3 Steps to Selling Your Home Faster

3 Steps to Selling Your Home Faster

Today I wanted to talk about where the market is heading. I get this question every day and truth be told, no one can predict where we are headed. At a time when we are dealing with government shutdowns, debt ceiling debates and fear of higher interest rates, it is nearly impossible to confidently predict what will happen.

On a lighter note, the summer market was great for real estate; we are up 160% from a year ago today. We saw more sales, slightly higher prices and in many cases buyers not being able to bring money to the closing table. I am personally optimistic about the future, but we will continue down a bumpy road. If you’re like me, you’re tired of waiting to see what will happen with our economy. No matter what happens with the market, all I can do is focus 100% on my clients.

To do this, I have devised a three-step approach. First, I will employ every marketing strategy possible to create demand for my sellers. The more showings we have, the better chance we have to find a qualified buyer. Second, I will be even stronger in my negotiations; making sure I don’t leave any money on the table. Lastly, I will communicate more than my clients expect. I will frequently update them so they are aware of everything in this volatile market.

If you have any questions about selling, please call me. Thanks for watching and I look forward to speaking with you. Pehr out.

Why Choose Me – An Expert?

Why Choose Me – An Expert?

Welcome back to my video blog! Today, I wanted to tell you the seven reasons why you should choose an expert to help you buy and list your home.

1.    I will always tell you the truth when it comes to market prices and comparables.
2.    I aggressively prospect for 2-3 hours every day.
3.    I study the market everyday and know what is going on with statistics and trends.
4.    I am dedicated to giving the best customer service and communication.
5.    I follow a defined plan of action. I have a rigorous schedule where I keep track of the progress I have made with your home.
6.    I will protect your equity by negotiating the best possible price for your home.
7.    I am in a network with the most highly trained agents in North America to attract buyers.

So when you are thinking of buying or selling, please give me a call. I’d love to help you with any of your real estate needs!

Thanks for watching!

How to Evaluate an Offer on Your Home

How to Evaluate an Offer on Your Home

Hey, guys. We are in a competitive market and sellers are getting multiple offers on their home. So, how do you know which one to pick?

A lot of sellers choose the highest offer without any research. What if that buyer doesn’t have the funds or financing to make such an offer?

Find out if your buyer is pre-approved. Remember, pre-approval is different than pre-qualification. When a buyer is pre-approved, they are have worked with a lender. Income has been verified, credit has been checked and all the proper documents have been filed.

Once you know they are pre-approved, find out what type of loan they have. How are they making their down payment? Sometimes there are contingencies where a buyer needs to sell their home first before they can buy yours.

When is the closing date? A typical closing lasts 30-45 days. Is there a reason they need a shorter or longer period?

What about a cash offer? Much like checking for pre-approval, check to see if the buyer has the funds. You can do this by simply looking at a bank statement.

Thanks for watching guys! If you have any questions, please give me a call!