How Do We Get This House SOLD!?

September 01, 2010 at 11:44 AM · Posted under Colleen Kuchta

If you are one of the thousands of home sellers out there trying to get a nibble, you are not alone. In fact, if you are in Milwaukee County, there are 4,491 homes competing for a buyer. Washington County has 1,019 available homes, and Waukesha County boasts 2,837 homes looking for a new family. So, getting a buyer to like your home more than all of the rest is no easy task.

Here are a few helpful tips:

* Understand that unemployment and the struggling economy has all but destroyed consumer confidence.
* Realize that today’s buyer has plenty of homes to chose from. These buyers are only interested in the home THEY consider priced correctly.
* Know that the economic situation will take some time to correct. It will probably take 5-7 years before we see 2006 pricing.
* Prioritize your needs over wants. Take an honest look at the reason you decided to sell in the first place. Is money more important than being closer to family or your health? Or better yet, is money more important than moving on with your life?

In essence, you need to take the emotion out of the equation. If you can take a step back and look at the big picture, chances are, you will have a more pleasing outcome. Don’t forget - we are here to help! The Kuchtas, Kelly & Colleen www.thekuchtas.shorewest.com.

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Picture Perfect?

May 18, 2009 at 01:27 PM · Posted under Colleen Kuchta

Everyday, buyers search the internet to see if they can find their dream home. Most likely it is there…waiting. These same buyers, pull up listing after listing, browse photo after photo, keep track of favorites and eventually make an offer on, what they believe to be the perfect house for them. Now, as Real Estate professionals, we look at properties all day. Often times, I urge my buyers to, ‘take a look at this one!’ Sometimes they pass on homes just because they don’t like what they see, or don’t see. Here are a few tips if you are selling:

1. Try to post a few interior photos, buyers wonder what is being hidden if a seller doesn’t want to show the inside of their house.
2. Look at your property’s photos on the internet. Don’t like what you see? Chances are, neither will a buyer.
3. If you have had your house listed during the previous season, change the exterior photos. Buyers will feel like your house has been listed for a long time, and wonder ‘what is wrong with it?’ If your current exterior picture shows snow or trees without leaves - change it quick!
4. Many agents use a professional service to take listing photos. They pay for a specific number of shots. Ask if they would be able to take a few ‘extra’ pictures, just in case they didn’t get the angle you were hoping for. Remember, buyers LOVE looking at the pictures.
5. Look closely. Are there people, signs of pets, or clutter? Remove the unwanted object(s) & retake the photo.
6. Show neighborhood features like parks and shops.
7. Don’t use the pictures if they are are too dark or blurry.

These are just a few simple steps to help get buyers into your property. If they don’t come see your property, they won’t buy your property. We always take our own listing photos, and plenty of them. The more choices, the better. Don’t forget - price it right! Need more help? We are here for you! The Kuchta’s - Kelly & Colleen 262-894-6512 or ckuchta@shorewest.com

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