02/12/2025
This month, Iโm celebrating 5 years as a full-time Real Estate professional! ๐ Along the way, Iโve picked up some fascinating lessonsโhere are a few that might surprise you!
1๏ธโฃ Most people donโt read the contract before they sign.
2๏ธโฃ Buyers love open floor plans until they realize they have no walls for furniture.
3๏ธโฃ The biggest negotiation isnโt always priceโitโs the fridge.
Iโve seen buyers walk away from deals over a refrigerator. Sometimes, itโs not the price, the roof, or the closing dateโitโs the appliances that cause the real drama.
4๏ธโฃ Seller-Paid Closing Costs = Hidden Savings
Negotiating for the seller to cover some (or all) of the closing costs is a game changerโespecially to buy down the interest with it!
5๏ธโฃ The washer & dryer are NOT included with the rest of the appliances. Those two must be requested separately.
6๏ธโฃ Statistically, homes listed on a Thursday get more attention and sell faster. Why? Buyers plan weekend showings mid-week!
7๏ธโฃ Appraisals Can Make or Break a Deal
If the home doesnโt appraise for the purchase price โ time for renegotiation, covering the difference, or walking away.
8๏ธโฃ Pets Rule the House ๐ถ
For many buyers, a homeโs fenced yard for their dog is more important than an upgraded kitchen.
9๏ธโฃ Zestimatesโข ๐
That online estimate? It can be off by tens of thousands of dollars because it doesnโt consider renovations, neighborhood specifics, or market shifts.
๐ Everything is NegotiableโIf You Ask!
From seller credits to repairs, warranties, and even personal items (like that cool patio furniture).
