Top Pricing Mistakes That Will Cost You Thousands When You Sell Your Home
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Top Pricing Mistakes That Will Cost You Thousands When You Sell Your Home
Barb a lot of people go off those automated valuations like on Zillow to determine what their home is worth.  How does a home seller decide what price to set when selling their home?
1. Pricing a home appropriately can mean the difference between a home seller getting TOP dollar for the home or the home sitting on the market for a longer than normal period of time.
Here is why:
a. Price too high – no or few showings – no offers
b. Price too low – buyers don’t offer enough
c. Price too high and slowly walk the price down
a. National statistics – Net LESS Money
2. What About Pricing according to those automated valuations?
a. Not accurate
b. Average homes around you
c. They Do not know YOUR improvements
Pricing Just Right!
Pricing too low:
* Most buyers assume you will accept that number
* Or if they need work…EVER LOWER! BLA Story
* Agents suggesting a PRICE TOO LOW may not have YOUR best interest in mind
3. Pricing a Home REALISTICALLY vs OPTIMISTICALLY will always command top dollar
How:
* Careful evaluation of:
Similar Recent Sales 
*  Compare Apples to Apples
Current Similar Competition
* Put your Buyers Hat On
* If you are thinking of making a move and would like
Tips on how to prepare and position your home to command top dollar
Get a great idea on how much your home will sell for in this market call us at 719 301 3900
You are listening to the Real Estate Voice with myself Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty, you can reach me at 719 301 3900 
Barb, its time for the Lightning round of some of your Hot New Listings, tell us about them.
1. 12900 Stone Valley Dr, Peyton CO $450K
2. 1354 Tonka Ave, $449,999
Coming Soon:
3. 305 Grand Blvd, $315K, CS CO
4. 740 Sunrise Cir, WPK, $899K
5. 310 Spring Creek Dr Divide CO $699K
6. 501 S Siesta Way Pueblo West CO $1.2M

Frequently Asked Questions for Agents When Thinking of Selling Your Home
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Frequently Asked Questions For Agents When Thinking of Selling a Home
Barb, I know many people ask you questions when getting ready to sell their homes.  What are the top frequently asked questions from home sellers about selling their homes?
If you are thinking of making a move and would like
Plus we are offering a Free Report entitled the : Top Frequently asked questions when selling a home visit www.BarbHasTheBuyers.com
Click on the GREEN Button to Download or call 719 301 3900
FAQ: What improvement will I need to do to get my home ready for sale?
This is what we do multiple times every week.
We come out, and take the grand tour:
Give you tips on what to do and MORE IMPORTANTLY WHAT NOT TO do to get your home ready to sell.
FAQ: What To Expect When You Call:
Get a great idea on how much your home will sell for in this market
And show you how much you will put in your pocket when it sells.
To order your report go to BarbHasTHEBuyers.com 
Click on the Green Button or Call us at 719 301 3900
FAQ:  How does a home seller pick the best real estate agent for me?
1. 80% of real estate agents get out of the business every 5 years
2. 74% sell 3 or less homes per year
3. We have a FREE report on our website “10 Questions to Ask Before You Hire a Real Estate Agent
4. Go to BarbHasTheBuyers.com and click on the Green Button or call us at 719 301 3900
FAQ: Should I sign a long-term contract when hiring an agent to handle the sale?
People do NOT sell a home very often!
a. Communication issues
b. Legal Issues
c. Disclosure Issues
d. Agent Issues
e. Marketing Issues
f. Closing Issues
FAQ: What are My Options if I Sign a Contract and I Discover the Agent Did NOT Perform as Promised?
The length of the agreement depends on several factors:
How quickly home sell
Pricing and price range of the home
What the agent has actually promised
There is a cancellation clause built into our state contracts…but its tied to what they “promised to do”, its very unclear.
The state forms do NOT say anything about performance, just the legaleaze of the agreement.
Mountain Shadows New Home Story
Agent did not perform
Asked Seller for Extra Commission AFTER he was fired if any buyer came through bought the home.
That clause was not in the original agreement.
How does behavior like that affect an agent’s reputation?
Our Goal: Clients so happy with our service they want to tell their friends and family. 
