How To Avoid Today’s Top Seller Mistakes

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on September 1, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Infographics, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Selling Tips.

Some HighlightsWant to know some of the top mistakes sellers are making today and how to make sure they don’t happen to you too?The biggest missteps are pricing a house too high, skipping repairs, not being objective, and not being willing to negotiate.And the best way to avoid falling into any of these traps is to partner with a real estate agent and lean on them for advice.

The Number One Mistake Sellers Are Making: Overpricing Their House

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on September 1, 2024. Posted in Featured, For Sellers, Home Prices, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Selling Tips.

In today’s housing market, many sellers are making a critical mistake: overpricing their houses. This common error can lead to a home sitting on the market for a long time without any offers. And when that happens, the homeowner may have to drop their asking price to try to re-ignite buyer interest.Data from Realtor.com shows the number of homeowners realizing this mistake and doing a price reduction is climbing (see graph below):If you’re thinking about making a move yourself, here’s what you need to know. The best way to avoid making a costly mistake is to work with a trusted real estate...

Should You Rent Out or Sell Your House?

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on August 1, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Rent vs. Buy, Selling Tips.

Figuring out what to do with your house when you’re ready to move can be a big decision. Should you sell it and use the money for your next adventure, or keep it as a rental to build long-term wealth?It’s a question many homeowners face, and the answer isn’t always straightforward. Whether you’re curious about the potential income from renting or worried about the responsibilities of being a landlord, there’s a lot to consider.Let’s walk through some key questions to ask to help you make the best decision for your situation.Is Your House a Good Fit for Renting?Even if...

The Biggest Mistakes Sellers Are Making Right Now

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on August 1, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Selling Tips.

The housing market is going through a transition. Higher mortgage rates are causing more moderate buyer activity at the same time the supply of homes for sale is growing.And if you aren’t working with an agent, you may not realize that. Here’s the downside. If you’re not informed, you can’t adjust your strategy or expectations to today’s market. And that can lead to a number of costly mistakes.Here’s a look at some of the most common ones – and how an agent will help you avoid them when you sell. 1. Overpricing Your HouseMany sellers set their asking price too high and that’s why there’s an...

What To Do When Your House Didn’t Sell

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on July 1, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Selling Tips.

If your listing expired and your house didn’t sell, it’s totally natural to feel a mix of frustration and disappointment. And as you’re working through that, you’re probably also wondering what went wrong and what you should do next.If you still need to move and want to get it back on the market, here are some things to consider as you look back.Was It Priced for Today’s Market?Setting the right price from the start is key. While it might be tempting to try shooting high with your price, that can slow down the selling process big time. If your house was priced higher than others similar to it,...

The Downsides of Selling Your House Without an Agent

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on July 1, 2024. Posted in For Sale by Owner, For Sellers, Infographics, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Selling Tips.

Some HighlightsConsidering selling your house without an agent? You should know there are some serious downsides to handling it on your own.You’ll be missing out on marketing tools that draw in more buyers, pricing and market expertise, essential negotiation skills, in-depth knowledge of the fine print in contracts, and so much more.Don’t take all of this responsibility on. Instead, connect with an agent so you have someone with the knowledge and experience you’ll need on your side.

How an Agent Helps Market Your House

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on June 1, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Selling Tips.

You’re ready to sell your house. But what do you need most from your real estate agent? Well, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) asked that very question to recent sellers and found one of the top things they were looking for is help marketing their house to potential buyers. Maybe that’s what you need the most help with too.You expect your real estate agent to write a great description of your house for the listing and pair it with some high-quality photos. But that’s not all you’re going to get when you partner with a great agent.They’ll do a lot more to make sure your house stands...

Questions You May Have About Selling Your House

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on June 1, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Selling Tips.

There’s no denying mortgage rates are having a big impact on today’s housing market. And that may leave you with some questions about whether it still makes sense to sell your house and make a move.Here are three of the top questions you may be asking – and the data that helps answer them.1. Should I Wait To Sell?If you’re thinking about waiting to sell until after mortgage rates come down, here’s what you need to know. So are a ton of other people.And while mortgage rates are still forecasted to come down later this year, if you wait for that to happen, you may be dealing with a lot more competition...

What More Listings Mean When You Sell Your House

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on May 1, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Inventory, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Selling Tips.

The number of homes for sale is playing a big role in today’s housing market. And, if you’re considering whether or not to list your house, today’s limited supply is one of the biggest advantages you have right now. That’s because your house stands out more when the inventory is low, especially if it’s priced right.But the supply of homes for sale is growing. According to the latest data from Realtor.com, new listings (homeowners who just put their house up for sale) are trending up (see graph below): This graph shows more homeowners are putting that sale sign up in their yards compared to the...

Myths About the 2024 Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Palm Harbor FL Mortgage Syndicated User on May 1, 2024. Posted in Buying Tips, Forecasts, Infographics, Palm Harbor FL Mortgage, Palm Harbor Mortgage, Selling Tips.

Some HighlightsWhen it comes to the current housing market, there are some myths circling around right now. Some of the more common ones are that it’s better to wait for mortgage rates to fall or prices to crash. But there are others about the supply of homes for sale and down payments. Lean on a real estate professional to help separate fact from fiction in today’s housing market.

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