There are several reasons why buyers may find it difficult to make a decision. It could be the fear of change, or the size of the commitment required, just to name a few. When buyers find themselves in this position, that’s when their professional Realtor can help. Our job isn’t to force people to buy – it’s to educate and lead them through the process so that decision making becomes easier. We carefully discuss their needs and give them up-to-date market information. We note preferred locations and style and ensure we stay within their price range. After showing them the properties that fit their needs, it’s often helpful to ask our clients some straightforward questions. “Do you like this one?” “Can you see yourself living here?” “Is this the one you’d like to offer on?” By asking these simple questions we can help our clients make an informed decision in a more comfortable, timely fashion.  

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 SALES THIS WEEK:  14 [SUNSHINE  COAST, ALL OFFICES]

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NEW LISTINGS THIS WEEK: 45                       PRICE REDUCTIONS

CURRENT LISTINGS:   1286

 DET’D  SALES to LIST RATIO:  7%

                                           7%                  15%                    22%+

*The Sales/Listings Ratio is a guide to market conditions. A value below 15 favours buyers.

15 – 22 reflects a balanced market and over 22 gives the advantage to sellers.

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We’ve been talking about your home’s curb appeal. What does it look like from the street? There are upgrades and repairs that can really help the sales effort. Cut the lawn at least twice a week and keep the hedges and shrubs trimmed. Walkways should be swept frequently and plant colourful flowers to add accents. The appearance of exterior siding is important, too. A new coat of paint or a pressure wash is worth the extra expense. Buyers always notice the roof – is yours in good shape, or does it need de-mossing or even replacing? Don’t forget to clean all windows and pressure-wash the decks. Finally, the front door provides the first impression. Install a new one if necessary, or repaint the old one and replace the hardware. A good impression on the outside will help to get buyers inside!

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 SALES THIS WEEK:  15 [SUNSHINE  COAST, ALL OFFICES]

PRICE RANGE

AREA

NEW LISTINGS THIS WEEK: 40                       PRICE REDUCTIONS

CURRENT LISTINGS:   1187

 DET’D  SALES to LIST RATIO:  8.3%

                                              8.3%            15%                    22%+

*The Sales/Listings Ratio is a guide to market conditions. A value below 15 favours buyers.

15 – 22 reflects a balanced market and over 22 gives the advantage to sellers.

First impressions can be lasting impressions. So, if you want to sell your home, it helps to put yourself in the buyer’s shoes. Walk across the street, take a good look at your home and ask yourself: What’s the first impression of the home? What are the home’s best features? Are there ways to enhance them? Which features should be minimized or improved? Your home’s street view appearance is a buyer’s first in-person impression, particularly if they initially spotted your home on the Internet. Although photographs can give a buyer an idea of the features the home offers, driving by the property provides an opportunity to see how the pieces work together with the surrounding neighbourhood. Viewing your home from a buyer’s perspective should help you identify areas of improvement.  

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 SALES THIS WEEK:  12 [SUNSHINE  COAST, ALL OFFICES]

PRICE RANGE

AREA

NEW LISTINGS THIS WEEK: 43                       PRICE REDUCTIONS

CURRENT LISTINGS:   1172

 DET’D  SALES to LIST RATIO:  6%

                                         6%                    15%                    22%+

*The Sales/Listings Ratio is a guide to market conditions. A value below 15 favours buyers.

15 – 22 reflects a balanced market and over 22 gives the advantage to sellers.