We Want to Serve More Clients so we can Give Back to More Veterans Causes
If you are thinking of making a move… give us a call at 719 301 3900
You are listening to Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty, if you are interested in selling or buying call Barb at 719 301 3900 
We are talking Barb about the top home seller frequently asked questions, what are some more you can share with us?
FAQ: How a Home Seller can be prepared for buyers coming through their home and how those are scheduled.
You control:
Dates and times showings are allowed
How much notice is required for showings
When you do NOT want showings
We Help with How it Shows!
FAQ: How Does a Home Seller Maximize their Home Sale Potential?
1. 5 Key Factors:
a. Price – you control
b. Location – you cannot control
c. Curb appeal – you control
d. Condition – You control
e. Availability – You control
f. Benefits – you can explain
g. Marketing – Agent controls
Why is Marketing Important?
If Home NOT Properly Marketed:
1.   You may not get top dollar
2.  the right buyer who would pay top dollar does not find out about your home until its too late, 
3. the buyer does not choose to view your home 
If you are thinking of making a move and want to know:
What to do and what n<

5 Critical Home Improvements That Make Buyers Pay Top Dollar
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5 Critical Updates That Make Buyers Pay Top Dollar
Barb, most people assume that all homes are selling right now.  In this hot market do home sellers really need to make improvements to get the most money when they sell?
Makes some minor improvements can go a long way to commanding as much as 11% more for your home!
It is worth it in most cases, unless the entire home needs a rehab then I would think twice.
WHAT WE DO:
We Offer a Free, No Obligation Consultation on What to Do and What Not to Do to Get Your Home Ready for Sale
You can call us anytime at 719 301 3900 or Visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com
Update According to the Buyers Taste:
1. Paint the Interior - Neutralize
Remove Wall Paper:
Paint Over Wood Paneling – Gives a Popular Shiplap appearance – Hot Now
2. Cue In Curb Appeal
a. It’s a Challenge to Grow Grass Here!
b. Paint your front door, 
c. Correct peeling paint
4. Make the Yard GREAT!
a. Refresh mulch beds
b. People love fire pits or places outdoors to relax
c. Re-stain and repair decks
d. Take care of ALL peeling paint
i. Leoti Story
e. Place to relax
2. Brighten up the Bathrooms 
Tile in Bathrooms & Over-Mount Sinks:
Rules of Thumb for Bathrooms:
1. Look at the Competition
2. Make it Squeaky Clean
3. Think Timeless
4. Update Fixtures
3. Put a Fresh Face on the Kitchen
a. Faucets
b. Counters – all off but coffee pot
c. Paint Oak cabinets – Dover White
d. Update Door Hardware
4. Update Flooring
a. Carpet in bathrooms – Luxury Vinyl
b. Stained carpet – fresh is best!
Luxury Vinyl great for: Active Households
Water proof
Made to mimic look of hardwood floors
Super Durable
Updating the Kitchen
Does NOT have to be a complete Remodel
This EX: Painted Existing Cabinets and Updated Lighting
Stay Neutral
Update Fixtures
If you would like to find out more about our Help Program and have us show you what to do to get your home ready for sale, please give us a call at 719 301 3900 or contact us on BarbHasTheBuyers.com

Realtor Association in the Hot Seat for Lack of Transparency
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Realtor Association in the Hot Seat for Lack of Transparency
Barb, many people buying and selling real estate are often confused about how the real estate industry divides up commissions in a transaction. There has been some news about this topic lately, can you tell us about it?
This started a few years ago with:
Anti-trust lawsuit brought on by some Chicago home sellers about:
"Why am I paying for the buyers agent to fight against me in the transaction?”
