Trying To Sell A House? Do This First Century 21 Blog
There are things most homeowners miss when preparing to sell a home. They are simple things. They are easy things. They are things our System members wish every homeowner did.
1. Paint the front door
You only have one chance to make a first impression (so the saying goes). With that in mind, ask your sellers to paint the front door so the first thing the potential buyer sees, the door, is in perfect condition. Victoria Jacobs, www.century21.ca/bjrothrealty
2. Actually clean your house
Hire professional cleaners to come and make the home sparkle from top to bottom. Encourage the sellers to spend some time decluttering counter tops (especially the kitchen and the bathrooms), cabinets, closets and storage areas to help the space appear larger. If you were selling a car, you would have it detailed and take your stuff out of it, do the same for your house! Brandi Nelson, www.c21sre.com
3. Get rid of people and animal smells
As potential buyers tour a home, they want to imagine themselves living there, not smell remnants of the wear and tear from the previous owners. Suggest to the sellers that they have the carpets shampooed to remove any dirt, pet odor and/or cigarette smoke. Gillian Weir-Fall, www.c21smokymountain.com
4. Wash the windows
Ensuring potential buyers have a beautiful, clear, unobstructed view out each and every windows is a must. Shiny, dust-free, streak-free windows make the decision to write an offer a crystal clear one. Johanna Daye, www.century21huntoon.com
5. Up the curb appeal
What do a potential buyers see when they approach the seller’s home? The exterior! Cut the lawn, trim the bushes, plant some nice smelling flowers, power wash the entrance walkway, and lay down some fresh stone or wood chips. If the home’s exterior needs a coat of paint, touch it up. Scott Faletti, www.c21pride.com
6. Say cheese! Take great photographs
The seller’s home should be showcased as a merchandised product. In order to sell in today’s highly competitive market, a home has to be shown at its best. Stellar photos allow you to capture greater interest online and through marketing materials. Angela Batchelor, www.sellingyournest.com
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Moving to Conway? Let us Help Ease Your Transistion
To find an agent that can help you in your journey, contact a Real Estate Agent at Century 21 Dunaway & Hart, Inc. today. Affordability and Mortgage Calculators can be found at our website so you can determine your price range. To look at homes for sale in your neighborhood, check out all the property listings in central Arkansas, watch our television show, or read our Central Arkansas Homes Magazine. You may also call our office at 501-327-2121 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 501-327-2121 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 501-327-2121 end_of_the_skype_highlighting or 800-490-0021 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 800-490-0021 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 800-490-0021 end_of_the_skype_highlighting to set up a private home or land showing with one of our award winning Real Estate agents today.
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
July Television Show
Check out the July installment of our Century 21 Dunaway & Hart Homes Television Show. To find an agent that can ahow you any of the homes in our show or any other house listed in Faulkner County, contact a Real Estate Agent at Century 21 Dunaway & Hart, Inc. today. Affordability and Mortgage Calculators can be found at our website so you can determine your price range. To look at homes for sale in your neighborhood, check out all the property listings in central Arkansas. You may also call our office at 501-327-2121 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 501-327-2121 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 501-327-2121 end_of_the_skype_highlighting or 800-490-0021 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 800-490-0021 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 800-490-0021 end_of_the_skype_highlighting to set up a private home or land showing with one of our award winning Real Estate agents today.
Monday, June 27, 2011
New Ad Campaign
The Century 21 System's new ad campaign is a reflection of our ability to stay relevant in a changing Real Estate Landscape. We will continue to develop innovative ways to market your home to get it sold faster or to help you find your dream home with the least hassle possible.
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Friday, March 18, 2011
ACCORDING TO SELLERS, SILENCE ISN'T ALWAYS 'GOLDEN'
When trying to sell a home, silence isn't always golden especially when you're expecting your real estate agent to call. In fact, it's one of the leading complaints among sellers in the real estate market. Often times you find an agent who is more than willing to take on your listing, but once the relationship is made, the seller enjoys getting a call at least once a week.
"A seller should establish with the agent up front the expectation that regular communication will occur. Even if it's just to check-in, the seller will be more satisfied being kept 'in the loop'," said Mitch Hart, Principal Owner and Broker of Century 21 Dunaway & Hart, Inc.
Keeping the communication lines open between the two parties assures the seller that the agent is keeping them apprised of any and all offers. In addition, agents often provide valuable tips on why prospective buyers weren't interested. Often times, an agent is privy to the buyer's dislikes of the property. For instance 'this room's too dark' or 'the kitchen has a funny smell.' This allows the agent to give the seller constructive feedback and offer important tips on how to make the home more attractive to future buyers.
If you're a seller and are not hearing from your broker, be sure to keep calling them until they get the message that you expect a regular update. If the broker doesn't return your calls, leave a message for your broker's office manager. The manager will see to it that your broker becomes more attentive to your listing.
