Buyers, when writing an offer on a home that you wish to purchase, be aware that an offer is so much more than the price. Inspection and financing contingencies, amount of earnest money, closing date, Seller concessions, home warranties, etc, All of these affect how the Seller looks at your offer.
Having a Buyer's Agent who is knowledgeable in the art of negotiating is extremely important.
Good luck on getting your offer accepted and moving in to the house of your dreams!
Sheri Sanders
Prudential C Dan Joyner Co Realtors
864-238-7057
Selling Real Estate in Easley, Powdersville, Piedmont, Liberty, Pickens, Pelzer, Williamston, Six Mile, Sunset and the surrounding areas in the Upstate of South Carolina.
By Sheri Sanders
Prudential C Dan Joyner Co Realtors
The housing market in the Upstate of South Carolina has become much more competitive. Many communities are beginning to see homes remain longer on the market and the bargaining pendulum swing in favor of the buyer. This is called a buyer's market, as the number of available homes outnumbers the buyers. As a seller, your challenge is to turn a buyer's market to your advantage.
The right price is vital, because overpricing your home can cause you to eliminate potential buyers and lengthen the time that your home stays on the market. But equally important is making sure that you give your home a competitive edge by giving it creative eye appeal.
Many homeowners make the mistake believing they are selling "their home," but once on the market your home is actually a product. You need to create an environment the buyer can't resist. In other words, do everything you can to make the home so attractive, charming, cozy, inviting, comfortable and exciting that a buyer will want to buy that lifestyle for himself.
This can be accomplished by making just a few improvements in your home's presentation. Here are some guidelines to make your property distinctive and memorable.
1. Eliminate clutter. Have you ever noticed how model homes are perfect with no mess, clutter, or mass of personal belongings heaped about? There should only be a few exquisite and well-placed accessories on tables, desks, chests, etc. Also, clear kitchen and bathroom counters and furniture of everything except decorative accessories. Put the personal things--cosmetics, toiletries, clothes, bills, papers, and homework-out of sight. Tuck wastebaskets under counters or inside cabinets. Clutter and personal belongings detract from the important features of the home. 3. Create custom spaces. Luxury master bathrooms, decorator kitchens, built-in cabinets, computer workstations, exercise rooms, and children's play areas are the kinds of features that generate sales appeal. Even if you don't have these specific custom spaces, you can fashion them or suggest the potential for creating them. Accessories, mirrors, plants and fluffy new towels can generate a feeling of luxury even in a plain-Jane bathroom. Turn an extra bedroom into an exercise room if you've got the equipment, or a loft space into a child's play area or hobby center. 4. Keep it clean. Dust, vacuum, mop and polish on a regular basis. You're not selling the furniture, but a high shine on wood furniture and floors can make a room sing. Touch up nicks on walls and make sure the sinks and tubs and fixtures shine. Windows should sparkle. Keep yards and landscaping neat and attractive. Add color spots of flowers to perk up entryways and yards. 6. Consult with a professional. There are decorator professionals trained to "stage" a home for sale. They are able to offer an objective view of what buyers are looking for in your competitive market. Depending upon location, neighborhood, demographics and price range, the special touches that turn on buyers may range from splashy master bathrooms and gourmet kitchens to children's play areas or home offices.
You don't have to spend a great deal of money to give your property the competitive edge. Just try to imagine the kind of lifestyle your target buyer would enjoy, and use a few decorative touch-ups to create it.
Sheri Sanders
Prudential C Dan Joyner Co Realtors
864-238-7057
Smithfields Subdivision in Easley, SC currently has 8 homes for sale (as of 6/01/08), ranging in price from $258,000 to $699,995. According to the Greater Greenville MLS, 4 homes have sold since January 1,2008. These homes ranged in selling price from $300,000 to $390,000. The average days on market was 152. The average sales price was $352,500. This is an average sold price per square foot of $111.
Smithfields Subdivision has a golf course, pool, tennis courts, and a club house.
The schools are Forest Acres Elementary, Gettys Middle, and Easley High.
Sheri Sanders
Prudential C Dan Joyner Co Realtors
864-238-7057
According to the Greater Greenville Association of Realtors (GGAR) multiple listing service (MLS) there are currently 309 single family homes for sale in Pickens County in Easley, South Carolina. From May 1, 2008 to May 31, 2008, 45 homes sold. There are currently 66 homes under contract.
According to the Western Upstate MLS there are currently 58 single family homes for sale in Liberty, South Carolina. From May 1, 2008 to May 31, 2008, 4 homes sold. There are currently 8 homes under contract.
For Sellers this means that it is very important to have your home in showing condition and priced competitively.
For Buyers, this can be a great time to purchase as there is a good inventory of homes to choose from.
Sheri Sanders
Prudential C Dan Joyner Co Realtors
http://www.thesandersedge.com/
864-238-7057
Westchester Subdivision in Easley, SC currently has 4 homes for sale (as of 5/31/08), ranging in price from $258,900 to $359,900. According to the Greater Greenville MLS, 8 homes have sold since January 1, 2008. These homes ranged in selling price from $261,000 to $348,000. The average days on market was 101. The average sales price was $296,175. This is an average sold price per square foot of $109.
Westchester Subdivision has a pool, clubhouse and tennis courts.
The schools are East End Elementary, Gettys Middle, and Easley High.
Sheri Sanders
Prudential C Dan Joyner Co Realtors
864-238-7057
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