Williamson County Real Estate

Nashville real estate - I have a past client who asked me to stop by and talk about selling his home. He has just been divorced, and is having second thoughts about keeping the house. The home is in a great location in Nashville, but he has a problem, and it greets you at the door. So I tell his that if he wants to sell his house for a good price,  The dogs have to go.

Why, heasked. My answer, some people don't feel comfortable in a house with dogs, any dogs, do you want to sell the house? If so, take the dogs somewhere else. At that point, they had 3 dogs in the house. The house was clean, and didn't smell or look like dogs lived in it, but they did. The next day, I came by to leave some things, and the owner showed me his new pit bull. I guess he didn't really want to sell, because everyone who's seen the house could only talk about the dogs.

I know some people don't get it, but if you have dogs or cats in the house, you are eliminating part of your potential buyers before they ever see the house. I know a lot of people who have bad reactions to cats, and will not buy a home that a cat has lived in, even if it has new carpet.

This posting and the contents written here are the intellectual property and opinions of Larry Brewer of Keller Williams Realty.615-778-1818  Providing real estate services to clients in Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, Spring Hill, Green Hills, and the middle Tennessee area 615-512-7853

Nashville real estate - I have had more phone calls, e-mails, text messages, and contracts from strangers about Nashville and Franklin real estate, than from my sphere of influence for the first time in my career. Most of these people are from other states, but all have the same thing in common. The want to purchase Nashville real estate, and they found me, or my listings on the web. either from my blogs, or my websites.

I have to admit, that I was a non-believer at first. I really didn't think that this environment would really generate many Nashville real estate buyers or sellers, but I was wrong. My next 2 scheduled closings are from strangers who found the real estate through my website, and in turn used me as a buyers agent.

Thank you Activerain.

Nashville real estate - I've noticed that my office seems to be running at a different pace lately, and the customers I talk to that were waiting on the election, are now talking about the holidays. Just what you need is another excuse to wait.

The fact of the matter is that some people look at this as the perfect time to pick up a great deal on Nashville real estate. With less traffic, the good homes stay on the market just a little longer, and might be available for a little better price. The bad ones are always available.

Some people need to move. Transfers, divorce, and family, can force people to move, even when  they know it's not a great time to sell. 

I want to the Nashville realtor that's ready to work for them.  The other Nashville realtors can take the holidays off.

This posting and the contents written here are the intellectual property and opinions of Larry Brewer of Keller Williams Realty. Providing real estate services to clients in Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, Spring Hill, Green Hills, and the middle Tennessee area.

Put Your Nashville Home on The First Page Of Google - Mr Homeowner, I understand that you want to sell your real estate for the highest possible net price, and I am here to help. I know that you will be interviewing several of my competitors today, and all of them are good real estate agents. But, will they guarantee that your home will be the first thing a buyer sees if they google your neighborhood. How about your school zone, maybe even your town.

Ok town might be a stretch, but the school and neighborhood is not. I can guarantee those things because that's they way I advertise my listings. I spend a lot of time and money learning the best ways to maximize the your online exposure, because that's where real estate buyers usually start.

My competitors will tell you that they have a website, and that your property will be on it. Ok, but will your property have it's own website, designed by someone who understands SEO (search engine optimization), so that Google understands how important your home is in your neighborhood. Will your property have a blog post ? How many?

Just a thought, it's your money. Google your neighborhood and see how many realtors show up on the first page before you make your decision.

If you would like to know more about Internet marketing for Nashville real estate, call Larry Brewer at 615-512-7853, or click on one of the buttons.

Sellers of Nashville real estate  are going to great lengths to differentiate and distinguish their home. There are a few simple tricks that can help create a more appealing space and a more attractive listing.

* Listing: What's in a word?

When putting your home on the market, the right phrasing in your listing can be the key to attracting potential buyers. According to the 2008 MSN article, "What's ‘beautiful' worth? About $12,500″ researchers have found that listings with the words "beautiful" or "gorgeous" sold homes 15 percent faster, while "landscaping" bumped sales 20 percent faster and "move-in condition" expedited the sale by 12 percent.

Contrary to popular belief, sellers should steer clear of words that highlight desperation such as "motivated" and "must sell." The study found the inclusion of those words in the listing slowed sales by up to 30 percent.

* Branding: If you've got it, flaunt it.

Brand names create a point of differentiation and should be used as selling points for your home. There is no doubt that buyers will put more weight in brands they trust. If choosing to make upgrades before listing your home, consider quality, recognizable products because they will ultimately provide the best return.

* Staging: The ultimate showcase showdown.

When getting your home tidied up for potential buyers, there are some specific tips that will help your home appeal to a wider range of Nashville real estate buyers.

* Cleaning: The number one rule of staging is to get rid of unwanted and unused items. Whether packed away until the sale or permanently donated, de-cluttering allows buyers to see more of the home. This also includes moving furniture out of rooms that may seem overcrowded. Less is always more.

* Neutralizing: When getting your home ready to sell, going neutral is the best way to go to appeal to the most buyers. Painting is one of the most cost-effective ways to transform a room back to its natural state. Warm neutral colors tend to be a stager's preference because it keeps walls inviting while adding a touch of color in the room. Buyers can better imagine themselves living in a home when it is neutral.

* Landscaping: Although the inside of the home can create atmosphere, the first impression can be a lasting impression. The outside of the house will set the tone for what a buyer perceives is inside. Create a pleasant yard that is well-kept and full of life. Plants and flowers also should be brought inside the home to help accessorize and accent high traffic areas such as the kitchen and living room.

For information about Nashville real estate, go to my site at www.Nashvillerealestatelink.com 

I have clients who are having some difficult time with their marriage, so they have decided to put their home on the market, and go their separate ways. I stop by and access their property, write up the listing paperwork, and tell them the bad news. The dogs have to go.

Why, they asked. My answer, some people don't feel comfortable in a house with dogs, any dogs, do you want to sell the house? If so, take the dogs somewhere else. At that point, they had 3 dogs in the house. The house was clean, and didn't smell or look like dogs lived in it, but they did. The next day, I came by to leave some things, and the owner showed me his new pit bull. I guess he didn't really want to sell, because everyone who's seen the house could only talk about the dogs.

I know some people don't get it, but if you have dogs or cats in the house, you are eliminating part of your potential buyers before they ever see the house. I know a lot of people who have bad reactions to cats, and will not buy a home that a cat has lived in, even if it has new carpet.

This posting and the contents written here are the intellectual property and opinions of Larry Brewer. Providing real estate services to clients in Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, Spring Hill, Green Hills, and the middle Tennessee area

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