Putting your home or property on the market can be one of the most exciting things you will ever do! Yes, you may be leaving the past behind but selling your current home or property allows you to look towards the future with enthusiasm and, most importantly, an exciting opportunity for growth.  We realize there are many factors when it comes to selling your home or property, but advertising your property has never been easier! We feel confident we can be one of your greatest assets in advertising your property and getting it out there for thousands of potential buyers to see!

Also, as additional support to help you through the selling process, we have included the following seller’s guide. While this guide is not all-inclusive, it will give you helpful tips from preparing your property for potential buyers to see to closing the sale. Our number one goal is to make your selling experience simple, hassle-free, and most of all cost-effective!

Prepare to Sell

Planning

Preparing Your Property to Show to Potential Buyers

First impressions can mean the difference between selling your property quickly, or having it sit on the market for a long period of time. An appealing home, yard, parking lot, etc. will be an attractive “First Step” for potential buyers visiting your property.  View your property with a critical eye. What can you do to make it more appealing? The changes you make do not have to be expensive. Consider the following:

On the Outside

• Keep the lawn mowed.  Remove all trash and debris from the premises
• Paint the house in a neutral color.  Repair major cracks in walkways and driveways
• Repair light fixtures.  Repair cracks in the foundation.  Store lawn equipment neatly
• Pay attention to the landscape. Plant some flowers.  Replace all light bulbs that may be out

On the Inside

• Clean your home or commercial building, including the carpet. Everything should sparkle.
• Repair leaky faucets.  Clean the kitchen and bathroom areas especially well.
• Eliminate odors and any items that others might consider to be offensive
• Eliminate clutter.  Organize sloppy areas.  Apply a fresh coat of paint, in a neutral color
  

Pricing Your Home or Property

There are several ways to determine the value of your home, vacant land or commercial property. Keep in mind, there could be a marked difference between the price you think your property is worth and the price the public or investor is willing to pay. You don’t want to over-inflate the price of your property to the extent that it is on the market for a lengthy period of time and people start to think there is something wrong with it. On the other hand, you don’t want to under price your property either. Just a little investigation goes a long way. Here are a few things, which can help you determine the value of your property:

• Look in the local newspaper for comparable properties for sale in your area. Some major newspapers provide information, by zip code, about homes, which were recently sold. You can also do your own market analysis by checking the tax records of homes sold in your area.
• Hire a professional property appraiser. We can help you find one in your area.

Selling Your Property with Us

By advertising your property for sale with us you can take advantage of the power of the masses considering we have the potential to reach millions of people with your posting.  But most importantly, you know the exact amount you are paying to advertise your property.

Listing with a Real Estate Agent can be a great thing as well and we are not in competition with them. This is something completely different and exciting. In fact, if you are currently listed with an agent you may want to point them to this site and they can advertise your property for sale here as well. The more exposure your property gets the better chance you have of getting it sold Fast!!!

Now that your property is posted, or on its way to becoming posted on our site, what do you do next? As we mentioned previously, we know there are many factors when it comes to selling a piece of property, and even more if it is your personal home. But we feel confident in our ability to make the advertisement of your property a very easy part of that process.

If you still have questions after completing this process, please do not hesitate to email us 24 hours a day at taylormadeproperties1@yahoo.com.

Offering Incentives

• Incentives such as home warranties are a good way to attract buyers. The decision to offer them, however, is entirely up to you. Put in writing what you are willing to offer to prevent any misunderstandings.

Showing Your House

• You will maintain total control over showing your house.  If we are contacted directly, we will, however, let you know about all serious inquiries regarding your home.
• You will want to show your house to qualified buyers who are seriously considering purchasing a home. A pre-approved buyer has actually been approved for a loan from a credible lending institution. A pre-qualified buyer has an idea how much house he/she can afford.

Negotiating Your Sale

• Have the buyer read and sign the Property Disclosure Form. DO NOT, under any circumstances, hide defects in your property.
• Whether or not to accept an offer is your decision to make. Consider all offers, including those below your asking price. There's a chance the buyer may change his/her mind. You can always make a counter offer. Ask that the offer be in writing. You can consider other offers at this point. However, once you accept an offer and enter into a written sales contract, you are bound by the terms of that contract. Those terms could limit your ability to continue to market your house after you have signed a contract.
• While not required, we highly recommend hiring a real estate attorney or title company to review all legal documents and help you understand the contracts prior to the sale, including the Sales/Purchase Contract.
• In the Sales Contract, you can require a pre-qualification letter from the lender. You should receive the letter within 7 business days from the date the contract was signed by you and the buyer.
• Once the sales contract is signed, you must place the earnest money in an escrow account. This money is applied to the down payment during closing.
• It is important to maintain contact with the lending institution, the closing attorney, and, if applicable, the real estate agent. Obtain contact information as soon as you accept the offer.
  

Closing the Sale

With the final walk through completed, the seller, the closing attorney or title company and you will meet to finalize the sale. You may be asked to provide proof that repairs and termite inspections, for example, have been taken care of. The closing attorney is there to answer any questions you may have about the paperwork or to clarify information you do not fully understand. Once all of the paperwork is signed and the transfer of real property takes place, you will receive a check for your equity.