This opened the investigation into the “Industry Norm and Standard
Significant Anti-Trust Law Violations
Suit Revealed
Minimum mandates of commission to buyer’s agent
Agents were telling consumers:
“If you DON’T offer the buyers agent X commission, they will not show it to their buyers
Reveal:  Buyers lack of transparency about commission offered
Reveal: Some MLS Systems do NOT allow NON NAR members to input their listings (PPAR) or SHOW their listings
DOJ Anti-Trust Case Charges:
a. Disclosure to consumers about buyer broker commission
b. Mis-representation to buyers that co-commission is FREE
d. DOJ Anti-Trust Case Discrimination Charges:
e. Agents can filter homes in the system by amount of commission offered
f. MLS limited lock box access to local members only
REX Factor:
Off Market – Own MLS Shunned by NAR & Z
Zillow Factor:
Owns Your Contact Info Thru Showing Time
Swiping Listings from Agents offers MORE Than Market Value
Then Flipping for a LOSS??/
Different Methods & Costs of Selling a Home
Traditional Listing:
Pros:
Access to a majority of buyers
International Web Exposure
Cons:
MLS Makes your Home Generic 
Its Value is Compared to other homes
Benefits of your home may not be identified by average agents
Pressure from outside agents to reduce price to give concessions
We Provide a Wide Range of Services to Help Home Sellers and Buyers Make Their Next Move
What to Do to Get Ready
What NOT to Do to Get Ready
How We Give You ACCESS to ALL The Buyers
World Class Marketing That Attracts Best Buyers
What Your Home Will Sell For
How Much You Will Put in Your Pocket
If You are Thinking of Moving? call us My Name is Barb Schlinker (spell it)  Call 719 301 3900 or visit: https://www.BarbHasTheBuyers.com
You are listening to the Real Estate Voice with myself Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty, if you are interested in selling your and want to call Barb give her a call at 719 301 3900 
We are talking Barb a legal battle between the Department of Justice and the National Association of Realtors over Anti-Trust violations that could change the industry.  What are some things our listeners need to watch out for when thinking of making a move?
The buyers don’t really know the NAR members work.
They See a Home Online
They think they are getting the listing agent
They get some randon agent who found YOU online
First meeting AT the House
Commission Typically Paid From Seller’s Proceeds EXCEPT
Typically built into sales price
A Portion of the the commission seller is paying is
Offered to NON Listing Agents who may bring buyer
Designed that way so commission is paid out of the financing
Most people don’t really know how commission works.
Some agents resist showing homes that don’t offer a commission in which they want (eg 3.0%)
My Team Knows HOW to Negotiate on Your Behalf!
We offer our buyers: Insider Access to Homes NOT Online as well as
Access to ALL the homes from all the real estate companies
What would Buyers think if they knew agents are giving them access to homes they already have access to?
What Can Home Buyers Do to Ensure They Get Access to ALL the Homes in Their Criteria?
1. Ask the Right Questions
2. Ask for Access to all the Local MLS
a. PPAR, Den + NOT

The Top Ways to Pay Off Your Mortgage Early and Hot New Listings
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Top 7 Ways to Pay Off Your Mortgage Early & Some Hot New Listings
1) Barb, I’ve heard people say there is nothing more exciting than paying off your mortgage, what are the Top 7 Ways to Pay Off Your Mortgage Early 
Its interesting to note that:
Thinking of Refinancing?  Consider:
How long you plan to stay in the home
Whether or not it makes sense to add Years to the Mortgage
The cost of Refinancing
IF plan to stay, paying off your mortgage as fast as possible is the best way to go:
Fact:  A typical 30-year mortgage takes 21 years just to pay down LESS THAN HALF of the principal of your loan!
Fact: For a $435,000 30-year mortgage at 3.0%, paid monthly with no extra down total amount paid would be $660,231!
There are several ways to prepay a mortgage:
Make an extra mortgage payment every year
Add extra dollars to every payment
Apply a lump sum after an inheritance or other windfall
Some combination of the above
The Banks GET THEIR INTEREST MONEY FIRST!
