The Value I Add

It sounds like you're gearing up to sell your house and are considering whether to go it alone or hire a professional. Selling a house independently involves numerous steps, each with its own set of challenges. Here a some of the pitfalls I can help you avoid to get you the most money for your home within your desired timeline.

Pricing It Right: Without access to the most recent sales numbers in your neighborhood, how can you price your home to attract the most buyers while at the same time working to accomplish your monetary goals?

• The official sales numbers come from the Multiple Listing Service (think Realtor-only Zillow). I provide you with detailed analysis on the how to price your home to get the most interest in the quickest time.

Advertising: You'll need to figure out the best ways to market your property, which could include online listings, social media posts, and printed materials. Setting a budget for advertising and deciding where to allocate resources is crucial.

• Being part of the largest brokerage in San Antonio which puts me in direct contact with the largest agent network in Texas. My advertising includes all major sites like Realtor.com, Zillow and most importantly, the MLS - where agents do their home searches for their clients.

Open Houses and Private Showings: Organizing these events requires flexibility and availability, as you'll need to prepare your home each time and be present to answer questions from potential buyers.

• I get you set you up in the ShowingTime system so you can see when showings are booked, gives you real time buyer feedback and you can even set the parameters of showing times and advanced notices. The Open House system that we use includes not just signage but mailers and neighborhood contact to see who knows family and friends wanting to move into your area.
  

Negotiating Purchase Offers: This can be one of the trickiest aspects, especially if you're not experienced in real estate negotiations and the other side has employed an experienced Real Estate Agent. For example, did you know that the following are negotiable and embedded within the sales contract: Option Period, Title Insurance, Survey, Closing Costs, HOA Transfer Fees, Appraisal Waiver, Contingency Addendum? But wait...there's more!

• Did you know that there are 33 ways a buyer can back out of a contract and only 2 ways that a buyer can? Don't find out the hard way. Let me negotiate a deal giving you the most money for your home as I have with so many others.

Contract Contingencies: Deals often come with contingencies such as inspections, appraisals, and financing, which need to be managed carefully to ensure they don’t derail the sale.

• Addenda, Amendments and Deadlines - oh my! Don't leave your biggest investment to chance. Leave it to the professionally licensed men and women who have dedicated their time to the profession. I'm here for you.

Paperwork: The volume of ever changing paperwork involved in selling a home can be daunting. It's important to handle this correctly to avoid future legal issues.

• If you don't know the contracts being used, how can you know how to use them? The buyers on the other side of the deal have a trusted professional in their corner. Shouldn't you?

Given these complexities, working with a seasoned real estate professional is highly recommended. I bring expertise in marketing, negotiation, and managing the legal aspects of a sale. My experience can also help in showcasing your home in the best light, potentially leading to a faster sale at a better price. Choosing a professional with a strong track record can provide peace of mind and significantly simplify the process for you!