a ripped screen that the owner almost collapsed over. The good thing was a local shop fixes them for 10 bucks.
He asked that I come back to meet his son and daughter in law. He is ready to sell but wants their blessing. He thanked me at least fifty times for being upfront, honest and full of information.
THE HARD TRUTH is that Selling a home is not always fun. It can be like spinning through end of a fun house. Hiring a good agent who is willing to work with you through each step of the selling process is the only way to go.
THE SECRET OF SUCCESS and key to having a successful Home Sale or Purchase can increase simply by choosing a better agent. One that explains each step of the buying or selling process and stands by you throughout each. 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.
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.
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.
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 Selling a Home, Call us for a FREE Market Analysis. If you are think of buying a Home please contact us to get a free pre-qualification.
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 ttime There are many options such as a short sale which may be able to help you.
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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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