Important Tips If You Want To Sell Your East Bay Home Fast By Real Estate Expert Clyde Brown

Maybe you've read lots of advice on selling a home in the Bay Area. But do you know the biggest single mistake many people make when selling a house? Not understanding real estate value.

You see, it doesn't matter what you think your home is worth. It doesn't matter what you did to make it nicer for your family. The value of your home is determined by buyers. What you enjoyed about your house may be irrelevant when it's time to sell. Think in terms of what buyers want, and use some of the following advice on selling your house fast.

1. Know the market - What other similar houses have sold for? Have those examples ready to show potential buyers.

2. Decide on a minimum price - the price below which you just won't move. Don't tell your agent what this minimum is, but negotiate with any buyers who make an offer near or above it.

3. Provide easy access - Accessibility is a major key to a profitable sale. A lock-box is best, while appointment-only showings are extremely restrictive. The more accessible your home, the more showings, and the better the odds are of finding a person willing to pay top dollar. In this competitive market, buyers who can't get a viewing will go on to other homes, and purchase elsewhere.

4. Keep your home spotless - The prospective homebuyer's first impression is the most important. An unbelievable amount of home sales have been lost to uncut lawns, cluttered rooms, bad stains, dirty kitchens and bathrooms, unpleasant odors, etc. Imagine you are the buyer and clean your home from top to bottom...military style. The home buyers will appreciate your efforts.

5. Monitor your traffic - If you or your real estate agent isn't getting many calls, try something new. Is more advertising necessary? Is the price too high? If price is the problem, drop it fast. That perfect buyer might pass on by while the home is still over-priced. Sellers who are innovative and willing to offer new strategies of attracting homebuyers will always outperform those who rely on traditional methods. Today's market demands around the clock advertising exposure, and response-generating marketing techniques to stand out from the others.

6. Listen to prospects - Get feedback from every showing to find out what buyers are thinking, they'll be more objective than you. If you hear several times that the kitchen is dark, get out the white paint. If the problems are corrected fast, then the home will sell faster.

7. Find the average sales time for your area - If your house is taking longer than average to sell, there's a problem, and usually it's the price or condition.

8. Ask your real estate agent what she or he plans to do - before you sign a listing agreement. Write down what she/he says, and hold him/her to their promises. Ask what guarantees they will provide you that they will get the job done.

9. Fix known problems - If there are known problems, such as an old roof, get an estimate for repairs. The sellers may want a $7,000 allowance for a new roof - until you show them your $4,000 estimate.

10. Don't waste time with unqualified prospects - Countless hours of valuable time can be wasted showing and negotiating with "buyers" who can't buy no matter how much they love your house. Buyers should be "pre-approved" for a loan before you begin dealing with them.

11. Don't make decisions based on emotion - You must realize that selling your Fremont home is a dollars and cents business transaction. Don't let your emotional ties to your home affect your judgment. Remember, purchasers are not buying your home; they are buying a house to make into their home.

12. Pick the right agent for the job - The vast majority of all homes are sold by real estate agents, but all agents are not the same - not even close. The agent's experience, knowledge, and marketing plan can have a huge impact on your success. Signing up with the right agent can make all the difference in the world.

Following these tips will help you get what you want, in the time you want it, with the least amount of hassle. Contact me to find out about how my marketing plan will deliver you the best options for meeting your needs.

If you are considering buying or selling property, planning to relocate, looking for East Bay Area homes for sale, or looking for any other information about real estate in the East Bay, or the surrounding areas, please visit the most complete website dedicated to everything real estate related www.ClydeBrownHomes.com.

If you or someone you know are in need of a competent and experienced Bay Area Realtor, or have real estate or mortgage related questions, please feel free to contact me I will be more than glad to answer your questions. Call me at 800-839-0665 or email me at Clyde@ClydeBrownHomes.com. For all your East Bay cities needs including Fremont, Newark, Union City, Hayward, Oakland, Santa Clara, Milpitas, Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, and San Ramon. Clyde Brown Legacy Real Estate & Associates.