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B e f o r e d iv i n g i nto explaining what we do differently to sell homes for o u r c l i e n t s, I wan ted to tell yo u a little bit about our com pany... A t Jo h n B u g e a Real Estate, we are a boutique, full-service, residential r e a l e s t a t e b r o kerage that strives to provide all of our clients with the h i g h e st p o ssi b le level of custo mer ser vice, and we wer e established w i t h t h e g o a l of setting a n ew standar d for skill and pr ofessionalism i n t h e r e a l e s t ate sales and property management industry. O u r s a l e s a g e n ts are all committed real estate professionals, and they e a ch r e c e ive i n-depth and ongoing training in cutting edge tools and p ro p r i e t a r y sa l es systems that allow them to ser ve their clients in a way t h a t i s u n matched elsewhere in the industry. We also support our s a l e s a g e n t s w i th an in-house marketing department that uses custom, h i g h - e n d d e s i gn, professional photos, and social network marketing s t ra t e g i e s t o a dvertise all o f o u r listings. Al s o , o u r l e a d ersh ip team is w ell positioned to suppor t our agents, w i t h e x t e n sive exp erience in no t only the r eal estate industr y, but a l s o i n b u si n ess, architectu re, under wr iting, design, constr uction, i nvest i n g , a n d finan ce. Their b ackgr ound in r eal estate includes r e s i d e n t i a l s a l es, property management, and they have successfully m a n a g e d t h e a s sociatio n s of some of the m or e pr om inent subdivisions i n B a t o n R o u ge. Given this history, we believe that our diverse e x p e r i e n c e p r ovides us with a unique, comprehensive outlook and a f re s h a p p r o a ch to to d ay’s chan gin g r eal estate m ar ket. Th a n k yo u ve r y much for your time, and we look forward to working w i t h yo u so o n !
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Market Analysis, Needs, & Expectations O n e o f t h e f i r st tasks we perform for our clients is to research and p re p a r e a C o m parative Market A n alysis (CMA), as well as an analysis o f c u r r e n t l y a ctive listings. These reports will clearly compare the re c e n t sa l e s a nd cu rren t listin g p rices of near by sim ilar pr oper ties. Th i s w i l l i n f o r m you and you r agen t and allow for the best listing pr ice t o b e d e t e r m i n ed based upon your specific needs and expectations. B e f o r e d e c i d i n g on the best listing price for a property, we will have d i s cu ssi o n s w ith you in order to better under stand your specific m o t iva t i o n s , g oals, and timetables in relation to the sale of your h o m e . Th e se va riou s factors affect how a pr oper ty should be pr iced, a n d a f u l l a n d complete understanding of them will factor heavily into d e c i si o n s r e l a t e d to d evelo p in g yo ur hom e’s pr icing strategy.
Pricing & Pre-Listing Consultation Th e a b i l i t y t o correctly price a listing is of the utmost importance wh en se l l i n g a h o me. Usin g ou r exper ience & exper tise, we will wor k w i t h yo u t o d evise a su ccessfu l pricing strategy for your hom e. Any n e e d e d r e p a i r s and improvements, as well as a review of current m a rk e t c o n d i t i on s, will facto r heavily into the pr icing decision. Th e f i r st st e p i n p reparing th e h o me to be listed will be to per for m a pr el i s t i n g p r e p a ra tion consultation. This process will include a thorough wa l k t h r o u g h of the property, duri ng which time we will advise on t h e m o s t m a r k etable adjustments, repairs, and improvements you can m a k e t o t h e p roperty. This will help to ensure the property shows as w e l l a s p o s s i b l e, as well as maximi zing the potential sales price.
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Staging, Photos, & Custom Marketing As i d e f r o m p r i cing, the mo st imp o r tant aspect of a successful listing i s t h e b e s t p o ssible photographs. This is especially true in today’s m a r k e t , s i n c e potential buyers are doing the majority of their property s e a rch e s o n l i n e. We work to arrange furniture and prepare the home f o r p h o t o s by assisting in the organizing and de-cluttering process, a n d w e w i l l a l s o u se h igh -end , p rofessional- level photography. Af t er t h e l i st i n g p h o to s are taken an d we pr epar e a pr oper ty descr iption h i g h l i g h t i n g t h e special aspects of the hom e, we will wor k to pr oduce a c u st o m b ra n ding p ackage. This p ackage will include a high- quality b ro chu r e a n d a co o rdin ated w ebsite devoted to your hom e. O ther p a r t s o f o u r m arketing strategy will include placement on a variety of w e b si t e s a n d e-newsletters, and o u r social m edia strategies.
