Quincy Pads | Quincy MA Home Seller Tips

Q: Why should I use a Quincy MA Real Estate Agent?

There are many advantages of working with local Quincy MA Real Estate Agents: For sellers, agents possess far better resources for getting buyers to purchase your home. Local Quincy Real Estate Agents often share their newest property listings with other Real Estate Professionals before they are even published in the Multiple Listing Service (MLS).

There is often latent or pent up demand in certain parts of Quincy and great real estate agents have lists of customers that have often been generated over years of work and follow up. As members of the National Association of Realtors, Massachusetts Association of Realtors as well as other local associations of Realtors in different counties, they're able to share their listings with thousands of Realtors and home buyers looking to buy a home in Quincy MA. By having access to the MLS and the network of Realtors and home buyers, Real Estate Professionals can offer one of the most powerful ways of getting your home sold quickly and for the most money.

For Quincy real estate sellers, agents provide more refined advertising and marketing resources. Local real estate agents in Quincy will find the best buyers for your home. Generally speaking the higher level of exposure to the best buyers for your home should maximize your real estate sales price. Agents found on the Quincypads.com website are well versed in the various Quincy neighborhoods and accompanying selling pricing.

Q: What is the most important factor of selling my house in Quincy?

The most important factor of marketing your Quincy property is the price. Your price should be adjusted to reflect the market, and the property's worth. Your Seller's Agent from QuincyPads.com will put the time and effort to produce a selling price at fair market value. Do not listen to real estate agents that engage in puffery or tell you that you can get a lot more than your home is worth.

Often times listing a property for too high a price can backfire and leave it on the market too long and then it will lose it's luster. Even worse, you might end up with a much lower price! When a real estate agent brings you a CMA - ask a lot of questions! Agents found on this website do not engage in puffery and will always provide you with the best possible selling price to match you goals and needs.

Q: Do I need to make repairs before I sell?

The condition of your home or property is another important factor. Try to fix any and all defects (peeling or faded paint, cracks, stains, etc.) Condition alone can sometimes prompt fast buying decisions. Consider making repairs and cosmetic improvements, a nice looking house triggers an emotional response that can lead to a financial response. Try to get at least three quotes on each item that you will try to fix or renovate at your Quincy property.

Q: What repairs are the most important?

As a seller, you should consider the following:

• Landscaping - Has the front yard been maintained? Are all areas of the house visible to the street in good condition?
• Cleaning and/or fixing the driveway - Is your driveway cluttered with toys, tools, trash etc.?
• Painting - Does both the exterior and the interior look like they have been well taken care of?
• Carpeting - Does the carpet have stains and need to be cleaned?

Q: What are the steps of a sales transaction?

• Obtain a Market Analysis.
• 2. Identify a Seller's Agent.
• 3. Agree on a fair market price for your property with your Seller's Agent.
• 4. Negotiate and accept an Offer with appropriate Contingencies.
• 5. The buyer will schedule a Home Inspection, your sellers agent will accompany the inspector.
• 6. Sign the Purchase and Sales Agreement and review the documents.
• 7. Obtain a Smoke Inspection.
• 8. Obtain a Title V Certificate (if applicable).
• 9. Make sure Buyer receives Condo Docs or 6D Certificate (if applicable).
• 10. Schedule a Final Walk-Through of the property.
• 11. Attend the Closing with your ID and any other documents the closing attorney requests.
• 12. Receive payment for your sold property