SELLERS
A few years ago all a real estate agent had to do to sell your home was place a sign in your yard, put the listing in the MLS and answer the phone on the way back to the office from a multitude of buyers. In todays market this method no longer applies, this is why you need a dedicated team to make sure your home rises above the rest. There are many factors to selling a home for top dollar in the fastest time possible, here are a few examples....
Pricing strategy
Once it comes to selling a home there are many different avenues one can take, but at the end of the day price is always the number one reason a home does or does not sell. Many sellers want to try to list above market price in hopes they get lucky. The reality is that doing this WILL cause your home to sit on the market for a long time with no offers and eventually the listing will become "stale" in the eyes of buyers. Let's be honest here, when you go shopping do you want to pay more for something than it's worth? And even if you were lucky enough to get an offer the appraisal would stop the transaction in its tracks. It's critical to price the home correctly with current market conditions, we do a comparative market analysis to show you what your home is realistically worth and get you one step closer to moving on to the next phase in your life!
Internet marketing
Research shows that a very high majority of homebuyers start their search on the internet. Times have definitely changed and so have the ways people go shopping. It's critical to have a strong online presence if you want to attract buyers and Solutions Real Estate understands this more than any company out there. Your listing will automatically be placed on HUNDREDS of top real estate sites in addition to the standard Trulia, Realtor.com, Google, Yahoo, RealEstate.com sites. I will also build a custom website for your property that potential buyers can access from the web or even their mobile phone! Technology is constantly changing and we know how to keep up with it.
Professional Photography
When appropriate, we use the absolute best photography on our listings. This is critical because over 90% of prospective home buyers begin their search on the internet. There is an enormous difference between this...
And this....
Would you even believe this is the same house? Homebuyers are going to be more intrigued to see your home if it shows at it's absolute BEST!
Open Houses
The best way to sell a home is to get maximum exposure, this is why we have an extensive open house program! Our open houses go above and beyond to assure your home is displayed to its full potential.
Before, I will: Promote your open house online and in the neighborhood with flyers, door hangers and mailers when time permits. Display at least 8 directional signs to attract drivers. Arrange the home to show at its best.
After, I will: Follow up with all prospects. Answer any questions, gauge interest and arrange for a private visit. Contact you frequently with any feedback.
Negotiaton
We are bull-dogs when it comes to negotiating. It is our fiduciary duty to protect our clients best interest and maximize your bottom line but also find a compromise that leaves both parties happy to do business together. We are aggressive negotiators but also believe in fair dealings and focus on finding the balance between the two.