Selling Real Estate Prescott AZ

By Janine Hughes


The property market has experienced many ups and downs over the past few years. At one point it was absolutely a sellers market. A home would barely have hit the listings before the offers were flooding in. Buyers were competing to out bid each other and sellers were laughing all the way to the bank. But in the past few years all that has changed.

Selling a home is now more like an exercise in patience. There is an abundance of real estate Prescott AZ for sale and much of it has been on the market for many months and in some cases even years. This turn about took everyone by surprise and the effects of the big market crash of 2007 are still being felt all over the country.

First time buyers are often looking for a smaller property, maybe an apartment or condo. This type of place is compact, low maintenance and often comes with facilities such as a pool or gym. Most apartment buildings are well located in down town areas close to public transport and work. One of the huge benefits of such a home is that they typically provide lots of additional features and are often new construction or recently renovated.

Families are typically looking for spacious homes in suburban locations. They want to be in good school districts in Prescott AZ with access to parks and recreational facilities. Having a nice amount of outdoor space is also important. Parents want a nice back yard for the kids to play in and get some fresh air and exercise. A pool is also a really nice feature that adds value to a home and provides hours of fun for the owners.

A comparative market analysis is the only way to really find out what a property is worth. Agents must all know how to create an accurate analysis sheet to show their clients. It does take some time to gather together all the relevant paperwork and comparisons. It is important to use only sales that occurred within the past six months as the market can change so quickly.

One of the other most important steps that sellers can take is to get their home looking perfect. This can mean quite a lot of work. For a start the place must be free from clutter and absolutely spotless. Any odd jobs or renovations should be tackled before the listing date. In addition, a fresh coat of paint in contemporary colors will make the place look really great.

Buyers in today's market can afford to be picky. They know that most sellers will accept an offer that is way below the listing price. The real estate market in Prescott AZ has many excellent bargains. Home buyers are advised to take their time and really wait for that perfect place to hit the listings.

The negotiation process can take some time and requires a lot of patience from all parties. The buyer will want to ensure that any problems are taken care of before closing. Sellers will experience a lot of anxiety until the closing has been accomplished and the money is in the bank.




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