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In North Carolina, it is common knowledge that homeowners pay the commission for the real estate agents that list their home and bring a buyer. In Southeastern NC, that is typically 6% of the sale price split between the two agents (actually, the split starts at the brokerage and there are fees subtracted before it gets to the agent, but …
After a home inspection is completed, the buyers have the option of submitting a repair request. The sellers are not required to fix anything; however, the buyer has the option of backing out at any time prior to closing. So, it’s usually in the seller’s best interests to negotiate and come to a compromise on repairs. It’s common for sellers …
After the offer on the home is accepted, an appraisal will be conducted by a third-party company. The appraisal gives a second opinion on the fair market value of the home. This assures the lender that they are making a sound decision lending their money to the buyer. As long as the buyer is getting financing for the home, there …
As real estate brokers in Wilmington, NC, we have assisted a variety of homeowners sell their properties throughout the pandemic, including those who are high-risk or have family members who fall in that category. We understand the stress of uncertainty and the risk posed by strangers entering a home. We also know that job transfers still happen, family members want …
When you have neither the time nor means to fix up a home, the idea of putting it on the real estate market can be stressful. Most homeowners understand that condition is one of the main factors that determine how much money a home will sell for, but that does not mean repairs or updates are a dealbreaker. You just …
Listing Specialist Melanie Cameron shares her recommendations for successfully selling your home during a pandemic. These are things she and her team have done since the onset of COVID-19 in the United States. These actions have helped her remain busy selling throughout this difficult time. If you have any questions about selling your home or the activity in your …
Selling a property is not just about all the hardware, fancy appliances, or a state-of-the-art marble walk-in shower. It’s to build a vivid picture of the lives potential home buyers can live when they purchase the property. We need to top-up our selling game by creating an atmosphere and an experience for the buyers. The moment they enter the door, …
Curb appeal has long been hailed by REALTORS® as key to attracting buyers, and thus a major Return on Investment for sellers. It is what obviously, and strikingly, makes your home’s first impression. Welcoming and reasonably low maintenance, good curb appeal expresses the “personality” of the house to invite instant connection from potential buyers. It is coherent, color-coordinated, and easy …
Social media is an important part of your home’s marketing plan. Out of all the most common sources, it produces some of the highest quality real estate leads i.e. potential buyers for your home. A survey in 2018 revealed that 50% of all buyers found their home online (this number is even higher in the youngest generation currently entering the …