Feedback, Open Houses, & Mailings We w i l l t h e n c oo rdin ate sh owin gs with buyer s and agents. After each s h ow i n g , w e w ill follow up to receive feedback. This feedback will then b e p a sse d a l o n g by way o f regular updates. After the fir st few weeks, w e w i l l r e v i e w the listing’s performance with you. If not yet sold, we w i l l su g g e st a ny ch an ges that may need to be m ade to m ake the listing m o re m a r k e t a b le, as well as d iscu ss holding an open house. A f t e r r e v i e w i ng feedback from p otential buyers and making any n e c e s s a r y a d j u stments to the listing or the property itself, we will then m a k e a n o t h e r marketing push. This will consist of a direct marketing c a m p a i g n i n which we update potentially interested buyers and agents a n d s e n d o u t postcards and e-news letters featuring your home.
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Negotiations & Coordination O n c e w e r e c e ive an offer, we will work to evaluate its strengths and w e a k n e sse s. I t is imp o rtant to fully under stand each differ ent aspect o f t he o f f e r s a nd su ccessfu lly weigh them against each other. We will t h e n a s s i s t i n t he negotiation proce ss to ensure the best possible deal i s r e a ch e d . A f t er an offer is accepted and inspections are complete, w e w i l l t h e n wo rk to n ego tiate th e final ter m s of the sale. D u ri n g t h e l i f e o f the listing, and es pecially after an offer is accepted, va ri o u s i n sp e c tio n s and app raisals will have to be com pleted. We will h e l p t o c o o r d i n ate th ese in sp ections and appraisals with all of the i nvo l ve d p a r t i e s. If repairs are necessary as part of the post-inspection n e g o t i a t i o n , w e w ill be ab le to su ggest com petent vendor s and over see a ny r e p a i r s t o m ake su re they are c om pleted cor r ectly and on tim e.
Pre-Closing Preparation & Doc Review A f t e r w e h ave come to terms with a buyer and inspections have been c o m p l e t e d su c cessfu lly, we w ill b egin to wor k with you, the buyer ’s a g e n t , t h e c l o si n g attorney’s o ffice, a nd the buyer ’s lender to coor dinate e ve r yo n e ’s s ch edules and finalize the time and place of the closing. We w i l l a l s o s t ay in close contact with the buyer’s agent in regards to t h e b u ye r ’s f i n a l loan ap p roval, an d pass along r egular updates. A s t h e c l o s i n g approaches, many things will need to be done. We w i l l s e n d r e g u lar reminders of tasks that need attention and provide a p re -c l o si n g ch ecklist. Once the final docum ents ar e r eceived, we will r e v i e w t h e m c l osely and, of course, be present at the closing to ensure t h e p r o c e ss g o es smo o th ly an d to re solve any last m inute issues.
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Pre-Listing Preparation Consultation Walk through your home with a real estate professional and identify areas that could be improved for the best possible showings.
Have Inspection & Make Minor Repairs Identify areas of need and caulk cracks, touchup paint, and repair small leaks, torn screens, etc. Make home appear well maintained.
Organize, De-Clutter, & Clean Clear away clutter and organize closets. Let in lots of light & change light bulbs. Have professionally cleaned and pressure wash exterior.
Stage The Property For Showings Add color and centerpieces and setup vignettes that let buyers visualize living there. Buy new throwpillows, candles, towels, soaps, etc.
Spruce Up The Property’s Curb Appeal Clean up the yard, have it professionally cut and edged, and have flower beds weeded and mulched. Make an inviting entrance.
Make List
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Property Highlights
Provide a list of what makes your property different and highlight upgrades and extras. Also list nearby schools, restaurants, parks, etc.
P r o v i d e E s t i m a t e s & W a rr a n t i e s
Give estimates for any needed repairs and gather together warranties and manuals for large appliances, etc.
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G i v e F o rw a r d i n g A d d r e s s
Post Office
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Go to your local post office or go online to update your forwarding address with the USPS.
Update Others With New Address Be sure to also update your address for various bills, subscriptions, banks, ID’s, etc. Also update homestead exemption at Clerk of Courts.
A rr a n g e F o r U t i l i t y S h u t o f f s Make sure you have scheduled for the utilities to be shutoff or transferred out of your name after the closing.
C o n f i rm I n s u r a n c e C o v e r a g e s Confirm that all insurance coverages on the property are canceled after the closing and new policies are in place for your new home.
Schedule Your Move Call to arrange for a moving truck or schedule your move with a moving company well in advance of the closing.
G e t L e n d e r U p d a t e & C o n f i rm C l o s i n g Be in touch with the buyer’s agent to ensure that the buyer’s loan has received final approval and confirm closing time with attorney’s office.
Bring Keys, Etc. To The Closing
Remember to bring all keys, garage openers, and any other entrance devices with you to give the buyer at the closing table.
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