From Thanksgiving to the end of January, the Real Estate Market has typically been very slow. This year is no exception.
Not to say that I haven't been selling, just selling a lot less than I normally do. The economy overall has been taking a pounding. Enough to shut down car manufacturers for short time periods which I never thought would happen.
When buyers are cautious about buying a sweater, television or even a car, can you imagine their thoughts about buying a house? We are all in this market together so I'm sure you understand where I'm coming from.
The good news for our market is #1. House prices in our market have not taken a beating. Are we down a little in value? Sure. But it is a slight correction and our home prices are stable and sound and have paved the way for #2. We have a strong job market. Business is moving out of high priced areas and coming to places where cost of living is much less. Dallas is the 3rd strongest market right now behind Seattle and Houston. #3. Business relocation will continue to bring new buyers into our market and builders have slowed with oversupply. This should start healing the balance between supply and demand.
Call me and lets talk your real estate needs through. Thanks JJ.
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Monday, January 12, 2009
Monday, February 18, 2008
An expired listing?
Your home has failed to sell. What do you do now? Give me a call!
Even if you are not planning on listing your house with me, you need an agent that has worked with many buyers to go in and evaluate what a buyer is going to think of your property.
It is imperative that your new agent has a comprehensive marketing strategy that includes print, direct mail and internet advertising for your property.
I've never been working with so many buyers at one time. The DFW market is rolling on well.
Even if you are not planning on listing your house with me, you need an agent that has worked with many buyers to go in and evaluate what a buyer is going to think of your property.
It is imperative that your new agent has a comprehensive marketing strategy that includes print, direct mail and internet advertising for your property.
I've never been working with so many buyers at one time. The DFW market is rolling on well.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Realtors Can Help Sellers Market Their Homes!!
Posted by J.J. Chapa under For Buyers, For Sellers, General Information
Though there are other avenues available, experts consider it critical that someone interested in selling a home locate a Realtor to make sure the matter runs smoothly. A real estate agent should have a good working knowledge of the marketplace as well as the asking price of comparable homes. Realtors also should be able to provide a competent marketing strategy for your home.
When evaluating real estate agents, ask how they plan to market your home. Marketing your home includes ensuring that other real estate agents are exposed to it – statistics show that in some markets as many as 50 percent of real estate sales are cooperative efforts, that is a real estate agent other than the one you’ve hired brings in the buyer.
A real estate agent also will know the most effective ways to advertise your property. It may be listed in the local newspaper or featured on a home show. The agent also will know how much to advertise the home because too much advertising can, according to experts, give the impression the property has some problems.
The real estate agent provides many consolatory services to the seller. The agent will help you choose the best proposal or assist you in writing a counteroffer. An agent also can smooth the way for the appraisal, inspection and financing processes, help set up the closing and recommend reputable service providers. The seller also can rely on an agent to work in his behalf on paperwork that can be taxing if an unforeseen snag develops in the negotiating process.
Finally, a real estate transaction typically averages $100,000, a huge financial undertaking. Experts say it is as wise to have an agent help with the process of one of your biggest financial transactions.
Though there are other avenues available, experts consider it critical that someone interested in selling a home locate a Realtor to make sure the matter runs smoothly. A real estate agent should have a good working knowledge of the marketplace as well as the asking price of comparable homes. Realtors also should be able to provide a competent marketing strategy for your home.
When evaluating real estate agents, ask how they plan to market your home. Marketing your home includes ensuring that other real estate agents are exposed to it – statistics show that in some markets as many as 50 percent of real estate sales are cooperative efforts, that is a real estate agent other than the one you’ve hired brings in the buyer.
A real estate agent also will know the most effective ways to advertise your property. It may be listed in the local newspaper or featured on a home show. The agent also will know how much to advertise the home because too much advertising can, according to experts, give the impression the property has some problems.
The real estate agent provides many consolatory services to the seller. The agent will help you choose the best proposal or assist you in writing a counteroffer. An agent also can smooth the way for the appraisal, inspection and financing processes, help set up the closing and recommend reputable service providers. The seller also can rely on an agent to work in his behalf on paperwork that can be taxing if an unforeseen snag develops in the negotiating process.
Finally, a real estate transaction typically averages $100,000, a huge financial undertaking. Experts say it is as wise to have an agent help with the process of one of your biggest financial transactions.
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