9 DEADLY MISTAKES HOME SELLERS MAKE --#9

DEADLY MISTAKES HOME SELLERS MAKE - #9

Selling the most expensive asset that most families own is serious business, not something to be taken lightly. It can be a highly stressful process and costly mistakes are easy to make. In order to net the most from the sale it takes careful planning and some work on the seller's part.

Based on our years of first-hand experience, we have compiled a list of the 9 Deadly Mistakes Home Sellers Make to help home sellers avoid them. As the old proverb says, "forewarned is forearmed."

A copy of the list is available at no charge to anyone who requests one by e-mail. Send your request to: Mike@SellYourVilla.com

DEADLY MISTAKE #9 - Using a "buddy, friend or relative" Realtor rather than using and experienced, full-time professional

Everyone has a "buddy or a "friend" with a real estate license. They are often coworkers or neighbors who have a full time job and dabble in real estate when the mood strikes them. Many of us have an aunt, uncle or cousin who got a license to buy or sell their own home. Most will be happy to help you buy or sell a home. The $ 64,000 questions is, can you afford to take a chance on letting them handle one of the most important financial transactions that you will ever be involved in? Remember that the mistakes that THEY make can cost YOU THOUSANDS!

This is even more critical if you have to sell your home in our current market.

When you select a Realtor to sell your home, you need the first team, NOT uncle Albert. You need a Realtor with lots of experience, one who is up to date on the latest market trends. One who knows what current buyers are looking for and how to prepare your home for sale. You need a Realtor who can show you in clear concise terms what your asking price should be and why. This information will be based on recent sales in your area and will result in showings and offers.

A skilled Realtor can recommend changes that will enhance the salability of your home, maximizing buyer appeal and the likelihood of getting viable offers. A good Realtor will also help you deal with offers that you might not find too appealing, possibly turning a poor offer into something that will work for you and the buyer. Negotiation is an art form.

A good agent will also keep in contact with their client and dedicate enough time to your transaction to ensure the best possible end result. If you choose a full time professional you will be much more satisfied with that end result. You can not afford to do anything else. Good luck with your selection.

It makes no difference if you are in El Dorado Hills, Folsom, Cameron Park or any other city or town in California, or in any other state. The same rules apply. If you are considering selling, contact your Realtor today!

If you have any questions or want to put your home on the market call today: (916) 337-0658. You will get a no-cost market evaluation and suggestions on how best to maximize your selling net!