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Plan of Action

Sellers Michael Ballantyne August 30, 2022

Analyze why you are selling - If you understand your motives, you will be able to better negotiate and get what it is that you want, whether it be a quick sale, a high price, or somewhere in the middle.
Prepare your home for the buyer - Maximize the strengths of your property and fix up its weaknesses. You want the buyer to walk away from your home with a lasting good impression.
Find a good real estate agent that understands your needs - Make sure that your agent is loyal to you, and can negotiate to help you achieve your goals. In addition, they should be assertive and honest with both you and the buyer.
Be prepared for negotiation - Learn and understand your buyer’s situation; what are their motives? Can you demand a big deposit from them? Try to lock in the buyer so that the deal goes through.
Negotiate for the best price and the best terms - Learn how to counteroffer to get maximum value from every offer.
Make sure the contract is accurate and complete - Be honest with your disclosures; you do not want to lose the deal because you were lying or diminishing your home’s defects. Insist the buyers get a professional inspection. This will protect both you and the buyer.

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You will be able to better negotiate and get what it is that you want, whether it be a quick sale, a high price, or somewhere in the middle.

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Professional real estate agents also have an extensive network that allows them to more easily find a buyer.

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Typically, during a hot market, multiple offers will be made on each home and more often than not, homes will sell for more than the asking price.

Work With Michael

It's that appreciation for classically high standards that make me an ideal real estate professional to help you with your home sale or purchase in Sarasota and surrounding areas. I can help you with all your real estate needs, you get A Classic Approach with winning results. Call me today!