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With the assistance of your professional Realtor®, and using these home selling tips, we are on our way to quickly selling your House for it's maximum potential. These tips are not necessary all necessary for all houses.

I can provide you with his experience and opinion on what improvements you might actually want to have done, if any, to take maximum advantage of your dollar.

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As your Realtors®, We can assist you in understanding Market trends, and other situations which will affect the sale of your home. Having a good understanding the market will help ensure the successful sale of your house within your timeline and Goals.

If you are interested in selling your House, We can provide you with a free, no-obligation Comparable Market Analysis Report, You will be provided with a detailed report to evaluate your house's selling potential and real estate goals.

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Emotions

Buying real estate is often an emotional decision, but when selling real estate you need to remove emotions from the equation.

You need to think of your house as a marketable commodity, Property, a piece Real estate. Your goal is to get others to see it as their potential home, no longer yours. If you do not consciously make this decision, you can inadvertently create a situation where it takes longer to sell your property.

Make your House Anonymous

The reason you want to make your home "anonymous" is because you want buyers to view it as their potential home. When a potential homebuyer sees your family photos hanging on the wall, it puts your own brand on the home and momentarily shatters their illusions about living in the house themselves.

Put away family photos, sports trophies, collectible items, knick-knacks, and souvenirs. Put them in a box. Rent a storage area for a few months and put the box in the storage unit.

Uncluttering the House

After years of living in the same home, clutter collects in such a way that may not be evident to the homeowner. However, it does affect the way buyers see the home, even if you do not realize it.

The kitchen is a good place to start removing clutter, because it is an easy place to start.

First, get everything off the counters. Everything. Even the toaster. Put the toaster in a cabinet and take it out when you use it. Find a place where you can store everything in cabinets and drawers. You see, homebuyers will open all your cabinets and drawers, especially in the kitchen. They want to be sure there is enough room for their "stuff." If your kitchen cabinets, pantries, and drawers look jammed full, it sends a negative message to the buyer and does not promote an image of plentiful storage space. The best way to do that is to have as much "empty space" as possible. This apply to room closets, basements, keep them clean.

Cost of repairs

Do not do anything expensive, such as remodeling. If possible, use savings to pay for any repairs and improvements – do not go charging up credit cards or obtaining new loans. Remember that part of selling a house is also preparing to buy your next home. You do not want to do anything that will affect your credit scores or hurt your ability to qualify for your next home mortgage.

House Interior

Check all the ceilings for water stains, whether the leak is caused by plumbing or a faulty roof. Find the leak and repair it and make sure a proper job is done. Unless your carpet appears old and worn, or it is definitely an outdated style or color, you probably should do nothing more than hire a good carpet cleaner. Repair or replace broken floor tiles, but do not spend a lot of money on anything.

Windows, Doors and Odor Control

Check all of your windows to make sure they open and close easily. If not, a spray of WD40 often helps. Make sure there are no cracked or broken windowpanes. If there are, replace them before you begin showing your home. For those who smoke, you might want to minimize smoking indoors while trying to sell your home. For those with cats, be sure to empty kitty litter boxes daily and use plenty of baking soda. For dog owners, keep the dog outdoors as much as possible, even those adorable lovable little dogs. You might also try sprinkling carpet freshener on the carpet on a periodic basis.

House Exterior

The big decision is whether to paint or not to paint. When you look at your house from across the street, does it look tired and faded? If so, a paint job may be in order. It is often a very good investment and really spruces up the appearance of a house, adding dollars to offers from potential homebuyers. When choosing a color, it should not be something garish and unusual, but a color that fits well in your neighborhood. As for the roof, if it look old or worn, clean it or hire a company. There are several companies that can clean, and seal the roof to make it look years newer.

Front Entry Way

The front door should be especially sharp, since it is the entryway into the house. Polish the door fixture so it gleams. If the door needs refinishing or repainting, make sure to get that done. If you have a cute little plaque or shingle with your family name on it, remove it. Even if it is just on the mailbox. You can always put it up again once you move. Get a new plush door mat, too. This is something else you can take with you once you move. Make sure the lock works easily and the key fits properly. When a homebuyer comes to visit your home, the agent uses the key from the lock box to unlock the door.

Is your landscaping at least average for the neighborhood? If it is not, buy a few bushes and plant them. Do not put in trees. If you have an area for flowers, buy mature colorful flowers and plant them. They add a splash of vibrancy and color, creating a favorable first impression. Your lawn should be evenly cut, freshly edged, well watered, and free of brown spots. Always rake up loose leaves and grass cuttings.

Why use me when selling your house

• Internet : Our website is area targeted, and a very popular place to showcase your property. Your property will receive it's own internet advertising campaign, placing it's information on the front pages of popular search engines as Google and AOL. Statistics show that over 70% of homebuyers search for homes on the internet.
• Paper Advertising : The other 30% search for homes through paper advertising. Our properties are routinely marketed on area newspapers and Real Estate Magazines.
• MLS : Your property's information can be posted on the MLS so any of the over 30,000 Realtors working with qualified buyers can assist in the sale of your house. Including the internet MLS which available to the public.
• Yard Sign : Our Company had a graphic designer create a visually attractive yard sign to catch the eyes of those drivers.
• Open Houses : Are another great way to attract Buyers.
  Several key factors will influence the sale of your house
• Properly pricing your house : Buyers want to buy your house for as little as possible! Through detailed comparisons between your house, recently sold houses, and other properties currently on the market, together we can determine what your property is really worth, and with our knowledge of the real estate market we can estimate the maximum buyer's will be willing to pay. In the industry this is called a Comparative Market Analysis or CMA. I will do this for you, for FREE.
• Time Lines : Buyers have their own timelines, which might not be yours! I make sure they don't waste your time by qualifying them as to their real ability to afford your home. I will ensure the contract call for proper guidelines that meet our selling criteria and time frames.

Selling your house is one of the most important decisions you will make in your life. How much is it REALLY worth? How long will it take to sell? How do you handle buyers making undesirable offers? Will my Realtor personally answer my calls (Give me a call and find out 954-449 1424).

I can help guide you through this complicated process, from beginning to end. I want you to get the maximum value for your home, within YOUR time frame. You pay NO up front Real Estate Costs for my services! So you can bet that I will work hard to get your house sold, for as much as this market will possibly bear.

Call (954-449 1424) or email me. Ask for a free In-Home Presentation. I will come to your house or office, and present you a plan that details exactly how I will market your house. There is absolutely no obligation so don't let this opportunity pass. It is part of my job Realtor to offer you this service.

Guillermo Wolf (english / spanish)
gwolf@eastcoastgroup.com
Ph 954 449 1424
Fax 954 449 0121