One of the most important elements of marketing your home effectively is setting the price right. Set the price too high, and you won't get any offers and your home will take too long to sell. Set it too low and you cheat yourself by not getting your homes full, fair value. As an expert in Southwest Virginia area real estate, I analyze the market and set area home prices every single day. I'll work closely with you to assure that everything possible is done to get the highest price, in the time frame you need.

The condition and appearance of your home are also critical factors in getting the best price for your home. I'll personally walk through your home with you and advise you of what you can do to properly stage your home most effectively. Some areas are much more important and more likely to pay off than others! Often, the buyer is motivated by emotional responses as much or more than financial issues. There are usually things I can point out to you that are easy and inexpensive, yet go a long way towards triggering those "buy" emotions.

As your agent, I'll negotiate furiously on your behalf throughout the entire process to ensure that your best interests are protected. Real estate negotiations and contracts can be intimidating in their complexity. Most people have almost no experience in these negotiations after all, how often do you buy or sell a new house? As a top real estate professional, getting you the best terms and prices in all negotiations is simply part of my job.

Tips for Preparing Your Property for Sale Fully preparing your home for sale can make a considerable difference in the time it takes to sell it. You can help eliminate buyer objections before they arise by making necessary repairs and improvements, some of which are suggested below.    Outdoors Spruce up your garden and lawn; trim shrubbery and replace dead plants. Yard and patio should be neat; outdoor furniture should be clean and in good shape. Clean or paint your front door - remember first impressions last the longest! Manicure your front yard; make sure your driveway and entryway are free of clutter.    Exterior Check that house numbers, mailbox, and exterior lighting are all in good condition. Touch up with fresh paint as needed. Inspect chimney for cracks or earthquake damage. Repair loose trim, drain pipes, and fencing. Clean stains and window screens.    Garage Remove clutter and tidy up the shelves. Clean the floor.    Living Areas Apply fresh paint as needed... think about brightening your interiors with neutral-toned paint. Clean draperies and carpets. Replace burnt out light bulbs. Clean the fireplace and remove smoke stains from the wall and mantle.    Kitchen Sinks, appliances, and counter tops should sparkle; remove any clutter. Wax the floor. Clean the oven, range, and other appliances. Clean tile and grout; replace if necessary.    Bathrooms Clean mirrors, glass, chrome, and porcelain surfaces. Replace shower curtain if necessary. Fix any faucet drips or leaks. Clean grout and caulking; replace if necessary.    Closets Doors and drawers should open and close easily. Remove clutter; tidy up shelves and racks. Shoes and clothes should be neatly arranged.    Overall Check the basics around the house. It takes just a minute to check all doors, windows and cabinets to make sure they don't stick, squeak or are too loose. Clean your furnace and water heater so buyers know they are looking at a house that has been well maintained.