There are 5 Common mistakes we see many for sale by owners or fsbo’s make. Through our experience helping 100′s of Massachusetts For Sale By Owners we have started to see a couple of mistakes that many homeowners make. Below is the list of to 5 Mistakes FSBO’s make. Please feel free to contact us @ 617-259-0235 if you need help selling your home on your own.
Top 5 Mistakes For Sale By Owners Make!
5.) Not taking professional photos: In today’s market it is important to make your home stand out from the pack and pro photos can make all the difference. If you live in the Boston Massachusetts area and would like us to photograph your home please email mafinehomes@gmail.com or call 617-259-0235.
4.) Not being on the MLS or multiple listing service: The MLS or multiple listing service is hands down the most important place for your home to be if you want to get it sold. This is because the multiple listing service is the tool that 1000′s of Realtors use to find properties for their buyers.
3.) Not being prepared for smoke inspection: In many areas like Boston Massachusettshomeowners are required to successfully pass a Smoker Inspection given by the fire department. Usually the fire department will come to your house and make sure you have the right smoke and carbon detectors, that they are in the the proper locations and they all work. We recommend that you schedule your smoke inspection as soon as you sign the contract to purchase.
2.) Not having a attorney lined up: whether you are selling on your own or with a licensed real estate agent we recommend lining up a real estate attorney as soon as you put your home on the market.
1.) Not following up with agents after showings: One of the key tactics that a homeowner should be using to help sell there home is to follow up. We often see many sellers waiting for a agent to call them back(this will rarely happen). What you need to do is call the agent back one day after they show your home. Often times you will find that the buyer is on the fence but the agent is not good at showing them the strong points in your property. By calling them you can highlight the selling points and maybe move that buyer off the fence and into your home.
Call 617-259-0235 for pro photos of your Boston area home!!
