Why Use a Qualified Realtor?

 

Why do you need a qualified agent to list your home?

All you hear about in the Real Estate Market is multiple offers and homes selling in a day.  It seems like that would mean that you could hire a discount realtor to get the job done, right?  Well… not so much.  Yesterday I had a meeting with a seller to discuss listing their home.  Afterwards, I decided to preview a home that was for sale in the same community.  At this time there are 3 homes for sale in the neighborhood.  One is under contract; one is negotiating a contract and this one.  This home is priced well above the others but the agent really goes on and on about the upgrades so I was really expecting to have my mind BLOWN by this house. My mind was blown but not by the house instead by the unprofessionalism of the agent.  This house was nowhere near as nice (even with all the upgrades) as the other two homes in the community. I could bore you getting into all the marketing and staging details that were an issue or I could break down the errors in pricing the house but lets just get down to the nitty gritty…. The other two homes where being looked at and offers are coming in and this one is sitting… sellers have moved out and are floating two mortgages.  If this agent had helped them price their home correctly, utilized effective marketing and perhaps a little staging this home would already be SOLD!  You may not like it when a professional agent tells you what they think your home will sell for, by all means ask them to explain, but pricing your home too high will not make you more money.  It will leave you frustrated and still holding the note to that home.

When looking for an agent to sell your home you want someone who will help you remove as many challenges, in regards to selling your home, as possible.  You want an agent that will do their homework when it comes to pricing your house.  They need to be honest about the market you are in and what you need to get done to help your home sale.  We all love to hear our house is perfect and it is worth 2 times what our neighbors home is, however that is not going to help you meet your end goal of selling your home.

Now is a great time to sell your home.  Prices are on the rise and interest rates are still low.  Do not miss the opportunity to sell your home in this incredible housing market by pricing it too high and scaring all the buyers away. If you would like an honest take on what your home should sale for, what you need to do to get it ready to sell and top notch photography and marketing to get it done Call Me! Keisha 469-853-9784 or email @ keisha.york@gmail.com.  You can also go to http://keisha.jphomesforsale.com/sell.php for a free home valuation.

 

WHY IS NOW A GOOD TIME TO SELL YOUR HOME?

WHY IS NOW A GOOD TIME TO SELL YOUR HOME

I am sure you have heard now is the time to sell.  But why? As a Realtor one of my jobs is to help my clients make informed decisions about when the best time is to put their home on the market.  Well I have to say now…now…now… This is as close to the perfect market for sellers as it gets.  In just about every conversation I have with other Realtors these days the shortage of homes for prospective buyers comes up.  We have the buyers ready to buy but no houses for them to purchase.
Take a look at my short video explaining the current market and why now is great time to put your house up For Sale.

Give me a call @ 469-853-9784 or email me @ keisha.york@gmail.com I would love to help you take advantage of this Crazy Hot Sellers Market!

 

TIPS for Selling Your Home During the Holidays

Tips for Selling Your Home During the Holidays 

1. Decorate but don’t go CRAZY
Many homes look their best when all dressed up for the holidays but be sure not to go overboard.  Avoid making your home look too cluttered.

2. Hire a GREAT Agent (ME!)
Be sure you are hiring an agent that is going to be around during the holidays. Your agent needs to be properly and actively marketing your home during this specific season, taking full advantage of the LOW inventory, as well as, be able to field calls from potential buyers and any issues that may arise.  Remember your agent is here to serve your real estate needs not just put a sign in your yard.

3. Price RIght
Price Price Price…. Your home needs to be priced properly and your agent needs to be actively checking the market place and communicating with you how the price may or may not need to be adjusted.

4. First Impressions are Everything
If they wont come in your home it wont sell.  Be sure Lawn is mowed, leaves are raked up, flower bed cleaned out and add some annuals for color.  Once tress die back your home is exposed, double check for needed touch up paint, dirty windows, clean out gutters and any rotted wood.

5. A Picture Speaks a 1000 words
Studies have shown MOST buyers begin their new home search online.  Be sure your agent is using a professional to take photos and video your home.  It is best if the photos are taken before the holiday décor goes up.  Video is also very important because again many house hunters are spending more time on the internet than driving around looking at homes.

6. Give House Hunters a Warm Welcome
Make your home feels cozy and inviting during showings by turning up the heat, opening blinds, turn on Christmas lights, light candles, turn on lamps and playing soft music. Even better, offer homemade holiday treats for your guest.  Encouraging prospective buyers to spend more time in your home allows them to see all your homes great features and hopefully see themselves living there.

Selling your home during the holidays is not for everyone but it has some real advantages.  I would love to discuss the pros and cons with you further.  

Happy Holidays!
Keisha York
469-853-9784
keisha.york@gmail.com

WHY WAIT…Selling for home over the Holidays has some real PERKS

SELLING YOUR HOME OVER THE HOLIDAYS HAS SOME REAL PERKS

Why Wait…. Selling Your Home Over the Holidays Has Some Real Perks
For years agents have been telling their clients to wait till after the first of the year to even think about putting their house on the market.

I did a little research and confirmed that listing during the holidays has some REAL PERKS.

1. People out looking at homes this time of year are serious buyers.

2. With the dramatic lower inventory this time of year… less competition for you, which can
mean a better offer.

3. Homes show beautifully when they are decorated for Christmas.

4. Many people have time off which equals more time to look during the holiday season.

5. Some people are trying to purchase by end of yr for tax purposes.

 

 

Bottom line is Now can be a great time to sell because the inventory is so low and those taking the time to look are typically serious about buying…. SO take advantage of the pretty décor in your home this time of year and lets get that home sold.

Give me a call and let me help you sell your home this year.
Keisha York
Check out this Brief Video
keisha.york@gmail.com
keishayork.com
469-853-9784