5 Factors of Selling a Home
?>
Download eBooks and Software
 Home Made Energy - The Best Diy Offer!
Feb. 2012 -- 52% Conv. On Back-end Sale. Choose The Energy Offer That Super Affiliates Promote - Today! For Aff Resources, Go To: Http://www.homemadeenergy.org/best/affiliates Also Check Out: Http://www.survivefoodcrisis.org/aff
Tedswoodworking.com 16,000 Plans - #1 On Home & Garden Category!
Insane Conversions Of 23%! Earn 75% On $67 Product. Earn Up To $80 Per Sale With Bonuses Plus Upsells! Hot Seller With Low Refunds. 16,000 Woodworking Plans With 150 Videos & Shed Plans. Affiliates Go To: Http://tedswoodworking.com/affiliates.htm
Power4home -- Powered By Webseeds.com - *proven Products
The Highest Converting Home Energy Site - Earn $79.85 W/ Back End Sale - Join Webseeds.com Today! 100% Commissions + Rewards $$$ Professional Copy & Design $$$ Premium Customer Support, Low Returns. Complete Affiliate Tools: www.webseeds.com/aff
Articles > Home Improvement5 Factors of Selling a Home
by: John Carle & Sharon Gregresh
There are five major factors to consider when selling a home. These factors will greatly influence not only the final price you will get for the property, but also how quickly it will sell and how much grief you will suffer through the sale.
Location
Over history it's been said the three things to look for in buying a property are (1) Location, (2) Location, and (3) Location. There are positive and negative factors to almost every location. Let's pretend your property is right next door to a fire station. You need the kind of marketing professional that can sell the benefits of not having to worry about your new home burning down, or perhaps the savings on fire insurance. Seriously, no matter where your property may be located, there is a ready, willing, and able buyer in the marketplace. The "problems" with the location of a property can be overcome, you just need a Realtor who will work hard to do so.
Your Realtor and his/her Company
Not all Realtors are the same. We each take different approaches to the marketing of your home. These range from as basic as placing the home on the MLS system and hoping it will sell, to Realtors who actively market the home through newspaper advertising and the Internet. You will likely have a positive Real Estate experience if you pick a Realtor who meets the following criteria:
- Personality. It's hard to work with an agent you don't like. You won't trust him/her, and the entire experience will be a difficult one. You have enough on your mind without having to argue and bicker with your agent. No matter how good an agent is
if you don't like each other, then it won't be a good experience.
- Availability. Having a full time Realtor (or a team of them) is vital to the successful sale of your home. If your Realtor isn't available to sell your house because he/she's "working a day job", then how committed is that Realtor to you?
- Work Ethic. Just like any other professional in your life, you need a Realtor who is organized, professional, and hard working. Have you ever seen a lawyer show up for a case in sweat pants and a t-shirt? Or a doctor say; "I'm sorry, I can't deliver your baby because I have a 4:00 t-off time"? How about an accountant who can't manage his own finances? You should be able to expect the same level of professionalism from the agent you choose to represent you.
By having a professional Realtor working on your behalf, your entire experience will be more positive.
Terms
Are you flexible on possession dates? Is your property easy to show? Are you prepared to negotiate on appliances or other chattels? This flexibility makes your home much more attractive to potential buyers. For example, many out-of-town buyers won't even consider a home if the possession is not flexible. First time home buyers often have to purchase the appliances with the home because they have to put all of their savings into the down payment. Where are they going to get $3000 to buy appliances?
Condition
Making a good first impression is important in getting a property sold. Painting the front door and trim, making sure the doorbell works, putting furniture and clothing in storage, and cleaning off counter tops and fridges are just a few of the little things that can be done to make properties more marketable. Just remember, cleanliness and pride of ownership will get you more money than used dirt.
Price
Determining a price is more than just picking a number. It involves careful analysis of the property. Many things come into account when determining a price. In fact, it is often through price where short comings in the other factors are balanced. For instance, if your home has been damaged from bad renters, is difficult to gain access to, is right next door to a "drug-den", and is located between the city dump and the airport, then the home will have to be priced accordingly. But watch out, while the price can fix almost every short coming, it's not always the best solution.
Having a Realtor who will be honest with you about these factors is important, and could save you several thousand dollars.
About The Author
John Carle & Sharon Gregresh are Realtors with Royal LePage - ArTeam in St. Albert, AB. They pride themselves on providing more than just real estate sales and listings. Their clients benefit from a much larger spectrum or real estate services. Contact them any time at information@workingtogether.ca or through their website at www.workingtogether.ca. They can be reached by phone at (780) 458-5595
|
?>
News on Home Improvement
Leading Global Home Improvement and Gardening Supplies Retailers - Company Benchmarking Analysis Report
NEW YORK, May 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: Leading Global Home Improvement and Gardening Supplies Retailers β Company ... NARI, Rebuilding Together provide home upgrades to seniors
MILWAUKEE β The Milwaukee NARI Home Improvement Council and the Rebuilding Together Greater Milwaukee are teaming up for the month... 5 Ways to Lower the Cost of Home Improvement
Whether it's adding a bath or remodeling the kitchen, here's how to find materials for a fraction of theprice at big-box home improvement stores, hire the right contractor at the right price, and get that project done for less. Friday Sector Leaders: Home Furnishings & Improvement, Education & Training Services
In trading on Friday, home furnishings & improvement shares were relative leaders, up on the Lucintel Estimates Global Home Improvement Retail Industry to Reach US $1,959 Billion in 2017
Lucintel Estimates Global Home Improvement Retail Industry to Reach US $1,959 Billion in 2017Irving, TX (PRWEB) May 25, 2012 Despite many challenges and pressures in the market, the environment for home improvement retailers is encouraging, and the global home improvement retail market is expected to reach an estimated $1,959 billion in 2017 with a CAGR of 3% over the next five years (2012-2017 ...
|
