New Year's Resolution by Roz Bailey Realtor

If one of your goals for 2011 is to sell your home, then you will need to make a few resolutions to get that goal accomplished. Whether this is your first time putting your home on the market or you’re relisting it to attract new buyers, here are 4 pledges you should make:

Resolution #1: I will get real about the facts.

To sell your home in 2011, you need to know the truth about the real estate market and where your home stands. You will need to get the real scoop on pricing your home to sell, as you don’t want it to sit on the market because it is overpriced.  In addition, make sure this move makes sense for you. Determine what your goals are with selling this home, why do you want to or need to sell and how important it is to you. Establish expectations up front so you know what you are aiming to meet.

Resolution #2: I will assess the competition.

There are two main factors that home buyers are on the look-out for when searching for a home, price and condition. In order to sell, your home needs to beat the competition in one or both of these areas; therefore, you need to research the competition. Visit nearby open houses and examine the condition of the home, get a sense of buyer traffic and compare your property.

Resolution #3: I will get down and dirty.

When you were a kid do you remember getting the cherished Christmas gift you begged for only so see the dreaded words ‘assembling required’? It’s kind of a letdown to know you have it, but it requires some work to make it perfect. Home buyers feel the same way if you give them a ‘to-do’ list prior to move-in. So make a list of the little repairs you’ve been meaning to do and get them done! Repair or replace loose knobs, uneven cabinet doors, chipped tile and frayed carpet fixed prior to putting your home on the market.


Resolution #4: I will strategize accordingly.

Now that the basics are covered, you can formulate a plan of attack. You and your agent will cover the list price, list date, open house dates as well as pre-work (see resolution #3) needing to be done. You both can decide a strategy if your home should sit on the market for X number of days or what type of concessions you’ll begin to make (i.e. closing costs, personal property, etc.). I would also recommend getting a gist of your agent’s marketing plan and how you can help spread the word.

Roz Bailey

Allen Tate Realtors

Lake Wylie, SC 29710

Cell-704-913-4754

Office- 803-222-8547

http://www.rozbailey.com/