If you are thinking of selling a home, and want to know how to get the BEST PRICE give us a call at 719 301 3900, 
so here are some MORE WAYS  to pay it down early:
1. Make Bi Weekly Payments – In 1 year you would have made 13 payments and, over time taken 4 years and 4 months off your mortgage
2. Make an Extra House Payment Each Quarter = $65,000 savings on interest
4. Bring Your Lunch to Work, apply extra $100 to mortgage = savings of $28,000 in interest
5. Pay a 30 Year Mortgage like a 15- year mortgage.
a. Bank Rate Mortgage Calculator to find out how much to pay
6. When you buy a home, try NOT to max out your budget.  This is a great market, you will do well when you go to sell it/
a. If you are a couple, try to qualify for a payment on 1 income
b. Have a good savings account ready for ‘surprises’
7. The people I have met that have a paid for house have tremendous peace of mind.
This is one of the main reasons, I recommend you, a trusted Navy Veteran when thinking of buying or selling a home. I’m Richard Randall and You are listening to The Real Estate Voice with me, Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty, you can reach Barb at 719 301 3900 or www.BarbHasTheBuyers.com
Tell Us About Some Hot New Listings You Have Coming UP?
1. 17890 s
2. 7820 Cyprus Rd Lovely Ranch on 3 Acres, Upper $500s 
3. 4223 Alder Springs Rd, CS, Under $300k
4. SNEAK PEAK: Stagecoach Rd, CS CO 80908, 5 Acres with barn & biodome, Mid $700s
5. Northwest Near Woodman Valley Chapel, Upper $400s
Photo coming today
6. SNEAK PEEK: . Edmonstown Dr, 80923, Mid $400s
7. Avalanche Hts, Upper $300s, Main level living +

What if the Appraiser Does NOT Think Your Home is Worth the Sales Price
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What if the Appraiser Does NOT Think the Home is Worth the Sales Price
We are back with Barb Schlinker, Barb…Barb, I’m told the market is red hot and sometimes the appraiser does not think the home is worth what the buyer agreed to pay, tell us about that.
1. Yes, its exciting and very scary for home sellers at the same time.
a) For the 4th month in a row prices are spiking
b) Some sellers are reaching for the moon on prices and not getting it
c) bidding wars ARE COMMON
2. We have had a few cases where the appraisers have come back and said the home is not worth what the buyer agreed to pay. This can be very frustrating for a home seller.
a) Options:  Lower price to appraisal
1. Say no and get buyer to make up diff in cash
2. Negotiate in between
1. Haystack
The Elephant in the Room – Bidding OVER its Value
Many agents are making offers like that …just to get a contract then.
If it doesn’t appraise…weeks later, some agents think the seller must lower their price
Not True
WE STAY AHEAD OF THE VALUE / APPRAISAL ISSUE
At our office – we look a value many times:
First meeting with seller
Just before we go on MLS
While Presenting OFFERS
At APPRAISAL VISIT
WHAT CAN BE DONE IF THE APPRAISAL COMES IN LOW?
VA appraisal is the only one that can be challenged
FHA and Conventional – you get what you get
We Plan ahead with great comps and communicating with appraiser
MANY OFFERS NOW ARE ANTICIPATING THE ISSUE
APPRAISAL GUARANTEES IN OFFER
Very attractive to sellers
It takes an agent who understands appraisals, market trends and how to properly select similar sales
If you would like to get an opinion of value and find out how we are able to command on average $28,400 OVER asking price, + help get you ready for sale, call us at 719 301 3900
You are listening to the Real Estate Voice with myself Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty, you can reach me at 719 301 3900 
We are talking Barb about appraisals.  How do home sellers prevent or plan for appraisal challenges?
Price Realistically NOT Optimistically
1. Look at similar recent and active sales.
2. Condition is big:
Its an opinion
Try to make the house look nice for the appraiser visit
3. We meet the appraiser, provide similar sales and tell them about improvement
WHY SELLER TOOK LESS than what is offered
Both offers willing to go to 500K 
Seller Picked best buyer and countered at a lower price…WHY
1. Concern over appraisal coming on low
2. Wanted buyer to Know it was an AS IS SALE
CONDITION ISSUES PLAY A ROLE
a) SHOWINGS HAVE STOPPED
1. THIS IS An OPINION OF VALUE
HAS SOME SUBJECTIVENESS
b) NEED TO KEEP IT TIDY DURING APPRAISER VISIT
OCCASIONAL REQUEST FOR REPAIRS FROM APPRAISERS
a) Many get appraiser and inspector mixed up
1. The VA does NOT inspect your home
b) AN APPRAISER CERTIFIED TO DO VA APPRAISALS 
1. IF ANY APPRAISER REQUEST REPAIRS ITS SO THE HOME MEETS THE LOAN GUIDELINES 
Why VA Buyers and Their Appraisers are Great!
