Selling

Your Agent Will Handle All the Details

Dealing with Offers

When selling your house, there are few things more exciting than receiving an offer. That means someone is interested in your property and has prepared a formal offer to buy it.

What is an offer, exactly?

It’s simply a legal document that shows the price the buyer is proposing to pay, which may or may not be the same as your listing price. An offer will include other details, such as the requested closing date, and may also include one or more conditions, such as “conditional on the property passing a home inspection.”

Ideally, when you receive an offer, you will want to sell your house to that buyer for the highest price possible. In addition, you’ll want to make sure there are no potential problems that might prevent the deal from closing – such as the buyer being unable to arrange financing.

I realize this may sound complicated. Don’t worry. As your real estate agent, I’ll take care of all the details.

Setting Your Price

How Do Your Determine Your Asking Price? - You obviously want to sell your house for the highest possible price. You may even have a number in mind. But, how do you determine if that number is reasonable? You may be concerned that:

  • If you list your house too high, few buyers, if any, will see it.
  • If your price is too low, you could end up leaving thousands of dollars on the table.

Don’t worry. I’m an expert at creating a pricing strategy that will pique the interest of qualified buyers – and set the stage to get you the highest sale price possible. I’m also a specialist in the local market. I know what properties like yours sell for, and can get yours sold at the high end of that range.

I begin by getting to know your property and all its desirable features. Then I make some calculations to determine its Current Market Value. That value is based, in large part, on what similar houses in the area have sold for recently.

Of course, buyers won’t pay for the sentimental value you place on your house. But special features such as hardwood floors, a newly renovated kitchen or bathroom, or a beautiful backyard patio can have an impact on how quickly a property sells and for what price. I’ll help you understand all the factors that go into setting the list price, and ensuring it is just right for the marketplace and your goals.

Closing the Sale

Making Sure it All Goes Smoothly - There are few things I enjoy more than telling a client, “Your house is sold.” That means I have found them a qualified buyer, got them the price they wanted, and negotiated a great deal.

That doesn’t mean my work is finished. Far from it.

As your real estate agent, I’ll work closely with you to ensure the deal is finalized and that your move goes smoothly.

I’ll take care of the details. For example, if there are any conditions on the offer to buy your property, such as “passing a home inspection”, I’ll coordinate with you and the seller’s agent to ensure that the condition is satisfied and the deal closes.

I’ll also be there for you, as your real estate expert, up to the day you move – and beyond. I provide you with the names of recommended lawyers, contractors, movers, etc. from my network of reputable professionals and companies. I’ll also clearly explain what to expect leading up to closing day and give you advice as to how to prepare.

My goal is simple: To make your house sale and move a positive experience.

Handling Viewings/Showings

Private viewings and open houses provide opportunities for buyers to view your property and get a sense of what it is like to live there. Ideally, you will want them to be impressed by what they see – and motivated to make an offer.

With COVID-19 still being a huge setback, we want to ensure that everyone is safe and healthy. With that in mind, several new recommendations have been made by the New York State Association of REALTORS in regards to Phase 2 in New York State.

Attracting Qualified Buyers

When you list your house, it must attract the attention of qualified buyers eager to get into a property like yours. Otherwise, your house may take longer to sell and you may not get the price you expected.

As an expert in the local markets, I can get the word out about your listing to all the right people. I know how to attract serious buyers – so a good offer comes in quickly.

To achieve that success, I’ll implement the appropriate marketing plan. After all, there’s more to selling a house than hammering a “For Sale” sign on the front lawn.

  • Taking pictures and gathering the details on your property;
  • Writing a compelling property profile and creating effective marketing materials; print & online ads, social media, website showcase, etc...
  • Uploading your listing to multiple MLS – the Multiple Listing Services that real estate agents and buyers use to search for properties;
  • Our MLS syndicates to several popular sites like Zillow, Trulia, and Realtor.com;
  • Scheduling and promoting an Open House to attract a multitude of buyers.

In addition, I meet with buyers regularly. In fact, the moment your house is listed I get in touch with everyone I know who is looking for a property like yours, and encourage them to schedule a viewing. I also tap into my network of other real estate agents so their clients know about your property as well.

My job is to get the right buyers to see your house, fall in love with it, and make a good offer.

Selecting the Right Agent

There’s no doubt about it. Your real estate agent has a huge impact on whether or not your home sells quickly, how much you get for your property, and your experience throughout the process.

So you’d be smart to ask, “Why should I sell with you?”

The best way for me to answer that is in a Personal Consultation meeting. I will meet you at your home, explain how I work with clients, and give you an initial idea of what to expect in terms of selling price and timing. This meeting will give us an opportunity to get to know each other; for me to explain my skills and experience; and for you to ask questions and see if there is a good fit. There is absolutely no obligation to proceed.

In the meantime, here are a few highlights of what to expect from me as your real estate agent:

  • I listen carefully to your needs and goals, and keep those top-of-mind throughout the process.
  • I’m accessible. I’m never more than a phone call or email away when you have questions or concerns.
  • I provide you with practical suggestions on how to prepare your home so that it impresses and excites buyers.
  • I recommend a listing price that’s the highest possible, without discouraging buyers.
  • I prepare a game plan to promote your property to qualified buyers to ensure it sells.
  • I prepare the promotional materials, including pictures and property description.
  • I create an excitement in the marketplace about your listing. I tell my other private clients about it. I spread the word to other agents.
  • I work with you to schedule showings and open houses, with as little inconvenience to you as possible.
  • When someone makes an offer on your property, I skillfully negotiate so that you get the best price and terms.
  • I take care of the dozens and dozens of details involved in selling a home, so you don’t have to worry about them.
  • I help to ensure everything goes smoothly between signing the offer and closing the sale.

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”

- Proverb