Many sellers think they can save money by not listing their property with a real estate professional. The truth is, NOT listing with us will probably COST YOU money!
The most obvious benefit of listing your property is our marketing plan for your property. We provide the following marketing benefits:
Your property is included in the MLS (Multiple Listing Service) data base where all other participating Realtors in the region have immediate access to information about and pictures of your property. 82 percent of all home sales are a result of agent contacts including previous clients, referrals, friends, family, and other personal associates. When people are shopping for a home, most call a real estate agent - they don't drive around looking for "For Sale by Owner" signs.
Your property is included on the most widely used Internet web sites for home sales. Over 39 percent of home buyers use realtor.com or realestateinwv.com to locate property, then contact their real estate agent. Your property will be included on both of those webs sites as well as on www. homelandrealtywv.com
Your property is included in the "Homes for Sale" booklets that most home shoppers pick up for free at area shopping centers.
Your property is included in our weekly newspaper ads in both Upshur and Lewis Counties. We spend hundreds of dollars a month on advertising so you don't have to.
We conduct open houses and feature displays of ALL of our listings at each open house. We will also plan, promote, and conduct an open house at your property is you desire.
We promote your property in many other ways, including attractive yard signs, mailings to potential buyers, and more!
Another benefit is the security we provide. When property is marketed with an agent's help, you don't have to be in your home alone with a total stranger. Agents generally pre-screen and accompany qualified prospects through your property. You also have the security of knowing you are avoiding legal trouble. Real estate transactions are fraught with potential liability for sellers. Trying to sell your home without a professionally prepared contract and without required disclosure forms could result in an expensive buyer lawsuit after the transaction closes. We know the legal requirements and protect you each step of the way! Real estate transactions are big financial investments; It would be foolish to consider a deal in real estate without our professional assistance.
We are also invaluable in the negotiating process. Potential buyers will spend more time looking at your home if it is listed with us. They are also more inclined to make an offer if they are not negotiating directly with you, the owner. Having an agent creates an effective emotional buffer that encourages the negotiating process. We can help you objectively evaluate every buyer's proposal without compromising your marketing position. The initial agreement is only the beginning of a process of appraisals, inspections, and financing - a lot of possible pitfalls. We'll help yo write a legally binding, win-win agreement that will be more likely to make it through the process.
Real estate is NOT a 9-5 job for us. We are here when you need us and when potential buyers want information about your property. We take our phone calls all hours of the day, seven days a week (so you don't have to). If we are unavailable briefly, we DO promptly return our phone calls as soon as we retrieve our messages. Our professional staff is the right choice for all of your real estate needs! Call us today!
