Griffin Georgia real estate broker Jessica Horton is more blunt than I am and has a way of adding humor to drive home her point.
I recently wrote a post outlining four reasons why someone should sell now - Jessica gets right to the point for buyers and sellers - if you snooze you may just lose.
Buyers are out there - If you're thinking of selling your Southwest Missouri property, this is a must read ---
This is going to be very short and sweet:
I realize the handsome (pretty) faces on television say, "It's ugly out there" and nobody is buying.
I realize the serious-sounding voices thundering from the radio say, "You want to sell your home...hahahaaa. Yeah right!"
I realize the papers are printing anything to keep their subscriptions from falling faster than the number of new building permits.
I realize that some agents say, "Buyers hold all the cards" and you can do as you please, when you please - if you please.
Well, I'm here to tell you that just isn't so.
Yes, the market isn't as strong as it was a few years ago.
Yes, there are lots of homes on the market.
Yes, many homes are sitting on the market longer.
Yes, sellers are wanting to get them sold, but you AREN'T holding all the cards.
Why aren't you holding all the cards?
There are a lot more buyers stepping up to the table and ready to ante up. Call volume is up. Way up! My inbox is about to explode.
Buyers recognize a good and fair price when they see it and they are moving "all in" while you're still trying to figure out how much you can take the seller for. Yes, it's your right to negotiate and get the best deal, but the "good ones" are getting lots of activity and will be the first to go.
When you snooze, you loose - even in this market.
Debbie, I don't know about your area, but the homes that are selling are the one's that are priced right. Our market is down at least 50% from what it was 2 years ago, and a lot of agents, brokerages and other ancillary business have fallen by the wayside...
your building consultant for life in Fairview, TN - Michael
Debbie,
Our market is still rolling along and looks to be picking up. Buyers need to stop dragging their feet.
Michael and Don - Our market is also down considerably vs two years ago. However, buyer calls and emails have picked up. I'd like to see FRESH inventory on the market - priced right, of course - to be able to SELL. . . I love to list and I love to sell my own listings! :)
Debbie, absolutely true for homes that are priced correctly. We are starting to see multiple offers again.
Debbiie, I couldn't agree more! New homes are selling quickly these last few months and people are coming back and can't believe they missed out!
Debbie, I agree with the article. If you wait then you could miss out. Good post and hope to read more in the future.