Selling a home can be a lot of work and sometimes quite stressful. It is incumbent upon an agent to satisfy the seller's expectations of routine updates, this will ensure the possibility of future business not to mention a successful sale. Furthermore, as a seller you must demand the communication exchange between you and your agent. If both parties work in a cooperative effort, the selling experience will be more successful and enjoyable for both the agent and the seller involved.
To find an agent that can help you in your journey, contact a Real Estate Agent at Century 21 Dunaway & Hart, Inc. today. Affordability and Mortgage Calculators can be found at our website so you can determine your price range. To look at homes for sale in your neighborhood, check out all the property listings in central Arkansas, watch our television show, or read our Central Arkansas Homes Magazine. You may also call our office at 501-327-2121 or 800-490-0021 to set up a private home or land showing with one of our award winning Real Estate agents today.
"A seller should establish with the agent up front the expectation that regular communication will occur. Even if it's just to check-in, the seller will be more satisfied being kept 'in the loop'," said Mitch Hart, Principal Owner and Broker of Century 21 Dunaway & Hart, Inc.
Keeping the communication lines open between the two parties assures the seller that the agent is keeping them apprised of any and all offers. In addition, agents often provide valuable tips on why prospective buyers weren't interested. Often times, an agent is privy to the buyer's dislikes of the property. For instance 'this room's too dark' or 'the kitchen has a funny smell.' This allows the agent to give the seller constructive feedback and offer important tips on how to make the home more attractive to future buyers.
If you're a seller and are not hearing from your broker, be sure to keep calling them until they get the message that you expect a regular update. If the broker doesn't return your calls, leave a message for your broker's office manager. The manager will see to it that your broker becomes more attentive to your listing.
Selling a home can be a lot of work and sometimes quite stressful. It is incumbent upon an agent to satisfy the seller's expectations of routine updates, this will ensure the possibility of future business not to mention a successful sale. Furthermore, as a seller you must demand the communication exchange between you and your agent. If both parties work in a cooperative effort, the selling experience will be more successful and enjoyable for both the agent and the seller involved.
To find an agent that can help you in your journey, contact a Real Estate Agent at Century 21 Dunaway & Hart, Inc. today. Affordability and Mortgage Calculators can be found at our website so you can determine your price range. To look at homes for sale in your neighborhood, check out all the property listings in central Arkansas, watch our television show, or read our Central Arkansas Homes Magazine. You may also call our office at 501-327-2121 or 800-490-0021 to set up a private home or land showing with one of our award winning Real Estate agents today.
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Casino Night 2011
For the past eighteen years, Century 21 Dunaway & Hart, Inc. has given back to the community which it serves. It all started when Pete Hart and a group of dedicated Real Estate agents decided to make a difference. They started the first of many Casino Nights and donated all the proceeds to Easter Seals Arkansas. This amazing group of driven individuals paved the way for us to continue there work and here we are almost two decades later doing just that.
So many times, we get so wrapped up in our daily routines that it is difficult to stop and reflect on helping others. Casino Night is our chance to do just that. Casino Night allows us give to people who we may not know but who are so incredibly deserving.
Easter Seals Arkansas is an exceptional organization whose mission is to provide services to ensure that all people with disabilities or special needs have equal opportunities to live, learn, work, and play in their communities.
The 19th annual Pete Hart Memorial Casino Night will be held Friday February 11th at The Knights of Columbus Hall located across from the Conway Airport. General admission tickets are $15 dollars in advance and $20 at the door. Advance tickets can be purchased from a Century 21 Dunaway & Hart agent or at our office located at 575 Harkrider Street, Conway, AR. You may call our office at 501-327-2121 or 800-490-0021 for more information.
Also, call our office, if you are interested in donating an in kind item to this worthwhile cause. We have everything donated so all monies raised can go directly to help children and adults with disabilities.
We hope to see you on February 11th!
So many times, we get so wrapped up in our daily routines that it is difficult to stop and reflect on helping others. Casino Night is our chance to do just that. Casino Night allows us give to people who we may not know but who are so incredibly deserving.
Easter Seals Arkansas is an exceptional organization whose mission is to provide services to ensure that all people with disabilities or special needs have equal opportunities to live, learn, work, and play in their communities.
The 19th annual Pete Hart Memorial Casino Night will be held Friday February 11th at The Knights of Columbus Hall located across from the Conway Airport. General admission tickets are $15 dollars in advance and $20 at the door. Advance tickets can be purchased from a Century 21 Dunaway & Hart agent or at our office located at 575 Harkrider Street, Conway, AR. You may call our office at 501-327-2121 or 800-490-0021 for more information.
Also, call our office, if you are interested in donating an in kind item to this worthwhile cause. We have everything donated so all monies raised can go directly to help children and adults with disabilities.
We hope to see you on February 11th!
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