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Homeowner Consequences of a Foreclosure vs a Short Sale ~ posted by Melanie Bailey

The following shows the difference in how these two processes affect your credit rate, ablility to obtain future loans & more:

  

TOP 12 Reasons to SELL YOUR HOME during THE HOLIDAYS posted by Melanie Bailey

1.       January is traditionally the month for employees to begin new jobs. Since transferees cannot wait until spring to buy, you need to be on the market during the Holidays to capture that market!

2.       Some people must buy before the end of the year for tax reasons!

3.       Buyers have more time to look for a home during the holidays than they do during a working week!

4.       Buyers are more emotional during the Holidays, so they are more likely to pay your price! 

5.       5.  Houses show better when decorated for the Holidays!

6.       6.  Since the supply of listings will dramatically increase in January, there will be less demand for your particular home! Less demand means less money for you!

7.       7.  Serious buyers have fewer houses to choose from during the Holidays and less competition means more money for you!

8.       8.  People who look for homes during the Holidays are more serious buyers!

9.       By selling now, you may have an opportunity to be a non-contingent buyer in early spring, when many more houses are on the market for less money! This will allow you to sell high and buy low!

10.   You can sell now for more money and we will provide for a delayed closing or extended occupancy until early next year!

11.   Even though your house will be on the market, you still have the option to restrict showings during the six or seven days around the Holidays!

12.   Appraisers look at comparable homes for the past 3-6 months - your winter sales price will be compared to late summer (higher priced) home sales.  Spring sales are compared to late winter (lower priced) home sales.

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Selling Your Home During the Holidays posted by Amanda Nichols

The holiday season is a busy time full of family gatherings, social engagements, shopping and decorating. The sometimes frantic pace of the holidays coupled with the notion that this is the real estate slow season can cause home sellers to take their listings off the market until the new year. But if you are serious about selling that might not be the best idea, here's why...

• Corporate Relocation - Many job transfers coincide with the end of the calendar year, and these relocating individuals and families usually don't have any choice regarding their move dates. Plus, relocating home buyers with school-age children often try to get established by the time school resumes. If moving during the holidays is not a possibility for you, don't worry. You can always accept the buyer's contract and extend the closing date to a time that works for both parties.
• Vacation Days - At the end of the year, many people have cumulated vacation days to use on top of company holidays. This is particularly beneficial for couples who may have multiple overlapping days off to spend looking at homes.
• Inviting Decorations and a Sense of "Home" - Tasteful seasonal decorations meant to impress and entertain friends, family and neighbors will also make an impact on potential buyers. Plus, lit fireplaces, the scent of fresh pine, and inviting aromas from the kitchen bring a warm and welcoming feeling to a home.

Remember, if you have a realtor in your corner to handle the sale of your home, you can go about your holiday tasks without any added stress.

Posted by Amanda Nichols ~ Realtor ~ Keller Williams Realty Peachtree Battle

770-490-1563 ~ AmandaNichols@kw.com ~ www.AmandaNichols.com

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