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Answers (20)
- Terri Rigdon, "terririgdon"
- Contributions:102
I recommend you start with your friends, family and co-workers. Many times, they have utilized the services of a realtor they would recommend. Then, you'll have a good base of agents to begin your interview process. This gives you the ability to choose an agent who you feel most comfortable with. Because they were referred to you, you should already feel comfortable with their expertise and ability to handle you listing.
- Michael Pickett, "Occasio Realty"
- Contributions:91
You should start by interviewing agents. You should ask their experience, test their knowledge, and see if they are the right fit for you. We use all the tools available today to get your home sold, but some agents don't do anything other than put it on the MLS. If you'd like, we can give you a set of interview questions to screen your agents.
- Scott Chancellor, "Scott Chancellor"
- Contributions:46
Hi,
Get a Realtor that you trust and Price Your Home to Sell. It's that easy.
Good luck.
Get a Realtor that you trust and Price Your Home to Sell. It's that easy.
Good luck.
- Maria Avellaneda, "MAvellaneda"
- Contributions:270
You have received good info; remember that in real state you should get what you pay for. Not all agents are he same. Look and see at the listings and you can see how little some agents do for their clients and others do a lot. A full time agent has expenses regardless of income. So commissions are intended to pay for the work in general. They are negotiable but buyer agents also look at how much they are going to get. These and any other matters need to be considered. Price being the most important . You are only going to sell your home fast if you price it right with the of a good agent.
- Mike Johnson, "Mike Johnson 1"
- Contributions:3
There's a lot more to it when it comes to CMA's based on what's for sale & what recently sold to finding that "magic #". You must consider condition (of your home vs local competition - physically AND if in distressed mode or not), $/sq', amenities (careful not to "upgrade yourself out of the market"), financials (what is owed and estimated settlement costs), etc...
Ask about our special buyer/seller tools (invite only) which provides latest happening autmatically & tracks online activity.
Bottom line is: If it's not on the market, it won't sell.
Ask about our special buyer/seller tools (invite only) which provides latest happening autmatically & tracks online activity.
Bottom line is: If it's not on the market, it won't sell.
- Debra (Debbie) Rose, "Livingston NJ"
- Contributions:2727
Nice6Bed - Please know that all real estate commissions are negotiable!!!
You shoudln't "expect" to pay any stated amount, and any agent who says that needs to read up on the Sherman Anit-trust laws asap!
In this day and age, as a consumer, you have options. One might be to list with a 'full service" Broker...you can also list with a flat fee broker who will charge you a fee to put your home on the multiple listing service, and you will handle the sale much like a for sale by owner.
There are various options. Look into all of them.
If you go with "a budget agent" (whatever that means) - that will be your decision, and it doesn't necessarily mean you will be shortchanged, as I don't know what "budget" means.
You need to interview several agents - ask for a detailed marketing plan (in writing)..........and also ask for a list of homes they recently marketed in your area. Make sure your home wil be placed on the MLS and a variety of internet sites.
The agents will also make suggestions as to what you can do to make your home "show better".
If you ultimately list your home - list with someone who knows your market and will be HONEST with you - not tell you what you might want to hear.
Pricing the home right (at the very start of the listing) is the key to getting it sold
Best wishes..........
You shoudln't "expect" to pay any stated amount, and any agent who says that needs to read up on the Sherman Anit-trust laws asap!
In this day and age, as a consumer, you have options. One might be to list with a 'full service" Broker...you can also list with a flat fee broker who will charge you a fee to put your home on the multiple listing service, and you will handle the sale much like a for sale by owner.
There are various options. Look into all of them.
If you go with "a budget agent" (whatever that means) - that will be your decision, and it doesn't necessarily mean you will be shortchanged, as I don't know what "budget" means.
You need to interview several agents - ask for a detailed marketing plan (in writing)..........and also ask for a list of homes they recently marketed in your area. Make sure your home wil be placed on the MLS and a variety of internet sites.
The agents will also make suggestions as to what you can do to make your home "show better".
If you ultimately list your home - list with someone who knows your market and will be HONEST with you - not tell you what you might want to hear.
Pricing the home right (at the very start of the listing) is the key to getting it sold
Best wishes..........
