Frequently Asked Questions

A. That’s a strategy that sounds good – but, in fact, is more likely to result in a lower price. Here’s why. The first few weeks a house is on the market is when it will have the most activity. If a house is overpriced, it has to compete with houses at that higher price level, which are almost certainly larger or have newer/more luxurious features.

So the overpriced home is unlikely to attract an offer. Worse yet, those first weeks are when real estate agents preview the house. If it’s overpriced, they may not even bother to show it to their buyers. Eventually, the seller will have to drop the price – and may end up with an even lower price because buyers will wonder why the house has been on the market so long and may factor that into their offer.

Midgle Agency professionals know the Columbia market. We understand the importance of responding to client’s needs quickly and efficiently, using the most accurate, up-to-date information available. Every member of Midgle Agency team is dependable attentive to the smallest detail… and experienced in creative problem solving. We excel at bringing buyers and sellers together successfully.

Midgle Agency goes beyond these essential elements. At Midgle Agency , there is a strong belief that relationships with clients must be based on trust… that respect and communication must be a part of every transaction. These are the intangibles that have earned the company its very special reputation.

Sales associates at Midgle Agency are well-informed men and women. We are highly-trained and backed by an experienced management team that shares Our commitment to services.

Our Team Members all have extensive information about neighborhoods, schools, recreation, churches and shopping. From listing to showing to closing a home, we are active participants who know how to make the right things happen. Membership in a computerized Multiple Listing Service ensures that necessary information about the marketplace is available at a moment’s notice.

Whether Our working with Columbians moving from one neighborhood to another or with families moving into or out of the Midlands, Midgle Agency professionals serve the client well. Every time. In every way.

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Communication is a number-one priority for Midgle Agency . Your sales associate will call or email you – your choice – at least once a week with a progress report.

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Your home will also be marketed using a proven, strategically strong combination of media including the Internet, newspapers, flyers, and brochures, to fully expose the property to a wide audience of home buyers who are actively looking.

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Yes! Statistics show that 70% of prospective homebuyers begin their search on the Internet. We will advertise your home on:

www.prudentialAnnesrealty.com

...Plus hundreds of relocation sites nationally and hundreds of local broker sites via broker reciprocity agreements.

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With buyers, the first impression counts tremendously! A small investment of time and money will generate financial rewards and give your home a positive edge over other listings when it comes time to show it.

Review the following ideas and see what you can do with just a little effort that might help attract a buyer sooner at your asking price.

Curb Appeal

Cut lawn.
Trim shrubs and lawns.
Keep well watered.
Weed and edge gardens.
Pick up any litter.
Clear walk and driveway of leaves, toys, etc.
Repair gutters and eaves.

General Maintenance

Paint and repair as needed – inside and out.
Oil squeaky doors.
Tighten doorknobs.
Replace burned-out lights.
Clean and repair windows.
Touch up chipped paint.
Repair leaking taps and toilets.

Clean and Tidy

Keep interior neat and presentable at all times. Shampoo carpets.
Clean washer, dryer and tubs.
Clean refrigerator and stove.
Clean and freshen bathrooms.
Organize kitchen cabinets and closets so they look clean and spacious.

First Impressions

Clean and tidy entrance.
Functional doorbell.
Polish door hardware and outdoor lights.
Paint/clean front door.
Add flowers to the porch.

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The following is a checklist of proven tips to help make your home very appealing to the buyer and create what is called “the buying atmosphere.”

Be absent, if possible, when your property is being shown.
Open shades, draperies, and all interior doors except closets
Turn on all interior lights, whether it is day or night.
If possible, play soft background music.
Have ceiling fans on at low speed
Keep pets outdoors/in garage.
Put money and other valuables in a safe place.
nhance the beauty of your house with fresh flowers.
Hang your best towels.
Do other similar things that maximize appeal.

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8. What happens when we have a contract to buy our house?

Once your house is under contract, Your associate will give you a list of things that you will need to do to be prepared for closing day (turn off utilities, etc.).

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Midgle Agency has a reputation for making things happen. Many times, sellers come to us very frustrated because they’ve had their homes listed with another realtor for months with no success. It is not unusual for us to help owners sell their homes in as little as one week. See Client Testimonials.