THINKING OF SELLING?

One of the most common questions we receive is “when is the best time to sell?” Well, there is so much that goes into answering this one question there is not a single, universal answer. However, after years of discussion, we can say with confidence the best time to sell is when you’re comfortable and ready. So, are you comfortable? Are you ready? Let’s get started!

 

WHAT YOU GET WITH MARSH HOMETOWN REALTY

Selling a home with MHR is an experience. Not a process.

  • Constant Communication

  • Market Expertise

  • Professional Marketing

  • Expert Pricing Guidance

  • Professional Staging Guidance

  • Superior Satisfaction

 

WHY MARSH HOMETOWN REALTY?

Technology

24/7/365 Exposure
350 Search Engines
76,000 Websites

Teamwork

Working Together is our Default
We are Professionals with Common Goals
We are Client Centric

Reliability

Founded on Trust, Honesty & Integrity
Doing the Right Thing
Client’s Needs Come First

 

THE PLAN

Price
Stage
Place
Provide
Distribute

Optimize
Produce
Create
Target
Include

Advertise
Open
Attract
Provide

 

OPEN HOUSES

The Formula That Works

Sign in the Yard with Balloons
Directional Signs at all Corners
Fliers the Week Before
Blast Emails and Posted to Websites
100 Neighbors Invited
Personal Phone Calls the Morning of
$25 Amazon Gift Card Drawing

 

PRICING

What Doesn’t Matter

What You Paid
What Your Neighbors Say
Today’s Cost to Build
What You Want
What You Need

What Matters

Your Current Market
Home Condition
Home Location
Appeal

Price It Right

Buyers Have A Short Attention Span
Proper Pricing Attracts Buyers
Correct Pricing Generates Offers
An Overpriced Home Will Not Sell

 

THE FIRST 30 DAYS

  • A property generates the most interest when it first hits the market

  • The number of showings is greatest during this time if it is priced at a realistic market value

  • Starting too high and dropping the price later misses the excitement and fails to generate strong activity

  • Many homes that start high end up selling below market value

 

PREPARING TO SELL

Exterior

Keep the grass freshly cut
Remove all yard clutter
Apply fresh paint to wooden fences
Paint the front door
Weed/mulch to garden beds
Clean windows inside and out
Wash or paint home's exterior
Tighten and clean all door handles
Ensure gutters/downspouts are attached

Interior

Remove excessive wall hangings, furniture and knickknacks (consider a temporary storage unit)
Clean or paint walls and ceilings
Shampoo carpets
Clean and organize cabinets and closets
Repair all plumbing leaks, including faucets and drain traps
Clean all light fixtures

For Showings

Turn on all the lights
Open drapes in the daytime
Keep pets secured outdoors
Play quiet background music
Light the fireplace (if seasonally appropriate)
Infuse home with a comforting scent like apple spice or vanilla
Vacate the property while it is being shown

 

CLOSING 101

What to Bring

  • Photo ID

  • House Keys

  • Garage Door Opener

Typical Seller Costs

  • Mortgage balance and prepayment penalties, if applicable

  • Other claims against your property, such as unpaid property taxes

  • Unpaid special assessments on your property

  • Document stamps (or taxes) on the deed

  • Real estate commission

  • Legal fee or title insurance premium

Keep

  • Copies of All Closing Docs

  • Copies of All Home Improvement Receipts

 

READY TO SELL?

Christian Marsh
Licensed Real Estate Broker
Marsh Hometown Realty
Hoosick Falls NY 12090

MarshHometownRealty.net

(518) 961-9077
Chris@MarshHometownRealty.net