- Gordon Haraway, "1stTimebuySpecialist"
- Contributions:250
It sounds like you are on a tight timeline, I'm in Crofton so am familer with your market. I also am an active investor (not in your area) and have bought and sold a few homes over the last few years. The longest time it took ofr one of my properties to go under contract was 30 days from the listing date.In order to sell quick what I have forund is you must have the home in good condition, freshly painted and NO CLUTTER. rent a storgage place if you need to but clear it out except for a few well placed nice furniture pieces in each room.
Then find a good real estate agent, expect to pay 6% commission, if you go with a budget agent you will just short change yourself. Interview a couple or I would be happy to refer a top agent that works out of Arbutus.
Do not over price the home, if anything underprice it by 2 or 3 thousand. You want to satnd out as the best house for the best price. If you price it too high it could sit on the market for a while. Remember the Market doesn't care how much you owe and doesn't care how much you have invested - the market is just the market. Best of leck - Gordon
Then find a good real estate agent, expect to pay 6% commission, if you go with a budget agent you will just short change yourself. Interview a couple or I would be happy to refer a top agent that works out of Arbutus.
Do not over price the home, if anything underprice it by 2 or 3 thousand. You want to satnd out as the best house for the best price. If you price it too high it could sit on the market for a while. Remember the Market doesn't care how much you owe and doesn't care how much you have invested - the market is just the market. Best of leck - Gordon
- sunnyview
- Contributions:25120
You want a professional that takes time to answer questions and is focused on you as a client instead of on their own timeline.
- Rosana Shekman, Broker ABR, "Rosana Shekman Owner"
- Contributions:700
The best way - inreview proffessionals
- check on productivity
-marketing plan.
Good luck!
- check on productivity
-marketing plan.
Good luck!
- Zelda Kohn, "RE by Design"
- Contributions:60
If you don't want to waste your time and sell it fast, forget about flat fee brokers, forget about trying to sell it by yourself. Talk to couple of local agents and do not rush to list your home with anybody until it is ready for the show. Remember, you only get 1 chance at the 1st impression! You maybe be able to find an agent familiar with staging, if not find a professional stager. Not only it'll help you sell your home faster, it'll get you a better selling price. Good luck!
- Frieda Triebel, "Frieda Triebel"
- Contributions:234
Selling for the best possible price, at the best terms, and with the most convenience to you are the key factors. A reputable, experienced agent in yyour marketplace plays a key role in a successful sale.
- Heidi Henry, "stylehouserealty"
- Contributions:11
There is a lot involved in preparing your home before listing it. Your agent should be able to walk you through, every step of the way, and assist you with the entire process.
Your best bet is to interview several agents, and see which one fits your needs the most- from knowledge of the area you are selling in, to marketing strategies, etc... You should feel 100% confident and comfortable with who you choose.
Your best bet is to interview several agents, and see which one fits your needs the most- from knowledge of the area you are selling in, to marketing strategies, etc... You should feel 100% confident and comfortable with who you choose.
- Albert Hepp, "Flat Fee MLS"
- Contributions:103
First decide if you want to go with a traditional agent who charges a higher commission, or a flat fee MLS Broker who will get your property listed in the Realtors Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and hundreds of the most popular real estate websites out there. Flat Fee MLS has been a very successful option for Baltimore area home sellers, who want to save their hard-earned equity. The service typically costs around $500, and includes assistance by an Maryland real estate licensee, all the forms necessary to sell, agent-friendly yard sign, and other options you may want to consider. Statistically, it the MLS listing that is most likely to connect the seller and the buyer. In fact, MLS listings connect the buyer with the seller more often then open houses, newspaper ads, agent advertising combined.
Flat Fee MLS can also be faster than the process of finding multiple agents and interviewing them-sellers can be on the MLS often within 24 hours when they are in a hurry.
When choosing a flat fee listing service, make sure you:
1. Call them--Calling the broker is an excellent way to see how responsive and helpful they are. If you always go to voicemail, that speaks loudly to their responsiveness,
2. Check their background-the Better Business Bureau website is an excellent place to check (put the company name in at http://greatermd.bbb.org), and
3. Make sure they guarantee in writing that you will be listed in the Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc. (MRIS) Multiple Listing Service, Inc. (owned by/affiliated with the Greater Baltimore Board of Realtors). This is the MLS used by all the agents in the Baltimore Area.
4. Check online review websites for complaints or compliments from satisfied customers.
Avoid the lowest price flat fee brokers, there are some very questionable flat fee websites out there, and if you research them you will find out why. My website has links to reputable brokers in 48 states as well. Good luck with your home sale.
