You may have been talking with a neighbor or simply heard a snippet on the radio or television, but suddenly you are aware that right now is a “seller’s market.” Thoughts of an instant million dollar sale of your home or timing the selling of your home may be coursing through your brain and if so, you should consult with a knowledgable real estate agent to get the inside scoop. The Cobb County area is experiencing low home volume and high demand which could place your home for sale in prime position {see Coffee with Connie video – Supply of Homes Shrinking in Atlanta for more details).

As a home owner, you may not understand the technicalities behind multiple offers and so working with a local real estate agent can provide you with the much needed guidance you’ll require to navigate your home sale. There are some simple steps that can aid you in getting multiple offers and the basics are outlined below.

Sell Your Home For More Money

• Stage Your Home for Sale – In a “seller’s market,” potential buyers know they need to act fast to put in an offer on the house (or houses) they like. Make sure yours is on that list by tending to every detail.  At the Connie Carlson Team we feel strongly about not putting your home on the MLS until the staging is completed and professional photographs have been taken and edited.  In most cases, we recommend that you have a COMPLIMENTARY staging consultation with our stager, Pat Shankle of Georgia Home Staging.
• Spread the Word – From hosting a Broker’s Preview to the open house and other advertising, make sure that your home for sale is being properly promoted. Attention must be drawn to your home in order for it to be seen and offers to be submitted. Give your home the promotion it needs by choosing an agent who knows How Buyers Found the Home They Purchased and utilizes the most up-to-date technology to reach the largest audience of buyers.
• Ask for a Lockbox – To have multiple offers, multiple people need to view your home (in staged condition) at all times. Realize that getting your home sold quickly will likely mean a bit of inconvenience for you in the short term. The sooner you accept an offer, however, the less time you’ll need to spend adjusting your lifestyle.

If you need more advice or simply want a real estate agent you can trust with your home, please don’t hesitate to call.  I’d love to get you multiple offers!

BUYERS – If you fall in love with a Cobb County home that is receiving multiple offers make sure you have an experienced agent working for you that knows how to negotiate the deal so you end up on top.  Watch How to Win A Multiple Offer video for tips and tricks that we use on the Connie Carlson Team.

The Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS) revealed on November 1st by Freddie Mac shows continued lowered interest rates, dipping below last week’s rates. This is good news if you are a Cobb County home owner hoping to sell your home.

Combining those low rates with news of Freddie Mac’s announcement that delegation agreements have been signed with mortgage insurance companies allowing Freddie Mac servicers to approve short sales more easily, may create even more sales than expected in the coming winter months and keep homes at risk of foreclosure available to Cobb County home buyers, too.

Senior Vice President of Servicing and REO at Freddie Mac, Tracy Mooney, is excited about the news as it will allow distressed Cobb County sellers to avoid foreclosure by making short sales a reasonable alternative. “We applaud the nation’s mortgage insurers for committing to work with us and our servicers to help more borrowers obtain short sales and other foreclosure alternatives,” she said. “By paving the way for more borrowers to avoid foreclosure, today’s announcement will support the housing recovery and help reduce taxpayer losses.”

Eligible buyers can currently lock in rates averaging 3.39% (.7 points) on a 30 year fixed rate mortgage or a 2.70% (.7 points) on a 15 year fixed rate loan as reported in the PMMS. The 5-year Treasury-indexed hybrid adjustable rates averaged 2.74% (.6 points) and the 1-year Treasury-indexed adjustable rates logged in at 2.58% (.4 points), showing consistent downward trends across the board.  Interested?  Talk to one of my Preferred Lenders for more details.

If you are a Cobb County home owner looking for a way to avoid foreclosure and are interested in a short sale, now is the time to sell your home. Contact me to discuss the new options made available with these announcements. I’d like to help in any way I can.  To find out more about the Freddie Mac announcement on short sales, click here.

Don’t laugh…this is my lame attempt to impersonate an automobile commercial.  All joking aside…there are some SMOKIN’ hot deals in the housing market.  Give us a call if you are ready to take advantage of low prices and below 4% interest rates.

501 Mark Avenue

501 Mark Avenue, Marietta, GA 30066

Be prepared to say “Wow” when you see the home at 501 Mark Avenue in Marietta, Ga. This 5 bedroom home has been completely renovated with all the modern features you love. The kitchen is stunning with cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless appliances and tumbledtile backsplash. This home is filled with charming features including a huge bay window in the oversized great room, three porches/decks (including one off the master bedroom), plenty of closet space, and a private office/in-law suite.
The 3/4 acre, culdesac lot is beautifully landscaped and features a fenced back yard.

This home is located in desirable East Cobb with convenient access to local shopping, offices, and I-75. It is located in the highly esteemed school districts of Bells Ferry Elementary, Daniell Middle School and Sprayberry High School.

For more information including maps, additional photos, demographics, etc. click HERE.

I doubt that this gem will last for long. Please call me today to schedule a viewing at 678-631-1812.

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