What's the Market Value of My Home?
Your home is only worth what buyers are willing to pay. Therefore, you need to think objectively about your home’s value. If you’ve lived in your home long enough to make memories, those sentimental ties could cloud your judgment. So, stick to the facts as much as possible when you estimate how much your home could sell for. The best way to determine your home’s value is to ask a real estate agent to run a comparative market analysis (CMA). This free report compares your home to other homes near you that are comparable in size, have similar features, are currently on the market, or have sold in recent months. The comparison allows your agent to more accurately predict what buyers will pay for your home.
What Will it Cost Me to Sell?
Traditionally, sellers pay about 6% in commissions as well as a portion of the closing costs. These expenses have pushed some sellers into attempting to sell their own home. However, the latest National Association of Realtors data shows that the average home sold by an agent last year brought in $249,000. In contrast, the average FSBO home went for $190,000. That’s almost a $60,000 difference! Other sellers have turned to discount brokers or ibuyer programs. The data shows that most sellers opting for these methods of selling their home, pay 6-7% fees, sell their home significantly below market value, and end up costing themselves tens of thousands of dollars they would have earned otherwise. Understanding every seller has different circumstances and needs, Colorado Home Advisors offers sellers a variety of commission options with our listing services. Click here to see your CHA Seller Options
Colorado Home Advisor vs. Discount and Average Broker
Real estate agents are a dime a dozen. That’s why you don’t need just any agent. You need the right agent. Find someone who will super-serve you, negotiate the best deal, and sell your house fast! As tempting as it is to have a relative, a friend from church, or your cousin’s husband’s buddy help you, always stick with a vetted professional who has experience and can sell your home for the most money in the shortest amount of time! An experienced Real Estate Advisor will give your home a much-needed online presence through the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), which will expose it to thousands of potential buyers. Plus, an agent will develop a targeted strategy to market your house to their extensive network of buyers and agents.
Yes, People do Judge a Book by its Cover
Nearly 90% of buyers will see your home online first and most will make a decision about your home before even stepping foot inside. It is imperative that your home's online presence is stellar. Colorado Home Advisors utilizes the best photographers in the industry to be sure the images, lighting, and presentation of your home is done right. Certainly, you know best what's great about your home, neighborhood and surrounding community. Your Colorado Home Advisor will work with you to create the best marketing strategy, language and presentation to be sure your home stands out and attracts as many potential buyers as possible. Additionally, your Colorado Home Advisor will walk-through your home in order to see your improvements and upgrades first hand. They will also make suggestions on what other repairs or improvements to consider making prior to listing your home. Finally, your Advisor will also talk through the different staging options that might work best.