GREY BRUCE REAL ESTATE UPDATE December 2022
Please don’t hesitate to reach out for detailed stats that are specific to your neighbourhood, or even if you’re just curious about what the house down the street sold for – it’d be great to hear from you!
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SELLER MISTAKES THAT COST THOUSANDS
You only get one shot at creating that all-important initial buzz so it’s important to get things right the first time.
When selling your home, it’s important to get it right the first time as mistakes mean your home will sit on the market longer and eventually sell for less.
You really only get one shot at creating that all-important initial buzz that occurs when a new home hits the market, so make a great first impression by avoiding the following seller mistakes:
The Price Is Wrong
Sellers are often tempted to price their home way above market value but this tactic usually backfires. The longer a home sits on the market, the more of a stigma it’ll develop, forcing you to repeatedly drop the price.
Restricted Access
Buyers may skip your home if it’s not easily accessible. The goal is to get as many qualified buyers through your home as possible so using a lockbox is key, pardon the pun 🙂
Hanging Around
Homeowners should always leave before showings so that buyers can look around without any distractions. If a buyer feels comfortable, they’ll be able to relax and make themselves literally feel at home.
Stage Fright
Staging starts with an ultra-clean, de-cluttered and de-personalized home. Buyers should be able to envision themselves living in your home which is why photographs, trophies and kids’ artwork have to go.
Rough Repairs
It’s important to tackle any necessary repairs before your home hits the market as buyers will be turned off if your home appears to have been neglected and they’ll wonder what other hidden issues may arise.
Going It Alone
A real estate agent’s job is not only to market your home to the masses but also to act as a 3rd party negotiator to keep emotions in check and help you get the highest price in the shortest amount of time.
Selling your home can be an overwhelming experience and your home is most likely your biggest asset, so when you decide to sell, it’s important to get everything right the first time.
Setting your emotions aside and viewing the sale of your home as a business transaction are critical elements to ensuring your home sells quickly, easily and for the most amount of money possible!
BAKED BRIE & ROASTED GARLIC
Simple yet tasty appetizers are the way to go during the busy holiday season.
It’s not always easy to impress holiday guests but the delicate, mellow taste of roasted garlic paired with creamy baked Brie is sure to be a huge hit. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 wheel of Brie cheese
- 2 whole garlic bulbs
- 2 tsp olive oil
- red pepper jelly
- crackers
Start off by slicing the tops off the garlic bulbs and drizzle them with olive oil.
Next, wrap the bulbs in foil, place them on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F for 45 minutes.
While the garlic bulbs are baking, slice the thin rind off the top of the Brie and place the rest of the cheese in the oven for the last 15 minutes.
When it’s done, transfer the Brie and garlic bulbs to a platter and serve with crackers and red pepper jelly. Enjoy!
HELP SUPPORT GREY BRUCE BUSINESSES
Local businesses need our help this holiday season. Here are a few ways we can help support them!
Competition from big box stores and online retailers continues to grow each year so it’s important to support our local, hard-working businesses as they’re the backbone of our community.
The holiday season is usually the busiest time of the year for our small businesses as they rely heavily on the Christmas rush.
If you’re having trouble figuring out what type of gift to get for that special someone, you may need to think outside of the box, the gift box that is!
For instance, a cooking class or a pottery workshop that’s hosted by a local business are a few unique ideas that are sure to please!
A gift certificate to a “best-kept secret” type of restaurant or perhaps a spa treatment is another great way to help support our hardworking local businesses.
If you’re a last-minute shopper, there’s still plenty of time to buy from the wide variety of small businesses in Grey Bruce as orders can often be prepared and picked up right away.
In addition to shopping at local businesses, it’s important to subscribe to their newsletter, tag and follow them on social media, like and share their posts and spread the word to family and friends.
Our small businesses are integral to the character of our community. Buying local improves our community’s economy and helps connect us with our neighbours so this year, make it a point to support our amazing local businesses.
GREY BRUCE REAL ESTATE UPDATE – November 2022
Please don’t hesitate to reach out for detailed stats that are specific to your neighbourhood, or even if you’re just curious about what the house down the street sold for – it’d be great to hear from you!
ONLY HEART CAN BUILD A HOME
You know what they say – home is where the heart is!
If you’re looking for a new place in the Grey Bruce area for you and your family to call home, reach out so that we can discuss your next move 🙂
WHEN PUSHY COMES TO SHOVY
Clear communication is an important element in any relationship.
Nobody wants to deal with a pushy real estate agent who constantly hounds you for feedback.
At the same time, you don’t want an agent who’s never in touch and fails to serve your needs in a timely fashion.
In the early stages, many home buyers shy away from asking too many questions as they don’t want to waste the agent’s time since they’re just getting started.
The truth is, your agent wants to hear from you every now and then so that they can continue to grow with you as your house-hunting journey evolves.
Everyone’s needs are different though. Some clients require daily property updates while others who are just getting started prefer a more relaxed approach.
Your circumstances may change as time goes by so it’s important to adjust your search criteria as well as how often you receive notifications so that you’re not overwhelmed with unsuitable listings.
Effective communication is essential when it comes to forming and maintaining any relationship and a client/agent relationship is no different.
As long as you and your agent regularly communicate with one another during your house-hunting journey, you’ll feel neither pressured nor abandoned.
If you’re looking to relocate, whether it be now or a few years down the road, please don’t hesitate to reach out so that we can discuss your next move!
NEIGHBOURHOOD NAME GAME
Remembering someone’s name is the best compliment you can give!
People love it when you remember their name as it makes them feel as though they made a memorable impression on you.
Halloween’s a great opportunity to try and learn the names of people in your neighbourhood as everyone’s out trick-or-treating with their kids.
One of the best ways to remember someone’s name is to say it out loud right away while working it into a conversation, i.e. “Hey Jim, I think I’ve seen you out walking your dog”.
Another trick is to visualize an image that relates to the sound of their name. For instance, if you meet someone called Abby, picture a bee.
Finally, you can always try to associate their name with a famous celebrity. There are many different tricks but at the end of the day, it’s important to focus on their name instead of what you’re going to say next.
It feels great when someone you hardly know remembers your name so this Halloween, make it a point to get out there and name some names!
GREY BRUCE REAL ESTATE UPDATE Sept 2022
Please don’t hesitate to reach out for detailed stats that are specific to your neighbourhood, or even if you’re just curious about what the house down the street sold for – it’d be great to hear from you!
