Here are the things NOT to do when buying or selling your home:
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Bringing Your Entire Extended Family to Every Showing
“Who needs a realtor when you have Aunt Linda, Uncle Bob, and their seven kids giving unsolicited advice on every house?”
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Hosting an Open House in Your Pajamas
“Buyers love seeing that you’re comfortable in your home, but maybe save the SpongeBob PJs for after the sale.”
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Using a Yard Sale to Get Rid of Old Furniture Before Moving
“Sure, you’ll make a few bucks, but having a yard full of your grandma’s floral couches isn’t exactly curb appeal.”
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Negotiating Like You’re in a Garage Sale
“Offering to trade your old lawn mower for a price reduction isn’t exactly what the seller had in mind.”
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Listing Your Home with Photos Taken on a 2005 Flip Phone
“If buyers need a magnifying glass to see your home’s photos, it’s time for a camera upgrade.”
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Forgetting to Clean Up Before Showings
“Nothing says ‘buy me’ like a sink full of dishes and a living room covered in pet hair. Fluffy isn’t part of the deal!”
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Holding the Home Inspection Yourself
“Unless you moonlight as a professional plumber, maybe leave the crawlspace inspection to the experts.”
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Setting Your Selling Price Based on Sentimental Value
“That spot where little Jimmy took his first steps is priceless to you, but it’s not adding $50,000 to the market value.”
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Making Offers with Odd Conditions
“No, the seller probably won’t accept your offer if you demand they leave their collection of garden gnomes behind.”
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Waiting for the ‘Perfect Time’ to Buy
“If you’re waiting for the planets to align and a unicorn to show up with the keys, you might be in for a long wait.”
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Don’t Show Up with a Duffel Bag Full of Cash
“Thinking of showing up to closing with a duffel bag full of cash? Unless you’re planning a cameo in a heist movie, let’s keep the transactions above board! Carrying large amounts of cash is not only impractical but can also raise a few eyebrows (and probably some alarms). Banks and lenders prefer more conventional methods like wire transfers or certified checks. So, leave the duffel bags at home and let’s keep your home purchase smooth and drama-free. After all, we want you to be remembered as the savvy homeowner, not the cash-toting mystery guest!”
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Basically
“Don’t Skip the Home Inspection, Don’t Overprice Your Home, Don’t Neglect Your Curb Appea,l Don’t Make Major Purchases Before Closing Don’t Hide Any Property Issues from Buyers, Don’t Forget to Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage, Don’t forget to call me!”
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