Auburn-Opelika Property Buying and Selling Articles

Green Tips for Your Home

Posted June 15, 2011

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When it comes to preparing your home for sale in an environmentally friendly way, Kermit the Frog had it wrong. It is easy being green. With so many homebuyers seeking green features in the homes they consider, sellers should create an eco-friendly atmosphere for the buyer, and that doesn’t always mean costly fixes. It’s always nice for a homebuyer who’s been touring houses all day to find water or a snack waiting for them in your kitchen...

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Agency Relationships

Posted April 12, 2011

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When real estate professionals work with sellers and buyers, “agency” relationships are established. As you start working with a real estate professional, please ask for a clear explanation of the current agency laws in Alabama, so that you understand these important issues. There are three kinds of agency relationships: Seller’s agent A “seller’s agent” represents the interests of the seller and has a fiduciary responsibility of reasonable care, loyalty, confidentiality and disclosure to the seller...

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Understanding Market Value in Auburn and Opelika

Posted April 12, 2011

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Market-sensitive pricing can be the key to maximum market exposure and, ultimately, a satisfactory sale. The existing pool of prospective buyers in Auburn and Opelika determines a property’s value, based on: Neighborhood and Area, design, and amenities Condition of the property. Availability of comparable (competing) properties. Economic conditions that affect real property transactions...

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Pricing Your Home for sale in Auburn / Opelika Alabama

Posted April 12, 2011

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An impartial evaluation of market activity is the most effective way to estimate a property’s potential selling price. A Comparative Market Analysis considers similar properties that: Have sold in the recent past This shows us what buyers in the Auburn-Opelika area have actually paid for properties similar to yours. Are currently on the market These are properties that will be competing with yours for the attention of available buyers...

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The Dangers of Overpricing

Posted April 12, 2011

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An asking price that is beyond the Auburn-Opelika market price range can adversely affect the marketing of a property. Fewer buyers are attracted, and fewer offers received. Marketing time is prolonged, and initial marketing momentum is lost. The property attracts “lookers” and helps competing houses look better by comparison. If a property does sell above true market value, it may not appraise, and the buyers may not be able to secure a loan...

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Auburn Opelika Real Estate Core Values

Posted April 12, 2011

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Prudential Real Estate and Relocation Services are guided by these core values: Worthy of Trust Our heritage reinforces the need to safeguard our customers’ interest. We keep our promises and behave with integrity at all times. Customer Focused We believe the best way to win customers is to earn them. Our goal is not to simply attract them, but to gain them as customers for life. Respect for Each Other We maintain an environment where innovative, service oriented associates work collaboratively to exceed our customers’ expectations...

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