Selling Your Stone Harbor House? Here is a check list for you to get successful showings.

THINKING OF LISTING YOUR HOUSE? HERE ARE A FEW KEYS TO MORE SHOWINGS.

#1-PRICE! In this glutted re-sale market price is Paramount. Price it correctly on day one!

#2-listen to your Realtor and Pay attention to the comps. The numbers don't lie.

#3-is location and condition of the property.


Yes! Location, condition and price are key factors. Plus, patience and willingness to negotiate are absolutely essential. Keep in mind, it is a buyer's market! A seller needs to set the price correctly from day one. What is your bottom line? If you want to get your property Sold, Don't be greedy. Other sellers who set their price correctly now have contracts.



There are more listings available to buyers than any time in recent history. A large inventory remains. Here in Stone Harbor, there are 98 single family homes now for sale. That represents 3 years of inventory.
What does all this mean To a Seller?

Seller needs to Deal With the Reality that there is a lot to choose from, and Buyers are now buying the best for their money. Your house needs to stand out from the crowd for your price.

Negotiate. Today’s buyers know the comps and they want the best deal.

What Your neighbor Sold his place for two years ago is not relevant. And has nothing to do with market value today. Recent comps equal market reality.


Presentation.You may be ready to Sell..but Is Your House ready to Sell?

In today's market, your house needs to sparkle. Have your house ready to be shown at its best. Whip it into shape. You never get a second chance to make a first impression!

Here is a check list for you to get successful showings.



Does your house have curb appeal? Does the look of your home from the curb intrigue a buyer enough that he will want to see inside? Do whatever you can to make it more inviting. Get some color .Plant some flowers. And don’t forget about your lawn and garden! Spruce that up too. Get rid of any weeds .



Your house should sparkle when you put it on the market. Investing in the little things such as touch-up paint, window cleaning, carpet cleaning,(or new carpeting) and even professional staging when necessary will yield a big return on investment. If you don't have time or the talent to do it yourself, Hire a professional stager. It's money well spent, and will make an enormous difference in getting your property SOLD.. Buyers are picky, and they have lots of other homes to choose from .Make yours stand out from the crowd!
1- Remove clutter and clear off counters. Throw out stacks of newspapers and magazines


2- Put excess furniture in storage, and remove out-of-season clothing items that are cramping closet space. Clean the garage too!

3- 3-A clean house sends the message to buyers that the home has been well-cared for. Clean any fingerprints from light switch plates, mop and wax floors, and clean the stove and refrigerator. Polish your doorknobs and address numbers. It’s worth hiring a cleaning service if you can afford it.

4- . Make sure everything smells nice and clean. Clean carpeting and drapes to eliminate cooking odors, smoke, and pet smells. Open the windows to air out the house

5- Take care of any minor repairs.Trivial problems such as sticky doors, torn screens, cracked caulking, or a dripping faucet signal to buyers the impression that the house is not well-maintained



6- Send your pets to a neighbor or take them outside. If that’s not possible, crate them or confine them to one room (ideally in the basement), and let the real estate practitioner know where they’ll be to eliminate surprises.

7- Lock up valuables, jewelry, and money. While a real estate salesperson will be on site during the showing or open house, it’s impossible to watch everyone all the time.

8- Leave the home. It’s usually best if the sellers are not at home. It’s awkward for prospective buyers to look in your closets and express their opinions of your home with you there.
The fact is the market is active again, but your house needs to show well and make an impression.



Buying or Selling a home in Stone Harbor or Avalon, or if you need a Summer Rental, it would be my pleasure to help you with your Real Estate needs.



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