How to Price Your Mansfield Home in Today’s Market

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Setting the right sales price is incredibly important before you list your property. You don’t want to price your home too low or too high. Today, we’ll go over how to set your price so you can net the most money for your home.

The first step is to hire an experienced real estate agent who will provide market comparables in your neighborhood. You can see what homes like yours are selling for in the current market.

When you evaluate those comparables, you should price your home somewhere right in the middle. We are in a seller’s market, and by pricing your home in the middle, you will generate a lot of competition, showings, and offers for your home. Since so many people will want to buy your home, that competition will drive your home to the highest price you can get.

A lot of people are tempted to price their home based off the highest priced comparable. Some people even think that, since prices are rising, they can price over what the highest comparable sold for. If you do that, you will price yourself out of the market. When buyers do their searches using price ranges, they will not even see your home.

Ultimately, price your home appropriately. Don’t go too high and you will wind up being at the top of the market in your neighborhood.

If you have any questions, give us a call or send us an email. We would be happy to help you!

Should You Buy a Mansfield Home Without an Inspection?

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Today, we’ll talk about buying a home with a professional inspection. What should you do in this particular situation in Mansfield?

As a local real estate expert, I always recommend a home inspection. Never buy a home without one! There are a lot of things inside a home an inspector can identity that you cannot. A private contractor will review all the systems in a home, including plumbing and electricity, in addition to checking appliances. There are so many aspects an inspector takes into account when they go through your property.

When you walk through your own home, you won’t be able to detect any problems. Some buyers have more expertise in building and repairing a home. However, the inspector you hire will definitely have that expertise, so you can fix repairs and add upgrades before you even accept an offer. They will always find more than you will just by looking. This is a serious and wise investment that I recommend to anyone selling their home.

I always build in an option period for my buyers. During this period, and inspection will happen along with any negotiations for potential repairs, and the contract can be terminated if necessary. I like to use a seven to ten day period, but ultimately, it’s for your protection. You want to be clear about what you want in the beginning, so there are no surprises later on.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home in the surrounding area, give me a call or send me an email at your earliest convenience. I’d be happy to help you with any questions you might have!