Thank you for taking the time to visit today. If you're on this page, it's probably because you received a post card or letter from me. I recently drove by your home and saw that you were trying to sell it on your own. You're also here because you are also probably not having much success.

   People try to sell on their own for a variety of reasons. The biggest one being they don't want to pay the commission and feel they can get top-dollar for their house by selling it on their own. The fact is that most people wind up getting about $40,000 less by selling on their own then if they employed the services of a real estate professional.

   People also think that if they put a sign on their lawn and and few ads in the newspaper, they will be able to sell their home. The fact here is that over 60% of the buyers come from out-of-town and will never even see your ad in the paper. The best way to sell it is with a real estate professional who can selectively target the advertising to where the buyers are.

   Buyer's look at "By Owner" sales for a number of reasons generally none of which will benefit you. First, they think they can get a 'deal' by buying from the owner directly. That could be true. As I pointed out above, you will probably wind up selling for about $40,000 less then if you used a real estate professional. Secondly, many buyer's won't be able to qualify for a loan. You could sign a contract and tie up your home for as long as 60 days only to find out your buyer can't qualify for a loan. Real estate professionals know how to qualify buyers before they even come through your door.

   These are just a few of the reasons but they are the most important ones.

   I have one goal:

  To sell your home as quickly and easily as possible for the best price we can get.

   Selling a home requires team work and you will be a part of that team. It will start with the developing of a marketing plan, staging and preparing the home for sale, advertising, continued price evaluation and review of offers. You will be a part of the process right through to a successful closing.

   Click on the marketing link below to see just some of the services ERA Advantage and Florida Waterhomes has to offer. Once you've reviewed it, feel free to call Jim direct at 941-460-8814 with any questions or to arrange an appointment.

    I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Best Wishes,

Jim Reske