Two public open houses on 1st weekend of listing
Ask any honest real estate agent and they'll tell you Open Houses are one of the least effective methods of marketing a property. However, there's an excellent Open House strategy that pulls in pre-screened buyers. Here's how it works: Rob holds an Open House on the 1st Saturday and 1st Sunday immediately after a property is newly listed. He advertises both Open Houses on www.Realtor.ca.
We've found that advertising 2 Open Houses on the 1st weekend of a new listing generates many more "quality" buyers. We survey everyone who enters our Open Houses, and at least 70% to 80% attend because they saw the property and the Open Houses posted on www.Realtor.ca or on other online Open House apps. That means these potential buyers already know the price, type, style, features, address and photos of the home before deciding to come through.
These are the kind of people you want at an Open House, not folks who drive by and pop in simply because they see an Open House sign, then become disappointed because your home doesn't match what they're looking for, and it's priced 100K more than they can afford.
NOTE: NO Open Houses will be held when owners or condo rules prohibit them
High profile for sale sign
Rob's post installer will install a heavy duty PVC (vinyl) post that won't fade or rot. It has a clean and polished look and holds Rob's high-impact professionally designed FOR SALE sign that will immediately draw buyers' attention to your property.
Lockbox installed for when you're not home
With the seller's permission, Rob will attach a lock box to the door handle, railing, or other accessible spot. This portable key safe is made of tamper-resistant steel with a vinyl coating that can withstand hammering or sawing. The large compartment can hold 5 house keys, and is designed to blend in with any decor to minimize attention. The lockbox enables access to the home so agents can show it to their buyers when you're not there.
Receive new & sold listings while your home is on the market
You'll want to be kept informed about properties that become listed and/or sold in the neighbourhood WHILE your home is on the market. Knowing what competing homes are doing is very important. You'll receive every "new", "conditionally sold" and "sold firm" listing from your neighbourhood until your property is sold.
Rob negotiates aggressively on your behalf
Negotiating is the fun part for Rob. He enjoys taking buyers to their limits to ensure his sellers get the very best deal possible. He's developed tried and tested techniques to obtain many concessions for his sellers. No one can guarantee the outcome of any negotiation, but Rob will do everything possible to bring the buyer up in price, obtain favourable terms, and ensure Offer clauses protect and promote your best interests.
Rob manages everything from offer acceptance to closing day
Rob and Nadia take care of their sellers before, during and after the Offer is accepted - right up to and including closing day. Each home purchase agreement requires attention to various details, conditions, time sensitive issues, and the fulfillment of various tasks before closing. Rob and Nadia manage these important follow-up items so you can enjoy a stress-free experience. If glitches arise because of the actions or inaction of other parties, Rob and Nadia will work tirelessly to resolve all issues to your complete satisfaction.