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Valerie Barber, Realtor®

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LIST WITH ME

Your Listing is My Priority

Selling a house on your own can be an overwhelming task. There's advertising to plan and budget for, open houses and private showings to arrange, purchase offers to negotiate, contract contingencies to worry about, and complicated paperwork to fill out. Make it easy on yourself by putting your home in the hands of a seasoned professional. I have extensive experience marketing properties and showing them to their best advantage.

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Initially, I will conduct a thorough market analysis to establish the optimal price for your home. Subsequently, we will collaborate to prepare your home for the market and establish an effective marketing strategy.

LET'S DISCUSS YOUR PROPERTY

SELLING IN TODAY'S MARKET

Understanding the local market is something I take pride in. Together, you and I will explore a comparative market analysis of your home, look at current homes on the market and recently sold homes in your area to ensure you get the most out of your home investment. Every home sale is personal, and you can trust me to be with you every step of the way.

We will work together to answer all of your questions such as:

  • How to best prepare your home for market


  • How to ensure you get the best sales price possible


  • What elements do I bring to the process to set you apart from your competition


  • The average time on the market


  • And more!
LIST YOUR PROPERTY WITH ME

The Value I Add

It sounds like you're gearing up to sell your house and are considering whether to go it alone or hire a professional. Selling a house independently indeed involves numerous steps, each with its own set of challenges:


  1. Advertising: You'll need to figure out the best ways to market your property, which could include online listings, social media posts, and printed materials. Setting a budget for advertising and deciding where to allocate resources is crucial. There are many strategies to marketing a property successfully and I share my marketing plan with you to accomplish the goal of selling your house at the best price and in the shortest time.
  2. Pulse on the Market: I will provide detailed, reliable and accurate information about the market and what that means for your situation. This will help you understand the impact on potential time on the market, pricing, competition and more. I am the expert and love to share my expertise with you.
  3. Open Houses and Private Showings: Organizing these events requires flexibility and availability, as you'll need to prepare your home each time and be present to answer questions from potential buyers.
  4. Professional Photos and Videos: Since the bulk of home buyers start their search online, I provide them plenty of photos inside and out of your house. Top quality photos/videos are essential to showcase a home and its best features and attract buyers to our listing. 
  5. Negotiating Offers: This can be one of the trickier aspects, especially if you're not experienced in real estate negotiations. It involves understanding the market value of your home and being able to come to a mutually agreeable price and terms. I am here to guide you on what to consider when evaluating an offer and provide additional assistance during a multiple offer situation. Ultimately, the choice is yours but I want you to understand your options and the implications of different decisions. I am RENE (Real Estate Negotiation Expert) certified and that means that I can professionally negotiate for a win-win situation.
  6. Contract Contingencies: Deals often come with contingencies such as inspections, appraisals, and financing, which need to be managed carefully to ensure they don’t derail the sale.
  7. Paperwork: The volume of legal paperwork involved in selling a home can be daunting. It's important to handle this correctly to avoid future legal issues.
  8. Representation: An agent’s loyalty lies with their seller (or buyer if it’s a buyer’s agent) and my interests will never come before yours. I will represent you to the best of my ability while keeping your best interests top of mind.
  9. Trustworthiness: I will be honest about the market, your house, the value of your property, condition and related matters. I know you want results and not empty promises. I provide honest guidance on how to best prepare your home for the market and advise you based on the feedback received. 
  10. Communication: I provide clear, honest and regular communication with you. I do not have an assistant call you so you get me from beginning to end. I try to communicate with you in the way you prefer. I want you to hear from me and I want to hear from you too. If there is ever a reason you feel I am lacking in communication, I want you to tell me.
  11. Enthusiasm and Interest: I am truly interested in your needs and goals and I am excited to list and market your house. I am passionate about real estate and I love what I do and I hope that passion shows in every interaction with you.
  12. Customer Service: I try to always anticipate issues, take care of the little things and provide you with information at the appropriate time. I don’t want you getting bogged down in minuscule issues that can derail the process. I help you keep focused on the larger goal.


Given these complexities, working with a seasoned real estate professional can be very beneficial. I bring expertise in marketing, negotiation, and managing the legal aspects of a sale. My experience can also help in showcasing your home in the best light, potentially leading to a faster sale at a better price. Choosing a professional with a strong track record can provide peace of mind and significantly simplify the process for you!


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