The Savvy Realtor with Angie Cole

7 Reasons Your Home Isn’t Selling

Has your home been on the market more than you’d like? What could cause this to happen? More importantly, how can you get that house to just sell already? Find out on today's show. 
 
Read more on this topic and get additional resources here: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/7-reasons-your-home-isnt-selling/ 
 
See our listings here: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
Today's show schedule: 
0:38 - Local real estate market still holding strong.
2:27 - #1: Property doesn’t fit with the neighborhood.
4:46 - #2: Bad staging.
5:54 - #3: Ugly curb appeal.
7:30 - #4: Sub-par listing photos.
9:08 - #5: Agent does not have a good marketing plan.
10:36 - #6: Not being flexible about home showings.
12:43 - #7: Your home isn’t priced correctly.

Lessons Learned from the Pandemic

What are we finding to be true when it comes to real estate in a pandemic? As we continue to do this essential work, there are a number of realizations and lessons learned during coronavirus. 
 
Read more and get additional resources here: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/lessons-learned-from-the-pandemic/ 
 
See our listings here: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
Today's show schedule: 
0:38 - How is coronavirus impacting the real estate market right now? 
1:16 - Don’t expect a huge housing price slash. 
2:35 - There are fewer and fewer listings going up. 
8:33 - Is paperwork is taking longer?
10:44 - People are really living in their homes right now. 

Real Estate Fact or Fiction

Is that true? We talk through several commonly held beliefs about real estate to see what’s fact and what’s fiction. 
 
Read more and get additional resources here: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/lets-play-real-estate-fact-or-fiction/ 
 
See our listings here: https://www.acolerealty.com/
 
Today's show schedule: 
0:52 - The outside of your home is just important as the interior when selling. 
3:25 - Location, location, location! 
6:12 - Real estate agents--are they all the same? 
9:06 - Should you always choose a high list price to leave room to negotiate? 
11:00 - Is it much more expensive to own a home or rent? 
14:05 - Will agents do anything to make a sale? 
15:15 - Does For Sale By Owner save you a lot of money? 

Mailbag Show: For Sale By Owner (FSBO) Scam & What Do Buyer's Want?

Are you thinking through what you should consider when selling your home? The choices you make now can change what you make off of your home significantly. This episode, Angie answers two questions from the mailbag from potential sellers.
Show Notes, Contact & Resources:
https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/
Timestamps:
0:38 - Mailbag: Is someone claiming to bring lots of buyers for a fee a scam?
2:34 - Angie shares about a neighbor trying to sell a home by owner.
4:59 - Understanding the contract is key part of working with a realtor.
6:22 - Mailbag: What is most important to future buyers right now?

Tips for Thriving in the New Normal

Homes are continuing to sell and homebuyers are growing in numbers as they search for the right home, even during coronavirus. We talk about tips to thrive during this time while buying or selling a home.
 
Read more and get additional resources here: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/tips-for-thriving-in-the-new-normal/ 
 
See our listings here: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
Today's show schedule: 
0:38 - “The 7-second rule” in deciding to make a purchase.
2:45 - Do you pass the “three pictures” rule?
5:26 - Which picture should be first in the online posting?
6:39 - Some are eager to buy a home amidst the pandemic.
10:26 - 41 percent of buyers say they are willing to go over budget.
13:10 - Is this the time for normal marketing?

What Every Home Seller Should Know

Whether this is your first time selling a home or it’s been a long time since you’ve experienced the process, there are a number of terms and practices you should be aware of. On today’s episode we will talk through seven different terms to ensure you have a thorough understanding of what to expect.
Read more and get additional resources here: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/what-every-home-seller-should-know/
 
See our listings here: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
Today's show schedule: 
1:17 - What is CMA, comparative market analysis?
3:52 - Real estate professionals use an MLS, multiple listings services.
8:14 - Staging a home can make a significant difference on how well a home sells.
10:32 - What are showings like now?
13:35 - What do you need to know in the contract?
16:04 - When there is a contingency addendum, what does that mean?
18:53 - What happens in a seller’s consultation or listing presentation?
 

Are These Homebuying Concerns During Coronavirus Valid?

Were you planning on buying or selling a home this summer but now are re-thinking it due to coronavirus? Are these concerns warranted or are they based more on best guesses than reality?
 
Read more and get additional resources here: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/are-these-homebuying-concerns-during-coronavirus-valid/ 
 
See our listings here: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
Today's show schedule: 
1:20 - “I’m going to stop looking for a home until everything stabilizes.” 
2:54 - “Interest rates are low, but will they go lower?” 
3:56 - “I probably won’t be able to find my ideal home while inventory is low.” 
6:04 - “I’ll put off selling until life goes back to normal.” 

Be Aware of These Lies in the Real Estate World

Whenever you make such a major financial decision, you want to ensure that the people you are working with can be trusted. What kind of lies should you be aware of and avoid when it comes to the real estate market?  
 
Read more and get additional resources here: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/be-aware-of-these-lies-in-real-estate/ 
 
See our listings here: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
Today's show schedule: 
1:34 - How many years of experience do you really have? Or rather, how much experience do you have?
4:53 - What makes an agent a specialist?
6:30 - Does the knowledge come from extra classes or hands-on experience?
8:24 - Is there a special pool of buyers available to an agent?
10:30 - Can you ever really know if there are multiple offers on the home?

Tips for Buying or Selling a Home During a Pandemic

Are you unsure of what to expect when it comes to buying or selling your home during coronavirus? Worried things might be drastically different or it’s a bad time? Angie answers several common questions when it comes to buying or selling a home in the middle of a pandemic.
 
Read more and get additional real estate resources here: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/buying-or-selling-a-home-during-a-pandemic/ 
 
See our listings here: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
Today's show schedule: 
1:35 - What safety measures are you taking during the pandemic as a realtor?
3:46 - Is now a good time to buy or sell from a financial standpoint?
5:05 - Are home showings even allowed?
8:53 - Which homes are easiest or hardest to sell right now?
10:13 - What happens if you are now unemployed or temporarily furloughed?
11:29 - Is the closing process still the same?

What Out-Of-Town Homebuyers Need To Know

Are you looking to move to the Triangle from out-of-town or out-of-state? What kinds of questions should you be asking and considering? Angie answers a few key questions to put your mind at ease.
 
Read more and get additional resources here: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/what-out-of-town-homebuyers-need-to-know/ 
 
See our listings here: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
Today's show schedule: 
0:38 - What questions should out-of-towners ask before moving to a new area?
1:08 - How popular are HOA fees and what’s the common range of fees to pay?
3:48 - What area in the Triangle draws in most new buyers?
7:12 - Is there a community Angie sees as the best value?
9:14 - What is the job market and commute like?
12:39 - The Triangle is a good place to live and work, even while working from home.
13:24 - Do you help connect buyers with lenders, inspectors, and other needed professionals?