Being a Realtor means I get to give you something of great value--my knowledge, expertise and the ability to remember or understand just exactly what the selling or buying of a home means to you. After your children, your home is probably your most prized possession. There is emotional and monetary value attachment.
Your home is a representation of you; and much like your children, a great deal of time, energy and effort is invested. Your home is where parties are given, birthdays celebrated, new babies gushed over and wedding showers planned. That is why your home is so central to who you are. Your purpose, your plan, your life is all encompassed in your home.
However, whether you are letting go of the past by selling or looking forward to the future through purchasing, each is an experience worthy of a REALTOR THAT REMEMBERS and understands the full impact of that decision. Yet even more importantly, I have the ability to translate that value into a "SOLD" whether marketing your house or finding that perfect retreat, because "your future really is my business" and your happiness my number one goal. I am a strong advocate who has unwavering dedication regarding my clients' best interests. Call me today, and let's make a positive plan for your future!
"Charlotte, your service and professionalism are unmatched. You were attentive, thorough and responsive throughout the entire process, even after closing. You really listen and are so thoughtful. You made the search process simple and stress-free with your awesome presentation and agenda for the search. Lastly, not only did I find a great Realtor, I also found a friend!"
Tabetha Mon May 5
"You always displayed a professional attitude. You were patient, caring and reliable. You never got frustrated with our sudden changes. We give you our wholehearted recommendation and tell everyone that you are the BEST!"
Marcela & Daniel Tue Jun 12, 2007
"It was a difficult purchase, but you stood with us until we were successful. It was your efforts that got us on the road to success. We cannot thank you enough."
Kathleen & Jack Fri Apr 28, 2006
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New construction homes have defects as well as resale homes, therefore, you should always hire an independent inspector that is looking out for your interests rather than the builder. Your Realtor will have a reliable and experienced list of inspectors that you can choose from as well as other invaluable advice and opinions concerning your purchase. Your Realtor, your buyer's representative, is not someone you want to leave behind just because it is new construction. We will walk you through the process and be a constant and vigilant resource that you will come to rely on way beyond your purchase. Hope you find your absolute dream home! - Mon Nov 10 2008, 09:21
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The three reasons a house doesn't sell: price, condition, marketing. No one is fooled by an overpriced listing, least of all other realtors. If you have changed your price three times already, chances are you started too high to begin with. A house receives the most activity that first month, that is why market pricing is so critical from the beginning. After that first month, price reductions receive little attention.--"been there--seen that " is the public's attitude. The property is old news. The closer the comps are with regard to year built, square footage, location, selling time frame, the greater your accuracy to pinpointing the correct market price. Listing price cannot be based on emotional value. It is helfpul to pull a comparative market analysis each month of the listing in order to stay up with the changing market and make appropriate changes as necessary to the listing price. Ask your Realtor for a current CMA.
As for condition, it should look as close as possible to a model home. Declutter (clear counters, cabinets, closets), depersonalize (put away excessive family pictures, so potential buyer can visual himself/herself living in the house), dramatize (afghan across sofa, open book on reading table, fresh flowers, music, scent of vanilla in the air, paint inside and out, yard manicured). Don't defer items that need maintenance. Spotless and clean "wow's" buyers everytime. Ask your Realtor about staging your home to accentual the positive and downplay any negatives.
Marketing is the Realtor's job. No stone can be left unturned. Internet, Realtor's website(s), company website(s), local Multiple Listing Service, other brokers notification through open houses, flyers, emails, word of mouth, public open houses, attractive yard signs, visual tours, etc. If it's priced right, in top condition, and marketed well, it can't help but sell. You control these variables. Take charge and get it sold! - Fri Jun 27 2008, 14:05