ESTATE OWNERS

Evaluating the Property
In order to help yo set an accurate price for your property, it is important for me to inspect the property. Even though there may already be a court ordered appraisal on the property, it is still important to get a broker's opinion. I have seen many appraisals that underestimated or overpriced the value of the property because the out-of-area appraiser was not familiar with the area or our local market conditions.

Whether it is a house, condo, apartment building or commercial property, it is important for me to inspect it inside and out. It doesn't matter if it is in good or poor condition, if it is occupied or vacant and full of furniture and belongings. If possible, I would like to meet you at the property. If you live far away, then I can go on my own.

After I have inspected the property and taken some digital photos, I will go back to my office and prepare a comparable market analysis to determine the value of the property. I will also make a list of recommended repairs. I will also give you a value based on "as is" condition.

Preparing an Estate home for sale
Many of the houses I evaluate for administrators, executors, beneficiaries and homeowners are vacant and full of furniture and belongings. And sometimes the property is in dire need of repairs or cosmetics.

If you are the administrator, executor, or owner responsible for selling this property, getting it ready to sell can be a daunting task. It's even harder if you have a full time job and a family to care for. Or worse yet, you live far away.

Let's take a fairly typical case where you are the executor of your parent's estate. You have been granted the power by the court to sell the property, make decisions, and write checks. You don't live near the property and you just want to to get the property sold quickly and for as much money as possible. Let's assume that the property still has the furniture and personal belongings. It needs carpet, paint, some yard care, and a few minor repairs. Let's also assume you have a couple of siblings who are not decision makers but are entitled to 1/4 each of the proceeds. Let's also assume that there is a mortgage, and various other bills that must also be paid off prior to dividing any moneys.

The first thing you need to do is to decide who gets what furniture and belongings. After items are divided and removed, anything left can be donated to Goodwill, Salvation Army, or any charity of your choice. I work with many and can make some good recommendations. I can assist in all of this. Afterwards, I can help to assist in arranging for a cleanup crew to come in and remove all remaining debris or trash from the premises.

Now the property is finally vacant and ready for the painters or workmen to get busy. IMPORTANT NOTE: You will also have the option and price opinion to sell the house "strictly as is". Many times there may not be money available for any sort of repairs. In that event, don't think you will be losing alot of profit. Because sometimes it's more profitable and quicker to save the repair money (and time) and get it sold quicker for a lower price. Sometimes in the end you might end up with a very close net profit to what you would have made paying for repairs. Every home is different, and every situation is different.

If you decide on some cosmetics or repairs to help the property sell faster, I will assist you in obtaining various bids from contractors, and will coordinate their starting of the work.

Now, let's assume the property is ready for sale (repairs or "as is"). This is when we place you home on MLS (Realtor's Multiple listing Service). However, we are the only Realtors who can offer you "this site" specifically attracting "ESTATE BUYERS"!! We are also the only company to own sites that offer HOMESINYOURTOWN (Example: HomesinMiddletown.com, HomesinKeyport.com). Wherever your home is, WE own Homes in that town. If you visit our Main site "BetterHomesusa.com" you can get a good idea of how we span across the country and then some.

I will manage how and when the home is shown, and will update you constantly on our progress. Once an offer (or offers) come in, I will present them to you. If an offer is accepted and you live "out of state", we can accomplish the entire deal over the Fax and through the mail. I can recommend several attorneys that are familiar with estates and home sales, and the entire transaction will be smooth

Our services come with an "immediate Guarantee". We don't lock you into a contract of any kind for any specific amount of time. We are that confident that you will be satisfied!