1. Only Appraisal you can challenge
2. If a down payment it’s a good thing
3. Need an agent who knows how to pick similar sales = success
Typical Appraiser Repair Requests:
b) FHA & VA Loans:
1. Peeling paint
2. Missing outlet covers
3. Safety issues
4. Window well covers
5. Broken windows
c) Conventional Loans:
1. Any Safety Issues
Typical Appraiser Repair Requests:
a) FHA & VA Loans:
1. Peeling paint
2. Missing outlet covers
3. Safety issues
4. Window well covers
5. Broken windows
b) Conventional Loans:
1. Any Safety Issues
Typical Appraiser Repair Requests:
c) FHA & VA Loans:
1. Peeling paint
2. Missing outlet covers
3. Safety issues
4. Window well covers
5. Broken windows

11 High Cost Home Inspection Traps 2021
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11 High Cost Home Inspection Traps You Should Know Weeks Before You List Your Home

Barb, many home sellers fear the inspection.  Many people think most buyers want to purchase their home as it is.  What are some of the High Cost Home Inspection Traps you come across selling homes?
Buyers want to buy – but in most cases NOT as is
Most sellers assume their home is selling AS IS
Not a time for UPGRADES but
Buyers want broken things repaired
Lear Story
33 Physical Problems that come under scrutiny, with the inventory low, most buyers are stating they will not ask for cosmetic issues and focus on major systems, health and safety.  
Colorado does NOT require a license to be an inspector.
Story of Landscaper inspector & Dad
The high-cost things include:
Roof replacements – particularly high deductibles
Furnace replacements
Electrical panel
Structural stuff can be really costly
Sewer and Septic Repairs
Some pre planning with a great real estate agent can help go you ready to sell worry free
TOP MECHANICAL SYSTEMS THAT COME UNDER HOME INSPECTION SCRUTINY:
1. Mechanical Systems:
HVAC – clean and service furnace
Water Heater – check permit history, building code has changed
2. Electrical – GFCI issues, Federal Pacific Panel
3. Plumbing:
There are often hidden things you may not see, it would not hurt to get your home pre-inspected
4. Appliances:
These should be functional
Refrigerator, washer and dryer are considered personal property.
MORE TOP MECHANICAL SYSTEMS THAT COME UNDER HOME INSPECTION SCRUTINY
4. Sewer / Septic:
If home does not have a sewer clean out…
Had inspectors pull toilets and not replace seals
Run sewer scopes through in appropriate lines
5. Roof Issues
Could be very costly – BLA Story
Could just be the cost of your deductible
Bonfoy Story
DOES THE LENDER OR APPRAISER CARE ABOUT SYSTEMS?
In most cases the Lenders and Appraisers do not require much of these items
They focus on whether the home meets the lending guidelines:
* Safety trip hazards, window well covers, broken windows, etc
WE ARE Offering a Free Report on How to Avoid the Home Inspection Traps
FREE Report on the 11 Things You Need to Know to Pass Your Home Inspection, visit www.11HomeInspectionTraps.com and or call  719 301 3900…
You are listening to the Real Estate Voice with myself Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty, if you are interested in selling your and want to call Barb give her a call  at 719 301 3900 
We are talking Barb about 11 High Cost Home Inspection Traps.  Barb, what are some other home inspection issues that come up?
5. Decking / Broken Flatwork:
These could be a safety issue
Wood takes a beating in this climate
Much of these can be repaired.
Lately buyers are asking for broken concrete to be repaired.  Not required by lender unless it is a trip hazard.
* Contractors say concrete will crack
6. Roofing:
Hail in our climate these are very, painfully common.
Before you go up for sale talk to your insurance company about the deductible for roof replacement if you think that will be an issue.
7. Windows:
Broken seals are cosmetic, functionality is a different  issue.
Inspection Surprises…The Wildcard:  The buyer INSPECTION WISH list:
Buyers Asking for Stuff!
