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Top 7 Tips to Attract the Best Offers for Your Home

Top 7 Tips to Attract the Best Offers for Your Home. Pam Fraser. Woman looking to the right and smiling.

Not long ago, home sellers were in their heyday, as historically-low mortgage rates triggered a real estate buying frenzy. However, the Federal Reserve shut down the party when it began raising interest rates last year.

Now, it’s not as simple to sell a home. While pandemic-era homebuyers were racing the clock trying to lock in a low mortgage rate and gain a foothold in the market, current buyers are more discerning. Higher prices and mortgage rates have pushed their limits of affordability, leading them to prioritize cost, condition, and overall value.

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My Home Didn’t Sell! Now What?

My Home Didn’t Sell! Now What? Pam Fraser picture of the front of a two-story home

When it comes to listing their home, most home sellers want three things: 1) to make the most money possible, 2) to put in minimal time and effort, and 3) to sell quickly. But the reality is, selling a home is rarely that simple. And homeowners who try to do it themselves, or receive bad advice, can end up stuck (months later) with a property that hasn’t sold.

If that’s you, don’t panic! I’ve outlined the top five reasons a home doesn’t sell. Plus, I’ve got action steps you can take to overcome each of these issues.

Not sure why your property didn’t sell? If you’re not already working with an agent or your listing has expired or been withdrawn, give me a call! I’d be happy to offer a free, no-obligation assessment and create an action plan to get your home SOLD.

This marketing piece is not intended as a solicitation for properties currently in an exclusive agreement with another Broker.

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7 Tips to Sell Your Home for Top Dollar

7 TIPS TO SELL YOUR HOME FOR TOP DOLLAR PAM FRASER  red sofa in room with wood flooring and black pot

Over the past few years, a real estate buying frenzy bid up home prices to eye-popping amounts. However, as mortgage rates have risen, buyer demand has cooled. Consequently, home sellers who enter the market today may need to reset their expectations. But if you follow these steps, you can get top dollar in today’s market.

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7 Costly Home Selling Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

7 Costly Home Selling Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them) Pam Fraser woman refinishing a chair

No matter what’s going on in the housing market, the process of selling a home can be challenging. Some sellers have a hard time saying goodbye to a treasured family residence. Others want to skip ahead to the fun of decorating and settling into a new place. Almost all sellers want to make the most money possible.

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Serious About Selling?

Serious About Selling?

When it comes to selling your home, it’s not just about “keeping up with the Joneses.” It’s about outshining them at every opportunity! Serious about selling? Then make sure your home crushes the competition.

If you’re looking to sell your home fast and for the most money possible, you’ll need a strategy to set it apart from all the other listings competing for buyers in your area. That’s why I’ve outlined my proven, five-step plan for serious sellers.

Use these five tactics to help your listing get noticed, win over buyers, and net a higher sales price than your neighbors!

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Latest Trends in Home Design

Latest Trends in Home Design

If you’re a current homeowner, or in the market to buy, you’re probably curious about the latest trends in home design.

Sellers who make strategic updates before listing a property can generate increased interest from buyers. In some cases, they’ll even get a premium selling price. And buyers should consider which features of a home will need updating immediately (or in the near future) so they can factor renovation costs into their overall budget.

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10 Staging Secrets for a Quick Sale

10 Staging Secrets for a Quick Sale

According to the National Association of Realtors, staging a home prior to listing it can result in a faster and more profitable sale. In fact, the Real Estate Staging Association estimates that professionally staged properties spend 73 percent less time on the market, receive more foot traffic, and typically sell for more money.

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The Impact of Home Staging

The Impact of Home Staging