Common Seller Qualms and How To Get Through Them
If you're selling a house, you know that there are some common issues that can throw a wrench in your plans. Whether it's not getting enough viewings or just feeling like the whole Alabama land for sale process is moving too slowly—these are the things that can make you feel like throwing in the towel.
But don't! We're here to help. Here are some tips for dealing with these common issues:
Not getting enough property viewings
Ask your estate agent to do more advertising on the internet and in local papers, as this is where most people search for property. They might be able to include a virtual tour of your house, which will help it stand out from other properties that don't have one. You could also consider offering a discount if someone comes to view, as this will encourage more people to see your house.
Getting viewings but no offers
If you're getting lots of viewings but no offers, it's likely you need some guidance on how much you should be asking for. A good place to start is by getting an independent valuation done by an accredited valuer with experience in your area. This will give you an idea of what other properties in the area have sold for recently, which gives you a good comparison point when pricing yours out at the next open day!
Slow sale progress
If you don't know why your home isn't selling quickly, you should ask your agent for advice on how to fix it. Your agent may recommend lowering the price or making some cosmetic changes to the property (such as repainting or adding new flooring).
Sale falls through
When this happens, it's important to remember that there is nothing wrong with you as a seller or buyer. It just wasn't meant to be! You should try again by finding another property or buyer who might be interested in what you have to offer.
Chain collapse
This occurs when one party in a chain of buyers backs out of the purchase without informing everyone else in the chain about their decision beforehand. This can cause all other parties in the chain (including yourself) great difficulty if they were relying on that person’s ability to pay before proceeding with their own purchases/mortgages etc...
Buyer trying to reduce offer
A buyer might want to negotiate a reduction in the price of your house, but you don't have to accept a reduced offer. If you're not happy with the first offer and the buyer is keen to buy the property, they'll come back with another offer. If they're not willing to do that, then it's probably time to start looking for a new buyer!
The Bottom Line
You now have a better understanding of the process of selling a home. Selling a home can be very time consuming, but with the right attitude, you should not just come out with profit in hand but also a great story to tell.
Written & Published By: Brandon Mickens, LandHub
*Brandon has been involved with buying and selling land for the past 15 years and now wants to share his knowledge and experience with others.
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