Are you ready to sell? One of the toughest parts is understanding how to determine home values in Kalamazoo. Sellers often get caught up in memories that were created and attach an emotional value to the home. It can make the determination of the value an extremely difficult process and also result in the home being priced far out of range, as compared to other properties on the market. With an understanding of how professionals value a property, you can save yourself from falling into this trap. While it may be difficult because you love your home, real estate is a business, and it all comes down to the numbers and home values in Kalamazoo are always changing.
CMA
A comparative market analysis commonly known as a CMA helps professionals to determine home values in Kalamazoo. This process is completed by the comparison of the most similar properties located nearest to each other, with predetermined values for additional features such as a 2-car garage compared to a one-car garage. Additionally, if the other comparable homes surrounding the surrounding area have features that the property is lacking, these predetermined values would be deducted from the average selling price of the most likely properties. It would be wise no matter through what method you decide to sell your home to have your own CMA performed. You’ll be aware of the value of your home based on the current actual market value. By doing so, you can avoid being shocked or potentially upset at what you may feel is a low offer from a buyer.
Holding Costs
Homeowners who try to sell their homes on their own often find themselves tangled in the web of internet marketing. After a great deal of time has passed, being unsuccessful, many often turn to a real estate agent in the hopes of speeding up the selling process. Regrettably, whether you choose to sell your home on your own or list it with an agent, one thing is certain, there is no way to determine how long your home will be on the market as a listing. This must be taken into consideration when you determine the value of your home. You may consider lowering your asking price to stand out among the competition, as buyers filter their online searches by home values in Kalamazoo.
Commissions
When you set out to determine home values in Kalamazoo, no matter which listing method you select, please make sure to consider marketing costs. You will also need to consider commissions if you work with an agent. The commission is based on a percentage of the sale price. As there are two sides in a real estate transaction, the typical commission is near 3% per side, so a home selling for $400,000, would deduct $24,000 from your profits alone, along with the traditional seller’s closing fees. It’s also possible that the closing agent and the real estate agent’s office could charge transaction fees.
Repair Costs
Being forewarned is being forearmed and this is very true when you’re selling your home. It would be wise to order an inspection of the property. If something is seriously wrong with the property structure, they may require you to fix it, or make other smaller repairs out of pocket before closing. It’s wise to contact professionals for at least two estimates of repairs. If you’re planning to do them yourself, make sure to create a realistic budget. With reliable data in your hands regarding the project timeline and expenditures, you can make an informed decision. You’ll have to determine if you want to go ahead and invest more in the home and make the repairs to try and get a larger profit or sell the property “as-is”. Deducting repair expenses from the asking price will give you a realistic current market value.
Ryan Buys Houses
For help in determining if an offer is fair for your home compared to other home values in Kalamazoo our professional buyers can walk you through each step of the process. We can help you decide if selling to a professional buyer is the best choice for your property. Ryan Buys Houses typically closes in 45 days or less, and Ryan Buys Houses doesn’t take more away from your asking price, everything is figured into our offer. We don’t charge commissions, transaction fees or require repairs meaning no more waiting and thousands of dollars in overall savings! There are a lot of situations to think about when you’re ready to sell your house.
Please send us a message or give us a call today at (269) 775-4095 to discuss selling your house in Kalamazoo.
