The signs are positive for those who will be putting their
home on the Charleston market this winter. Demand is there, mortgage rates are
still low, and across the nation, prices are pointing higher. If you will be
selling a home in Charleston, SC anytime soon, there are some extra steps you
can take to strengthen your position.
Clarify
Your Finances
Getting a home loan will be the concern of the buyer, not
you. She or he will have to fill out the forms, go through the credit checks,
etc. More subtle is the impact your own financial
picture can have on the process of selling a home. If you will be moving to a
new home yourself, it’s a good idea to get pre-qualified for that transaction
even as you begin selling your Charleston home. When you are secure in the
knowledge that you have qualified to buy your next home before your current
property is sold, it solidifies your bargaining position. If not, you need to
know that so you can time your sale’s closing appropriately. Knowledge is power—clarifying
your finances will make for smoother sailing.
Repair
Early
Selling a home for the best price requires presenting it in
its most favorable light. Even minor fixes that are clearly trivial should be
tackled before the first prospect crosses the threshold, First impressions are
hard to erase, and the psychological impact of even minor problems can
influence the apparent value your Charleston property commands. Some
experienced homeowners even pay for their own advance inspection before selling
a home just to identify problem areas it takes an expert’s eye to uncover.
Find the
Right Agent
Your choice of Realtor®
will have ongoing consequences, so taking the time and effort to find a
compatible agent will be well worthwhile. Selling a home in Charleston, SC is a
many-faceted project, so find a partner you will enjoy working with— one who communicates
openly and honestly about everything from today’s market profile to which area
service professionals are the most dependable.
Thinking of selling a home in Charleston, SC this winter? Call me for a complimentary
consultation. I’m always here to offer the
best current marketing ideas!
Interested in selling your
Charleston area home? Visit: www.jeffcookrealestate.com
Interested in buying a Charleston
area home? Visit: www.discovercharlestonareahomes.com
-Jeff Cook
Jeff Cook Real Estate
Charleston, SC
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