Seth & Alyce Dailey
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Want to know the current market conditions around the area? Check out this report we put together that highlights Anne Arundel county, Howard county, Harford county, Baltimore county, and Baltimore City for the month of September.
Click the report to view the full market update.
“Who would you recommend to family & friends?”
The vast majority of home buyers and sellers turn to the agent they used previously or one who was referred by someone they know. It’s understandable because we all want to work with someone we can trust, especially when it involves the largest transaction many of us will ever make.
This month we’ve included an explanation of how our decision to work by referral benefits you. It allows us to devote our time and energy to meeting the needs of our clients. There are a number of ways that we can be a valuable resource, such as providing market updates and referring other reputable business professionals when you need them.
We will make a constant effort to provide you with excellent service, because in our business, the most profound assets we possess are your respect and trust. Your referrals are a priceless gift, and we want you to know that they will never go unappreciated.
Selling in this market can be a tough!
We were honored recently to help this family sell their parent's home. They had tried unsuccessfully to sell it with a another Realtor prior to being referred to The Dailey Group. Continue reading below and see what they had to say afterwards:
Dear Seth & Alyce,
We are so happy we hired you to sell our parent's house. You were absolutely wonderful to work with and make such a great team. Your personalities and talents really compliment each other.
You really listened to us, were sensitive to our needs and understood our desire to get a fair price for both parties. We were amazed at how quickly our house was sold and that we received three contracts in the first week of listing. Selling the house at a price $7,000 higher than our asking price surpassed our expectation.
Everything was handled in a prompt and professional manner. You kept us informed of every showing, potential buyer's responses, the contracts (including the pros and cons), the inspections and their reports and all negotiations. We always knew what was going on. Your suggestion for a few home improvements prior to listing was very fair. You also gave us excellent advice in regards to post-inspection repairs.
Your expertise in contracts and negotiating skills were such an asset to us.
We also want to commend you on keeping such a pleasant, patient and knowledgeable staff. Your assistants gave immediate attention to all of our questions and suggestions. Everyone couldn't have been nicer.
Thanks for a job well done!
Sincerely,
Sally & Kathy
Thank YOU, Sally & Kathy! It was such an honor to serve you and your family in this transaction. We appreciate the confidence and trust you've placed in us to guide you through this important process.
Thinking about buying a home in Baltimore City?
Preparing for the process is critical. Live Baltimore continues its series of FREE Workshops for anyone who wants to learn about Baltimore City homeownership.
This October the topics include:
• Homebuying & Energy Tips to Save You Money
• Home Mortgage Refinance 101
• Understanding Baltimore City Property Taxes and Assessments
• Renovating a Fixer Upper or Handyman Special in Baltimore City
For more information and to register visit, www.livebaltimore.com, they fill up fast!
When a mortgage becomes unaffordable, avoiding foreclosure becomes a primary goal. It is a unique situation that adjusts priorities and changes perspectives. For the millions of homeowners unable to make their mortgage payments today, there are alternatives to foreclosure that can lead to an entirely different, more positive financial outcome.
One of t
he leading solutions to foreclosure today is a short sale. In a short sale, the lender agrees to accept the sale amount, even if it is less than what is owed on the mortgage. If you would like to read more, this report explains how the consequences of foreclosure compare to those of a short sale. As CDPE-designated agents, we have been extensively trained in the alternatives to foreclosure and can help you make an informed decision.
Remember, we are always here to serve our clients and our community. Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have.
In today’s market, many Sellers are questioning why their home is not selling as quickly as they had hoped. In many instances, it is because of two key things: price and condition.
Price is a major factor that almost every Buyer notices fir
st. The price determines what house each Buyer will consider.
What many Sellers do not take into consideration is condition. If the price is right, a Buyer will schedule a showing to see the house. If the house is not prepped properly to sell—the right Buyer may walk in and out with no intention of ever placing an offer. This is where proper staging comes into play.
Home Staging is an a
rt, an illusion, a way of creating the perfect mood for Buyers. Staging makes your house look cleaner, brighter, bigger and more inviting. It allows a Buyer to picture what it would be like to own the house. Staging is incredibly important because it goes beyond the cleaning, painting and repairs performed to sell the house. It’s about adding the small details to turn your house into a home.
Below are some links to a few stagers in our area:
With the uneasiness of the housing market, many people are rethinking home ownership and debating whether or not it’s still better to own a home. The Washington Journal sheds some light on this debate and provides 10 reasons why it’s still good to buy a house.
To read the article: click here
LiveSMART reminder!
Starting this Friday, October 1st, Maryland is joining several other states where drivers are required to use a hands-free device when talking on a cell phone. The new law, is in addition to the recent ban on texting while driving. Fines start at $40 and can go up to $100 for multiple violations. Many stores in the area are gearing up for the new change. Hands-free devices start as low as $15 for wired devices up to $400 for a professionally installed phone speaker system.
Get ready for this change coming Friday!
**Disclaimer**The information above is meant for informational purposes only. For any legal questions, please consult an attorney.
Happy Fall Everyone!
Check out the Season Premiere of “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” filmed right here in Baltimore. The episode, which airs on ABC Sunday, September 26th at 7pm, features the renovation of a Baltimore building that houses an organization that provides a safe environment for at-risk children.
We also want you to know that Baltimore has a similar organization called “The Partnership for Housing Foundation.” Their mission is to create and sustain affordable housing opportunities for immigrants, minorities and low to moderate-income Maryland residents.
For more information, visit: www.partnershipforhousing.org
It’s been a busy year for us here at The Dailey Group. We are constantly thinking about how we can stay in touch with our community.
We get a lot of questions from Sellers right now about how to WIN in this market--and winning means being the house that actually SELLS when houses around you fail to do so.
Pricing your home to actually SUCCEED in selling is a lot like training for the Olympics. Right now, every Seller wants to sell their home . . . just like every athlete wants to win the Gold in Vancouver.
But this is like going to the local gym and asking the guy in the grey sweats huffing away on the treadmill, "Suppose you wanted to get serious and make it to the Olympics . . . how would you train?" And he would likely give us some answer such as, "Well, I guess I'd have to run a little faster and a little longer." But really, how much weight do you put in his advice? He's not much different than you. It's more wishful thinking than anything.
Or suppose you went to Vancouver a week before the Olympics started and mingled with all the athletes as they arrive in town. And you asked all of them, “How do you have to train to win the gold?” Every one of them would give you an answer.
But when it comes down to it, the only person whose answer we REALLY care about is the one who has already WON the gold medal--past tense. We should really be following the people who SUCCEEDED in their goal. It wasn't about luck, it was about strategy, and it was about following the right example. So when a medal winner is sitting down doing an interview AFTER they've succeeded in beating their competition, that's when we really ought to lean forward and take note. What did they do differently to succeed against such great odds?
Take your advice from the people that have actually succeeded--not from others that are still in pursuit of their goal. Price your home based on actual CLOSED transactions in a neighborhood.
In real estate, the problem is that we can get advice from so many places and while it's all well intentioned, most of it is off base. When we're looking to sell a home, it's common to get advice from other homes that are also on the journey trying to sell. But they can be just like the guy on the treadmill. None of them has ever succeeded--we're all just on the journey together.
So who are we? We're The Dailey Group and hopefully we're like your Olympic Training Coach--trying to help you achieve your goals. There are plenty of people who want to win the Olympics, but the example to follow is the people who have actually done it. When we help you set a list price for your home, we'll help you interview the right people--the SOLD homes that have SUCCEEDED.
Committed to your success,
Seth & Alyce
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