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3. EXTERIOR: curb appeal is an important factor of selling. It is the first impression when buyers walk up to your driveway. Ensure that the windows, shutters, doors are cleaned, replace any damaged screens or windows, mow the lawn, get rid of any clutter, clean and clear walk paths, and remove any oil stains on the driveway. Pay close attention to areas that might need improvement such as dirty pools and leaning fences 2012 - 2013 all rights reserved by PropertyMaxxx

4. INTERIOR: CLEAN AND UNCLUTTER FROM TOP TO BOTTOM. Remove any old furniture that is obstructing the hallways and clear out any open spaces so that visitors don’t feel cramped. Newly painted homes often sell for more so choose brighter and more appealing neutral tones. Have your carpets cleaned if cannot be replaced. Get rid of any unpleasant odors. SELLING FEATURES OF A HOME IS LIVING ROOM, KITCHEN, BATHROOM AND MASTER BEDROOM. Focus on these rooms and take the time to clean all appliances, faucets, bathtub, toilet and sink. Remove any clutters on countertops to give buyers a chance to visualize their potential home. REMEMBER ITS ALL ABOUT PRESENTATION ALWAYS GIVE IT YOUR 110%, IF NOT THEN YOU MAY LEAVE ROOM FOR REDUCTIONS. TRY TO ACHIEVE MAXIMUM VALUE AND GAIN TOP DOLLARS FOR YOUR HOME. 2012 - 2013 all rights reserved by PropertyMaxxx

6. SET THE RIGHT PRICE AND SELL QUICK. If your home is priced to high, buyers will get discouraged and your home will stay longer on the market. This will depreciate the value of your home. GET YOUR HOME APPRAISED WITH AN AGENT OR REAL ESTATE APPRAISER. DO NOT PRICE YOUR HOME FROM WEBSITES THAT OFFERS AN “ESTIMATION”. THEY ARE INACCURATE INFORMATION THAT CAN LEAD YOU TO LOSE POTENTIAL DOLLARS. HAVE THE PROFESSIONALS COME AND GIVE YOUR HOME A FAIR MARKET VALUE. 2012 - 2013 all rights reserved by PropertyMaxxx

8. CLOSE THE SALE FASTER. Having your home inspected cuts down the amount of time on the market since buyers appreciate homes that are repaired and inspected. This provides peace of mind to seller and buyer. 2012 - 2013 all rights reserved by PropertyMaxxx

10. Home staging can increase your home considerably; on an average of 3% minimum increase of final sale price of the home. Most homeowners who enlist the services of a home staging company realize a minimum return of two times their investment; often, considerably more. 2012 - 2013 all rights reserved by PropertyMaxxx

12. 4. PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY According to a recent survey by the National Association of Realtors®, 89% of homebuyers who shop online notice photos first when looking for a home. By hiring a professional photographer you will attract more attention to your listings and result in more clicks by potential buyers. Studies show that listings with professional photos generate an average of 139% more clicks when compared to similar listings without professional photos. Source: www.picturesdosellhouses.com/realt or-tools/statistics/. www.picturesdosellhouses.com/realt or-tools/statistics/ Before After 2012 - 2013 all rights reserved by PropertyMaxxx

14. Buyers are always looking for their dream location. When marketing your home you must be familiar with your location this is a critical selling point. Buyers will ask questions about the neighborhood, schools, transportations, health services, recreational activities, and the distance to the downtown area, restaurants, shopping center, amenities. Be prepared and know your surroundings. 2012 - 2013 all rights reserved by PropertyMaxxx

15. 6. WALK THROUGH – CRITIQUE IS HEALTHY 2012 - 2013 all rights reserved by PropertyMaxxx

16. Have a family member, friend or work colleague come visit your property and give there honest opinion about the state of your home. Do not take any personal comments to your heart, critiquing is a healthy component when it comes to selling. Take notes throughout the walk through by doing this it will prepare you for visits with buyers. 2012 - 2013 all rights reserved by PropertyMaxxx

18. When selling you will need to have certain documents on hand. Buyers will ask questions about the age of the home, how much is your utility bill, cost of renovations, maintenance and etc. So be ready and have these documents available Here is a list on documents needed for a sale of a property: Property’s certificate of location Bills for renovation to the property Municipal and school taxes Monthly expenses such as utility, water heater rental and gas bill. Fixed costs for the property Declaration of co ownership if condominum. Rental leases if it is an income property 2012 - 2013 all rights reserved by PropertyMaxxx

20. To sell your home you need to start with a strategic marketing plan. Just listing on Realtor.com and having a sign on your lawn is not getting the maximum visibility. With today’s technology that continues to evolve so does marketing. Here are some great and very affordable ways to sell your home. Social Media: twitter, facebook, digs, flickr and more. Video Optimization: With the photos of your home create a video presentation and upload in on YouTube which is the 2 nd largest search engine available to you for free. Advertise with us PropertyMaxxx we have buyers that are always seeking new properties to purchase. Post your listing for free on Craigslist and Kijjji. Tell your family, friends, neighbors, work colleagues, extended relatives and let them know that you’re selling and have them solicit your home through ‘Word of Mouth’. This is one of the best selling elements when it comes to marketing your home. Open House: create an inviting ambiance, serve some appetizers and drink. Invite your neighbors, realtors, friends and family. This is basically showcasing your home for little costs. 2012 - 2013 all rights reserved by PropertyMaxxx

22. 10. BE AVAILABLE This is the crucial part, do not miss that phone call or do not answer that email. If you neglect your calls and emails you’re losing on potential sales. If you want to sell your home you have to be available to take calls and return messages. 2012 - 2013 all rights reserved by PropertyMaxxx

24. So the buyers are visiting your home, do not scare them away with attitude. Build rapport display positive energy, smile, ask questions such as ‘Is this your first home your buying’, if so tell them the benefits of the living in the neighborhood, key features of your property. Do not over talk and listen, keep it simple and remember less is more. Leave a great first impression that buyers will smile and say ‘thank you and we will contact you shortly’ which means they are interested 2012 - 2013 all rights reserved by PropertyMaxxx

25. 11. CLOSING THE SALE Buyers are interested and they make an offer that is not what you expected. Do not cancel the sale and ignore the offer, this is a starting point for negotiations. Analyze the offer and compromise where you as the seller and the buyer can come to a mutual agreement. 2012 - 2013 all rights reserved by PropertyMaxxx

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