Home Sellers
When it comes time for you to sell your property, will you be ready? Before taking on the task of it on the market, there are a many things to take into consideration.
What's Your Price?
Market demand, seasonality of sales, location, and other variables affect your home's value. It can be a very helpful and time-saving option to consult a Realtor® who can provide accurate and up-to-date price comparisons. One of the most important things a professional real estate agent can do for you is recommend a fair and reasonable asking price that enhances the chance of sale at the true market value of the property.
Advertising Your Home and Security.
Putting your home up for sale on your own requires you to advertise. Again, consulting a Realtor® will be helpful in this situation. They have experience in creating copy and access to a multiable listing service that brings the buyers to you.
A real estate agent acts as a filter for you. They screen potential buyers, matching their needs and desires to the right home. They understand buyer's financial situations. Realtors® separate Buyers who are seriously looking for a new home from those who are just looking. Most importantly, they work for you, scheduling showings at times that fit into your life.
You Have a Buyer, Now What?
Whether you succeed in finding a Buyer on your own or you are assisted by a Realtor®, there comes a time when negotiations begin. One of the advantages of working with a real estate agent is having them act as your negotiator, go-between, and adviser. They can be an objective voice during the transaction and can work to avoid any potential contract misunderstandings before they happen.
Financing.
The potential buyer of your home will also be faced with the question of financing. Many new home buyers are going to be new to the world of mortgage lending as well, and having a Realtor® to assist in this aspect of the transaction can be helpful. Often times, the real estate agents will have worked closely with lenders in the past, and they will be able to suggest various financial institutions that will be able to help the buyer to receive funding.
Closing.
Once you have a Buyer, now what? Your job is not over yet. Appropriate deposits must be made. Certain third parties must be brought in. And a vast amount of paperwork must be completed. The potential for costly errors at this stage of the transaction is considerable. Make it easy on yourself!
We at Great Northern Title & Abstract, Inc., are ready to assist with your closing and will provide you the service and confidence you deserve.