Real Estate Blog - Seller

Seller Tips: The Advantages of a Comparable Market Analysis

What is a competitive market analysis and what role does it play in the home selling process?

This question is often asked by home sellers when they put their Jacksonville home on the market. If you are working with a real estate agent, he or she will likely use a competitive market analysis, often referred to as CMA, to determine the listing price for your home.

A CMA can be a short, one or two-page document, or it can be a rather lengthy and in-depth document. The detail and size of the CMA for your Jacksonville property will largely depend on your agent. However, most CMAs detail the following information:

• Active Listings – Active listings are essentially all homes that are currently for sale in your area. The active listings…

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How do you Sell a Home that Needs Repairs, Updates or Improvements?

We all know that the housing market is competitive right now amongst home sellers. There are more sellers than buyers and the large inventory of homes is enough to make any seller more than a bit nervous.

So, what can you do to attract home buyers if your Jacksonville home needs repairs, updates or improvements? The biggest question, in fact, among homeowners in this situation is: is it worth it to make repairs or improvements or to sell my house in its current condition?

The answer to this question is not as cut and dry as it may seem. In fact, the decision to make repairs and improvements on your home can vary widely depending on the town and neighborhood in which you live.

Your best bet when making the decision to sell your home as-is or make…

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Wow your Buyers with your Outdoor Spaces

It is up to you, as the seller, to draw your buyers in by showing off your Jacksonville Beach home’s best assets. So, don’t overlook your outdoor living spaces in the process!

If you are fortunate enough to have additional living space in the form of a porch, sunroom, lanai or deck, show it off and reap the rewards with better offers!

Add Some Color

If your front porch looks neglected and dull, then it should come as no surprise that your buyers walked right past it. A front porch is the perfect opportunity to set the tone of your Jacksonville Beach home.

Make the most of it by adding outdoor furniture, accessories and plants. Start with durable, outdoor furniture and top it off with colorful, outdoor cushions, pillows and throw rugs. Today’s…

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Seller Tips: Quick Tips for Removing Stubborn Wallpaper

One of the best things you can do when selling your St. Johns County property is to produce a clean palette of sorts. That means removing all of the home’s décor that isn’t neutral. Unfortunately, this means wallpaper usually has to go.

Buyers are much more likely to feel comfortable about purchasing a St. Johns County property that doesn’t have your favorite floral wallpaper flowing throughout the first floor. It may be the perfect wallpaper for you, but chances are your buyers are not going to feel the same.

With that said, it’s time to tackle the wallpapered walls in your home. If the thought of peeling wallpaper gives you the hives, then you’re not alone. Luckily, however, there are a variety of wallpaper removal methods to facilitate the task…

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Is Your Home Ready To Sell?

Sometimes when homeowners decide to sell their homes, for a variety of reasons, they do not consider how potential buyers may feel about the home’s condition. Unfortunately, the condition of your home can be a determining factor for whether or not a home buyer will make an offer on your house.

If you live in the Jacksonville Beach area, you should be aware that there a lot of choices for buyers in the market for Jacksonville Beach properties. It is very important that your home is in good order to get the very best price. It would not be wise to ignore small repairs to your home that could potentially make your home worth much more if they were done in advance.

Small Details Can Equal Big Bucks

Buyers who are looking to purchase Jacksonville…

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Tips For Selling Your St. Johns County Home

When you put up your home for sale in St. Johns County, you are probably hoping for a quick sale. If you have hired a real estate agent, you are moving in the right direction. A real estate agent can help you to sell your home more quickly and can offer valuable insight into St. Johns County real estate. Additionally, these tips for selling your St. Johns County property will ensure your home is sold as quickly as possible for the best possible price.   

Tip # 1 – Set A Competitive Price

Though you may be hoping to make a lot of money from the potential sale of your home, it is important to be realistic. There are a lot of homes for sale in St. Johns County, so work with your agent to compromise on a competitive price. If your home is overpriced, you…

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Simple Home Repairs For Your Jacksonville Property

For some homeowners, home maintenance and home repairs can often feel overwhelming. Home repairs do not have to be performed on a large scale though, as there are several do-it-yourself projects that almost any homeowner can successfully complete. This article gives you several do-it-yourself tips for a few different home repairs. Jacksonville real estate, which is kept updated and in good repair, will be easier to sell when the time is right.

Tip # 1 – Fixing A Leaky Faucet

Fixing a leaky faucet is easier than it sounds. First, turn off the water supply. Second, open up the faucet and drain all excess water out of the pipes. Next, plug the sink with a towel or drain plug to prevent any screws or parts from going down the drain. Then, use a…

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St. Johns County Property - The Importance Of Home Maintenance

If you have recently purchased a home, or if you are planning to purchase one of the St. Johns County homes for sale, it is wise to know the importance of home maintenance. Your new home will likely be the biggest investment you ever make, therefore it is important to care for it as such.

Whether it is something small such as paint peeling in the bathroom or a creaky floor board in your hardwood floors, taking care of problems as you notice them will help you to avoid costly repairs in the future. Additionally, in the event that you want to sell your home, keeping up with the maintenance of your St. Johns County property will pay off in the form of a higher resale value.

Should You Do It Yourself Or Hire A Professional?

It is important to be…

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New Expectations in the Mortgage Market

The vacillation of the stock market is being seen in the mortgage market in their rates, terms and timing.   You've probably heard that lenders have been strengthening their guidelines requiring higher credit scores for the best rates and/or bigger down payments from borrowers.   You might of heard that lender are changing their programs more regularly. But have you heard of buyers going to the closing table and the lender no longer keeping to the terms that were offered?  I am being told that it is happening.   In addition, I am just being told that the rates the lenders are charging can change up to 4 times a day!  So if your mortgage broker calls you with a great rate and you don't lock in ... you can pretty much be assured that the…

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Selling FSBO May = Catastrophe

Taking the tiger by the tail selling For Sale By Owner may work out and save you a little bit of money.  But before you do, make sure you are comfortable risking the dangers and pitfalls of doing so.

 Here are some things to consider for your protection.

 The Breakdown:

 Many say they have a hard time paying “all that commission” for the sale of their home. However, upon closer evaluation, the 6% commission generally breaks down as follows:

 Commission is split fifty/fifty by the selling and purchasing agent.   If another Realtor has buyers that wish to purchase your home, you would still be bound to paying that agent’s 3% commission in order to get his buyers.  A Selling Agent has an agreement with his or her brokerage who may require up to half…

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