To find out about all 33 systems you can order your FREE Report on the 11 Things You Need to Know to Pass Your Home Inspection, visit www.11HomeInspectionTraps.com and Click on the GREEN Button or call our office at 719 301 3900…
1) You are listening to the Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty, if you are thinking of making a move call Barb at 719 301 3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com or if you want a free report the 11 Things You Need to Know to Pas

Best Moving Companies When Moving Out of the Colorado Springs Area
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Best Moving Companies When Moving out of the Colorado Springs Area
Barb, moving for anyone is a huge project and many people want to know what are their options when planning their move leaving the Colorado Springs area.  What are the best moving companies and options for people moving across the country?
Moving Company Options are a Frequently Asked Question
Although Colorado has a Net INCREASE of People migrating TO the state by 7.3%
Many people are moving out of state
Top Destinations for Migration are:
Western States:
Nevada, Washington Oregon, Arizona, Colorado, Texas
Eastern States:
Tennessee, Georgia, Florida & North Carolina
Types of Moving Companies Have Changed:
A. Full-Service Movers – United Van Lines
B. Hybrid Do It Yourself Movers – U-Pak
C. Do It Yourself Van Rental
We will cover some detail on the different options shortly and at the end of this segment I’ll be sharing:
Top 5 Moving Companies
How to Protect Yourself Against Moving Scammer
We Provide a Wide Range of Services to Help Home Sellers Plan and Prepare for Their Moves
What to Do to Get Ready
What NOT to Do to Get Ready
What Your Home Will Sell For
How Much You Will Put in Your Pocket
If You are Thinking of Moving? call us My Name is Barb Schlinker (spell it)  Call 719 301 3900 or visit: www.BarbHasTheBuyers.com
Different Methods & Costs to Move Across the Country:
1. Hire a Professional Moving Company – 
Around $1000 per room
2. You Pak - They Move 
Around $4,500
3. You Pack, You Load and You Drive Van
About $3,000
NEW SLIDE
Moving Cost Calculator
https://www.movingapt.com/best-moving-company-cross-country/
#1 Things To Check When Hiring A Professional Moving Company
Availability Dates
Plan WAY Ahead!  Especially summer
Insurance Coverage
Storage Costs
#2 Things To Check When Hiring A Pod-Style Move
States Where They Operate
Plan WAY Ahead!  Especially summer
Insurance Coverage
Storage Costs
Time Allotted to Load & Unload the Containers
NEW SLIDE
Pod Move Considerations:
PODs + other similar companies
Getting Loading and Unloading Help
On-Time Delivery Issues
#3 Things to Check When Doing a Do-It Yourself Move
Van Size
Van Availability
Insurance Coverage
Tools to Plan How Much Space You Need
Top 5 Moving Companies in the US:
#1: United Van Lines: Ranked 4.9 out of 5.0
Pros: Best ranked and in all states except Hawaii
Water tight inspection policy
Cons: No Shipment tracking
New Slide
Top 5 Moving Companies in the US:
#2: Arpin Van Lines: Ranked 4.8 out of 5.0
Pros:
Most affordable
Exceptional customer service
Cons:
No storage
Top 5 Moving Companies in the US:
#3: Atlas Van Lines: Ranked 4.7 out of 5.0
Pros:
Professional inspection policy
Large fleet
Cons:
Lengthy quote process
No shipment tracking

Top 5 Moving Companies in the US:
#4: Mayflower: Ranked 4.6 out of 5.0
Pros:
Excellent reputation
Secure storage
Auto transport
Cons:
Lengthy quote process
Customer service not particularly strong

Top 5 Moving Companies in the US:
#4: U-Pak: Ranked 4.5 out of 5.0
Pros:
Affordable moving company
Fast, reliable service
Cheap mover
Cons:
Not an actual mover
Limited time for loading and unloading

How to Sell for up to 11% More - Hot New Listings
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How to Sell for Up to 11% More & Hot New Listings
Q.  Home Sale Preparation is a question home sellers often ask about when thinking of selling their home.  How much difference does home sale preparation make when selling a home?
The #1 Question we get from home sellers is…What do we need to do and what NOT to do to get our home ready for sale?