Flat Fee MLS can also be faster than the process of finding multiple agents and interviewing them-sellers can be on the MLS often within 24 hours when they are in a hurry.
When choosing a flat fee listing service, make sure you:
1. Call them--Calling the broker is an excellent way to see how responsive and helpful they are. If you always go to voicemail, that speaks loudly to their responsiveness,
2. Check their background-the Better Business Bureau website is an excellent place to check (put the company name in at http://greatermd.bbb.org), and
3. Make sure they guarantee in writing that you will be listed in the Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc. (MRIS) Multiple Listing Service, Inc. (owned by/affiliated with the Greater Baltimore Board of Realtors). This is the MLS used by all the agents in the Baltimore Area.
4. Check online review websites for complaints or compliments from satisfied customers.
Avoid the lowest price flat fee brokers, there are some very questionable flat fee websites out there, and if you research them you will find out why. My website has links to reputable brokers in 48 states as well. Good luck with your home sale.
- Nathan Colmer, "NathanColmer"
- Contributions:257
A lot of good advice here. You should indeed contact local agents (more than one) and compare what they have to offer. Good Luck!
- Mary Frances LaGanke, "Mary Frances LaGanke"
- Contributions:13
First step....ask friends and family to recommend a real estate agent. Then interview three agents to get their opinion on price, condition, the market. Then choose an agent based on who you are most comfortable with, who seems to have the skills and experience to sell your home, and who will work hard for you. The agent you choose can advise you on the rest of the home selling process. Good luck!
- Marney Kirk, "realtormarney"
- Contributions:251
Your first step should be to contact a professional real estate agent. Depending on where you are in Baltimore, there may be either a large or small number of people who know your area well, and interviewing at least two is a good idea.
To sell it quickly, you will need to listen to the agent you choose about where to price it and what to do to either fix it up or clean it out to make it most appealing to a buyer.
If I can be of further service to you, please let me know.
Thank you, and good luck!
Sincerely,
Marney Kirk
Keller Williams Excellence Realty
To sell it quickly, you will need to listen to the agent you choose about where to price it and what to do to either fix it up or clean it out to make it most appealing to a buyer.
If I can be of further service to you, please let me know.
Thank you, and good luck!
Sincerely,
Marney Kirk
Keller Williams Excellence Realty
- Richard Thomas, "Rich Thomas"
- Contributions:22
Hello,
You should start by contacting a few local realtors and request an interview and a competetive market analysis (CMA). After meeting with the realtors decide which one has the best overall plan to sell your home (this includes a competitiive market price and a detailed marketing plan), you will also want to take into consideration how you "mesh" with the personality of the realtor. It is a partnership and you'll want to have a good working relationship.
Trust your "gut" as they say and you'll do fine.
You should start by contacting a few local realtors and request an interview and a competetive market analysis (CMA). After meeting with the realtors decide which one has the best overall plan to sell your home (this includes a competitiive market price and a detailed marketing plan), you will also want to take into consideration how you "mesh" with the personality of the realtor. It is a partnership and you'll want to have a good working relationship.
Trust your "gut" as they say and you'll do fine.
- Deborah Garvin, "loanmonarch"
- Contributions:438
I would interview a couple/few agents who specialize in your area and/or get a referral. Pricing your home correctly makes all the difference in the world, a real estate agent should be able to give you accurate pricing. Once you find an agent you want to work with, trust and respect their opinion on pricing your home. Over pricing will cost you money in the long run.
- Paul Burton, "PaulBurton"
- Contributions:21
I am a little partial, but I would reccomend contacting a Realtor and letting them take the stress of selling your home off of your shoulders.
The most important things are:
Price
Staging
Advertising
All Realtors should offer a Competitive Market Analysis that shows what homes are selling for in your neighborhood which gives you an idea where to price yours.
Find your price, then remove clutter. Take down photos, downsize furniture, and clean every chance you get.
Then take pics and put them everywhere you can think of.
Hope that helps.
The most important things are:
Price
Staging
Advertising
All Realtors should offer a Competitive Market Analysis that shows what homes are selling for in your neighborhood which gives you an idea where to price yours.
Find your price, then remove clutter. Take down photos, downsize furniture, and clean every chance you get.
Then take pics and put them everywhere you can think of.
Hope that helps.
I would like to sell my home ASAP. Where doIi start today?
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