How We Helped Catherine by Finding her a Home in a Tough Market!

    “It was great! I was able to find a home and the market is really tough here. We had bid on several or, attempt to bid on several before we found one that was accepted and we were able to close on. Sometimes they would have to go out and look for me and see if it was something I would want to look at while I was at work.”

     -Catherine Coleman, Home Buyer

How We Helped Kenneth by Making Him Feel Comfortable!

    “ I got good results. He was very polite. He took the time to come by the house and everything. It was very nice. He made me feel really comfortable. This is my first time ever doing this, so I didn’t quite know what to expect.”

    -Kenneth Defreeze - Home Seller

How We Helped Melissa Hudson by Getting Creative

"My husband and I were extremely satisfied with the results we recieved from working with John -- not only this time, but last time as well. When we first listed our home, I wasn't expecting him to have an open house for us so soon.

It was near Halloween, my husband and I were not going to be at home, and John made little cards that had pictures of our home with little candy inserts to pass out at Halloween to give to the kids but also advertise the sale of our home. That was awesome to me -- it was really above and beyond what I expected of him or from anyone who listed our home."

        -Melissa Hudson, Home Seller

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!

How Is the Mansfield Market Performing this Spring?

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Today we are going to be discussing the current market here in Mansfield. A lot of people have been asking us about the market’s current stats, and we’re here to share an update with you.

Right now, we have roughly 130 active homes on the market and 160 pending listings. That gives us less than a one-month supply of homes! This low-inventory is likely to continue for the foreseeable future.

Coming out of the holiday and winter months, we have seen a huge rise in activity, going from 77 sold properties over the last 30 days, to the current 160 pending sales. This is typical of a normal yearly cycle. But what does it mean for buyers, sellers, and investors?

For buyers, there are still homes on the market, but you’re going to have to compete for the best homes. For every good home, we have 10 to 20 buyers looking at it. If you’re buying, you need to be pre-approved, have a real estate agent working hard for you, and be ready to act quickly when the right property comes up.

For sellers, you have to get the condition of your home right and price it right. If you do these things, you are in great position to sell your home for more money than you could in the past.

For investors, there is a lot of competition out there, just as there is for regular buyers. If you’re investing in this market, you need to align yourself with a great agent who understands your goals and can work with you to help you achieve them.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to give me a call or send me an email. I’d love to hear from you!

Avoid These 4 Mistakes When Selling in Mansfield

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As an experienced Mansfield Realtor, I oftentimes identify common mistakes within the local marketplace. It’s mind-boggling! Today, we’ll review the four most common mistakes, so you can avoid them when selling your home.

The first mistake people make is trying to sell their home themselves. One of the biggest reasons to hire a real estate professional is they can market to a wider net of people than you can. You also have limited knowledge of the real estate market. Real estate agents are working in the market all day, every day. We have a level of real estate expertise that you cannot reach and learn on your own. We can help you negotiate contracts and sell for the most money. Don’t miss out on maximizing profit from your property!

The second mistake people make is overpricing their home. Everybody wants to get the most money they possibly can for their home. People have a tendency to think their home is worth  more than it actually is. A real estate agent will examine comparable sales in your area so you know what your home is worth in today’s market. By accurately pricing your home, you will sell faster and for more money than you would if your home was overpriced.

The third mistake is using poor quality photos. Just because your phone has a camera doesn’t mean you should use your iPhone to take pictures for the MLS! Professional photographs will make your home shine, and a real estate agent will make sure that the MLS does not distort the size of your photographs.

The final mistake is forgetting about the backyard. We all tend to focus on curb appeal and cleaning the interior of the home but run out of steam when it's time to take care of the backyard. The backyard matters to buyers, so make sure you get everything neat and tidy.

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