What makes you happy or brings you comfort as you walk through the door at the end of a long, hard day? Is it the shade of a secluded garden? A cozy library or inviting conversation pit in front of a fireplace? Is the heart of your home a sunny deck, a big-screen “man cave” or a quaint backyard “she shed?” Perhaps it’s an elegant bathroom with a relaxing old-fashioned bathtub. Maybe you have a garage with built-in tool cabinets or a basement with your own recording studio. By shining a bright spotlight in your ad copy on what makes your home unique, you’ll attract interested buyers who are willing to pay full price and won’t waste your time with lowball offers. Following the 80/20 rule can lessen time showing to people who aren’t interested. Instead, you will be showing your home to buyers who are motivated to purchase. You won’t have to show as frequently. You also won’t have to sift through lowball offers from casual shoppers. Keeping this in mind, you must take the time to uncover your home’s most attractive and unique features and improve them to their highest potential. Compare your house with others in the neighborhood to see what makes yours stand out. Work with that.
BUYER'S STORY
When Vince and Sue were shopping for a new home, Vince wanted an ocean view. They looked at many desirable properties but didn’t find any that were right for them. Some were overpriced; others had obstructed views. The search went on for almost a year until they found an older
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