One of the questions all REALTOR®’s get is “how fast can you sell my home?” Whether they are relocating or just moving, home sellers are in a hurry. Sellers don’t want to wait months to sell. They want their home sold today, but how fast your home sells is all about the PREP.
Price
The most
misunderstood element about any home sale is the importance of setting the
right price when your home is initially listed for sale. A good REALTOR® will help you select a price based on your home’s current
condition and how it compares to homes that have SOLD nearby that are a good
match to yours. You want to price your home correctly in order to bring in the
most prospective buyers.
Representation
Choosing the
right REALTOR® to represent you in your home sale can make or break your
success. Don’t be afraid to ask questions when choosing your representation. Do
some research over the internet to find out what they write about and what
prior customers have written about them. Ask what sets them apart from other
agents. Visit their website and social media platforms to discover more about
them, and because today’s world is a digital one, think twice about hiring any
REALTOR® that does not have an internet presence.
Exposure
When it’s
time to sell your home, you need to make sure it’s seen by well-qualified,
interested home buyers. Your home must be marketed across a multitude of social
media and online sites. Over 92% of home buyers begin their search for a new
home online. You want your home exposed to buyers looking for homes in your
area and price range so you don’t miss the “right” buyer for your home. This is
where pricing and representation also play a big factor.
Presentation
Favorable
first impressions are a must. It is crucial that your home is presented through
great photos and videos to make your home stand out from the other homes you’re
competing against. Make sure your home grabs the attention of prospective
buyers so they want to see more. See “Home
Staging Must Do’s For Sellers” for tips and tricks on helping you prepare
your home before taking pictures.
As you can now see, selling a home is all about the PREP. Price correctly, get the right Representation, make sure your home gets online Exposure, and that Presentation is as “pretty as a picture.” These are the essential keys to getting you to the closing table as fast as possible. You need to make sure your home is ready to be sold.
Angela Barrett, "A Different Kind of Real Estate"
Angela Barrett is a local REALTOR® in Lexington, SC. Every day, she has the privilege of working with Buyers and Sellers around and on Lake Murray - Lexington, Gilbert, Chapin, and Irmo. It is her goal to help every buyer find the perfect home, and every seller sell at the best price possible. Exit Real Estate Consultants opened its doors in 2008 and has been the local expert since. Angela says, "she works with a wonderful group at EXIT and is proud to be a REALTOR® for a company that prides itself on being a "family helping families."
What makes Angela different from other Realtors is her desire to combine a love of real estate with the truth. She may not always tell you what you want to hear but will ALWAYS tell you what you need to hear. Before getting into the real estate industry, she owned her own court reporting business for 14 years. She decided to change careers because it was her desire to help others with their housing needs in a way that was honest and truthful, a way that put their needs ahead of the sale. Her business is built on Dedication, Communication, Determination & Trust while embodying the ability to cater and adapt to all of her client's Real Estate needs. She says the best part of her business is the people she meets and the ability to assist them throughout the process. Her goal is not only finding the hidden gem or selling at the right price but giving her clients peace of mind that they will work together through every detail.
Angela showcases her homes on her website and utilizes professional service providers to assist with her clients' buying and selling needs, including tips for staging and recommendations for painters, designers, handymen, and inspectors. She is communicative, thorough, and detail-oriented, and she'll be with you every step of the way!
Angela made Lexington home 28 years ago. She is knowledgeable about the area and feels blessed to call Lexington her home. Angela enjoys showing her clients around “Miss Murray”, the Jewel of South Carolina, and when she’s not helping someone with their real estate needs, she enjoys going to the gym, running, spending time on Lake Murray, and a little photography.
Looking to buy or sell a home in the Lake Murray area? Call Angela Barrett, who not only represents “A Different Kind of Real Estate" but also a different kind of REALTOR®.
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