Need Help with a Short Sale ??????

You want to use the best REALTOR in the best situation and you want to make sure that they are knowledgeable of the short sale process. Whether they're negotiating the short sale or an investor is negotiating the short sale, everyone better know what's going on because when a person makes an offer to buy the house you may not even have the approval to get it yourself from the bank. That's what you are doing when you are marketing the sell while you are attempting to buy. You may still be working on getting your approval from the bank so you have to have a REALTOR that's understanding of that, and can communicate those messages appropriately to buyers. It's important to have an open line of communication and as the ball moves down the field in the loss mitigation department, the REALTOR can apply more pressure to those who are walking through the house. You need to use REALTORS but you need to use them intelligently and make sure you are working with REALTORS that understand short sales.

The market is still moving

Just want to let everyone know we have a closing on Thursday and Friday.. The market is still moving. We are having to jump through more hoops than ever before. Have a great day......tina

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Selling? Neutralize

Create a home for any lifestyle and taste. Neutral paint, décor and carpeting helps buyers mentally 'move in', while unusual or dated items may make it difficult for a buyer to imagine their furnishings in your house.

Warm Colors & Artwork
Choose warm, neutral colors. Replace unusual artwork and displays of family photos with a few carefully chosen accessories.

Pets
Many people are allergic to or afraid of animals. Kennel your pets or take them with you during showings.

Selling? De-Clutter Your Home

When in doubt, throw it out, sell it, store it or give it away! If a house is cluttered- regardless of its actual size it feels smaller.

Clean out the closets
Send a message of space and organization by removing up to half of the contents of your closets and cupboards.

Have a garage sale
Hold a garage or tag sale, or donate surplus belongings to a charity before your house goes on the market.

Selling? Cleaning Your Home

Show buyers that your house has been well cared for.

Scrub walls, floors, counters and appliances. Bring in the outdoors with sparkling clean windows. A scratch cover or stain/ sealer will return the warmth and glow of natural wood.

Professional Cleaning Service

Also, be sure every room smells as clean as it looks! Use an odor neutralizer to clean away smoke, pet and mildew odors. Jump start this step and give yourself some time off with a professional cleaning service.

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