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Self Listing

About Tim and Karen

Getting the most $$$ for your home

Good bargains are found for buyers when homes have not been prepared for the market prior to listing the for sale. Sellers lose thousands of dollars by not taking a small amount of time and preparing their home or property so that it sparkles, shows well, and its high value salable features are enhanced. You want to get the highest return for your efforts and money spent in the preparation of getting your home or property ready for sale. Listing your house or property for sale is an art. As your realtor, I can give you guidance as to what buyers and other Realtors will take notice of and what is your best return on investment for renovations, repairs, and clean up work. I will help advice you on how to get the highest price for your home and sell it quickly.

Getting your house ready for sale

Make your house sparkle and clutter free. Clean up clutter and make your home appear as roomy as possible. Many people have found the small expense of renting storage space to temporarily remove items that take up space around the home has paid huge dividends. You can make 1,200 square feet suddenly feel like 1,400 square feet. At approximately $200 per square foot, you just added a huge perceived value.

Make minor repairs

Fix the little things that are noticeable. Fix sticky windows and doors. Fix or realign closet doors. Do not have dripping facets. If the toilet is badly stained, maybe buy a new one. It is the little things that often turn buyers off.

Increase curb appeal

Clean up the yard, driveway and landscaping. I know this sounds obvious, but it is amazing how many people do not take the time or hire someone to clean up their property prior to selling. Thousands of dollars are thrown away by simply not making the exterior of your home sparkle. It is my job to help you with evaluating what would be a good return on your investment in time and money spent.

Make potential buyers feel at home

It may sound corny, but baking some cookies and leaving them out with a note to help yourself is a great way to make buyers feel at home.