Small investment = Big ROI
Buyers Want HGTV
You Need an Agent That Knows:
What to do and what NOT to do to get top $
To Fix or Not Fix
Table Rock Story
Oak Bend
Position the Home with Pricing and Improvements to Get Top Dolla
Fordham Story
Marketing Strategy:
Updated Homes = Top Dollar
Aggressively Priced homes = Top Dollar
Homes Priced Realistically vs Optimistically = Top Dollar
Examples of Home Sale Preparation
Decluttering
Re-purposing
Vacant Strategy
Tenant in the Home Strategy
Whatever Situation Best Fits Your Home
We are prepared to make it better
We Will Help You Get Ready!
Command Top Dollar
Just ask John and Shelly:
We just Sold Their Home for $55,000 OVER Asking price!~
If you are thinking of making a move and would like to know what to do and what not to do get ready for sale, you can go to our website:  BarbHasTheBuyers.com or call 719 301 3900
Q. We are here with Barb Schlinker on the Real Estate Voice show,  if you are thinking of selling your home and want to get the MOST amount of money when you sell Call Barb at 719 301 3900 or visit  www.BarbHasTheBuyers.com
1. 2202-2212 Wheeler Ave Mid $500,000s
2. 7820 Cyprus Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80909, $595,000
3. 4951 Cliff Point Cir, Colorado Springs, CO
4. Coming Soon: 197 Norman Ave, CS CO 80911, $299,999
5. Coming Soon Washo Cir $270000
6. 13071 Deer Ridge Way, Larkspur, co $79,999
7. Coming Soon: Chantilly Pl $299,999
8. Coming Soon: Stone Valley $450,000
9. 740 Sunrise Cir, Woodland Park, $899,000

Trade Up Mistakes and How to Avoid Them When Moving Up to Another Home Updated 2021
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Trade Up Mistakes and How to Avoid Them When Moving Up to Your Next Home
Barb one of the biggest challenges for home sellers is the classic Real Estate Catch 22 Having a House to Sell Before They Buy Their Next Home, how do homes owners make Trade Up Mistakes when moving up to another home and how do they avoid them?
1. The Real Estate Dilemma is TWO FOLD:
Need their net proceeds from the sale to buy and
Fear that if we sell their home too fast they will be rendered in a temporary housing situation
2. Needing the Net Proceeds?
Option 1: Sell the Home!
Or at least get it Under Contract – Home Sellers of homes they want to buy are much more likely to accept a Contingent Home Sale when their home already has a buyer…
Most Sellers Will REJECT Sale Contingency - DEFINE
Option 2: What if the You have NOT lined up a Destination?
We can put contract protections in place to give the Seller an “OUT” for at least 10 days while we shop
I’ve seen some home sellers rent a home waiting for their to be built
That is actually a bit less stressful than tying to time the market
Option 3: To make an offer on a home Contingent on Your Home Seller – 
Most risky
Puts a ton of pressure on you
Low probability of acceptance
Option 4: Special Financing Programs – 
Use the equity in your current home to buy next
When you later sell home, can put equity down on current loan…
without refinancing
Without worrying about rising interest rates
Our Preferred Lender has an Easy Qualification Program
When we come back from the break we will discuss some SOLUTIONS 
If you are thinking of making a move
Call 719 301 3900 or Visit: www.BarbHasTheBuyers.com
You are listening to the Real Estate Voice with myself Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty, you can reach me at 719 301 3900 
We are talking with Barb about how sellers can trade up to a new home: What are some other things a seller can do?
Option 5: Do Not HAVE to sell to perform:
Buy your next home first
Move at your pace
Then sell the home
Least stressful
Option 6:  Hire us to Guarantee the Sale Of Your Home
Call us about our Home Sale Guarantee:  We can make an offer on their home so they can buy their next home NON-Contingent on the Sale.
HOW IT WORKS:
1. Establish a price we both agree on
2. You Receive an offer UP Front
3. You can Still Accept a Higher Outside Offer (unlike Zillow)
4. Confidently Purchase Your New Home
5. No Risk Selling – NOT Stuck with Two Homes
6. Offers Get Accepted Because You Do Not Need a Sale Contingency
The goal is to get the home sold for TOP Dollar, our system provides them with a FALL