How Much Can I Sell My Home For?

Ultimately, the number one question on every seller's mind is how much can I get for my home? The answer is not as simple as looking on Trulia or Zillow and utilizing the estimates provided by these powerhouses. It is true that Trulia and Zillow use real estate data provided by the Multiple Listing System (MLS) and tax records to compile data; however, there are other factors that must be taken into consideration that Zillow and Trulia simply cannot compile.

If you are contemplating listing your home for sale, please call Carolyn Schofield for your free (no obligation) market analysis. She can help you understand what your home is worth in the current market. If you are looking for an appraised value, Carolyn will be happy to get you in touch with a local appraiser. She has several appraisers that she can refer you to if utilizing them as a resource makes you feel more comfortable prior to listing your home for sale.

Some agents advertise that they can tell you in 60 seconds or less the value of your home. First of all, kudos to these agents for coming up with this marketing idea. However, you should know that the majority of these agents are pulling data from Zillow and Trulia's online stats. If you desire a more precise approach in determining a marketable price for your home, contact Carolyn Schofield at 865-898-1047.

What To Expect During The Listing Appointment: Carolyn Schofield will discuss her extensive marketing plan with you as well as ways to improve the marketability of your home. Listing your Gatlinburg cabin or Pigeon Forge home with a Real Estate Professional who understands the importance Internet presence and ultimately the importance of pricing your home right the first time around means the difference in seeing a " For Sale" sign in your yard versus a "Sold" sign.

Please feel free to download Carolyn Schofield's Free E-Book "Evading Costly Selling Mistakes - What Every Seller Should Know Before Listing Their Home For Sale". It includes helpful tips and practical advice you should consider prior to listing and selling your Gatlinburg cabin or Sevierville homes for sale. When you are ready to list your home for sale, please call Carolyn Schofield at 865-898-1047.

Your Very Own "Honey Do List"

Carolyn Schofield has prepared a practical checklist which entails tasks that need to be completed or checked prior to listing your home for sale. The list is not a complete set of tasks; however, this "Honey Do List" does include some of the most crucial tasks that need to be addressed. As a seller, the more you do upfront prior to listing your home for sale, the better your chance for success in the long run.

Even if everything is completed on the checklist, there is no guarantee that your home will sell in the first 90 days. There are numerous variables that must be considered and during the listing appointment, these variables will be addressed. The goal in all of this is to make your home the strongest contender relative to its location, age, size, and amenities, etc.

Carolyn Schofield's Analogy: Consider how athletes train for a triathlon - each athlete is human, but the similarities end here. The preparation for the event varies from one athlete to another. Some have taken extra steps to ensure a competitive edge over the competition. Undoubtedly some athletes are physically in better condition than others whether it is due to age, gender, overall health, physical stamina, etc. Nonetheless, in the end, there is only one winner out of all the competitors. The same holds true in real estate.

Decision Time: Who Should I Call To Sell My Gatlinburg Cabin?

How do you know who to call when you are making the decision to list your home for sale? The task can be quite daunting for some homeowners. Carolyn's goal is to set your mind at ease. When you are ready to sell your Gatlinburg cabin or Pigeon Forge home, call Carolyn Schofield for your free, no obligation market analysis. Her pledge to you is to provide you with information that is viable and easy to understand and to communicate with you in such a way that does not leave you perplexed.

One last thought...Carolyn may not always tell you what you want to hear, but she promises she will do her best to tell you what you need to hear.

More Than Just A "For Sale" Sign - Hire A Professional

When you list your home with Carolyn Schofield, she does more than just place a For Sale sign in your yard. She believes in keeping her sellers in the loop by having open, honest discussions with them and providing feedback from showings. The biggest complaint according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR) is lack of communication between the real estate agent and the seller(s). Carolyn's goal is to turn that around. When you desire a true professional you can work with, call Carolyn Schofield at 865-898-1047.

Carolyn Schofield will work diligently to market and sell your Gatliburg cabins or Pigeon Forge Home. She understands that as the Listing Agent for the Seller, she must be able to offer options to her sellers to make the selling process go smoothly. Carolyn is focused on what truly matters: You.

Just One More Thing: When hiring a real estate professional to list your home for sale, do you (A) want somone who will have an open, honest discussion with you, or (B) do you prefer someone who acts more as an order taker and does not offer suggestions or provide realistic expectations to you? If option A is your choice, call Carolyn Schofield. Otherwise, Bookmark this page for later use.