Selling real estate is a complex process. As your Realtor I have two goals. First, I will gain a thorough understanding of your particular needs and desired outcome. Second, I will demonstrate the tools and services that I can provide to market and sell your home.

From the thousands of homes sold in Albuquerque, I gain new insight and experience in the delicate balance of pricing your home to sell in the given market while protecting the value of your investment. I understand the emotional attachment you have with your home and the desire to achieve its highest value. I will show you how to get the absolute best price for your home.

When you decide it is time to sell, you want it done as quickly as possible, at the best price, with no surprises or problems. Combined with my years of knowledge and the most comprehensive marketing program available in New Mexico, I will get the job done. I am hands-on in every detail. When you need to discuss your property, I will personally be available. In addition, As your Albuquerque Realtor, I can offer you programs to get your property sold that no other company in New Mexico can offer.

As your Realtor, it will be my job to implement the full capacity of the Coldwell Banker Legacy Marketing Program to get your property SOLD. I will keep you informed on the progress of selling your home as well as help you understand the process as we go. Whether it’s your home, vacant land, or commercial real estate, You can BANK on Joi.

As your Real Estate Agent I will personally -

• Complete a Comparative Market Analysis for your New Mexico Real Estate.
• Accurately price your property for the given market and location.
• Show you all the latest marketing programs available.
• Work with you on how best to present your property to the market.
• Use the most productive marketing tools available.
• Ensure your closing costs are the lowest possible.
• Earn your satisfaction as my Client.
• Be there when you need me and carry the ball all the way to closing.
• Update you weekly on the status of your home and the market place.
• GET YOUR HOME SOLD!

Seller Tips

Pricing A Home
If you're planning on selling a house, you'll have to decide what price you're going to ask for the home. This is one of the most important and difficult decisions you'll have to make. Buyers select by comparison shopping, so your home will have to have a fair market price in order for it to sell. A real estate professional can help you determine the market value of your home while still obtaining the top-dollar price for your piece of property.

Some of the things to consider when choosing your home price are:

• What is the age & condition of your home?
• Does it need updating?
• What have similar homes in your area sold for?
• Have homes in your area been increasing or decreasing in value?
• Are there a lot of homes for sale in your area?

Remember, your home is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. When you sell your home through me, you can ensure that your property will receive the needed exposure to attract interested parties who are willing to make an offer.

Making Your Home Look Its Best
When you're selling your home you'll want to put forth the very best product. Buyers aren't coming for just a quick look but for a careful inspection. Keep the exterior neat by painting the trim, clipping the hedges, mowing, edging, and weeding the lawn and you may even want to plant a few flowers.

Inside you'll want to lighten up the darker corners, perhaps add some fresh paint and put the clutter away to give the rooms an open feeling. Make sure there are no "stale" odors in the home. This can be especially important for remote areas such as a basement or attic. On the day of your open house, you may want to consider baking some cookies or bring in some fragrant fresh flowers. This will add a cheery and pleasant scent to your home. These little things just may help you sell your home a bit more quickly. I can provide you with a video that will help you stage your home for showing.

Marketing Your Home
When selling your home, you must realize that it's not likely that the right buyer will simply walk through your door on their own. Generally, you have to bring your home to the buyer, and that means counting on a Realtor to put forth a successful marketing campaign. You'll want an agent who will make the best use of television and newspaper advertising, and one who uses state-of-the-art techniques such as an interactive voice-response system, a front-end MLS system and the internet. And, you'll want to have a number of open houses to expose your property to a wide variety of "window shoppers". I am trained not only in the financial aspect of a real estate transaction, but the marketing aspect as well.

An Offer!
When you have a home for sale, eventually a prospective buyer will "make an offer." As the seller, you basically have three options: you can accept the offer, reject the offer or give a counter offer. A counter offer usually will encourage a buyer to continue their negotiations. You may also receive multiple offers. You may prefer to take slightly less for your property from someone who is willing to pay cash, versus someone who needs to sell their current home first. Contingencies, move-in dates, and financing are all things to consider when weighing an offer. If things seem a bit overwhelming, don't worry, that is my job to go over the various points with you, and help you choose the best offer.

The Closing
Once you've accepted an offer on your property there are a number of details that still need to be finished. There will probably be an inspection of your home by a professional who will determine the condition and integrity of your property for the buyer. The buyer's mortgage company may choose to send out an appraiser who will assure the lender of your property's worth. The title company will warranty that there are no liens or existing encumbrances that would inhibit a transfer of title to the buyer. Either you or the buyer may chose to be represented by an attorney. First time sellers and buyers often feel more comfortable to have the paper work reviewed prior to signing. Rest assured, you can always rely on me to make sure the entire home selling process proceeds smoothly.

When you're ready to sell your home, contact me for a free market analysis to get the ball rolling.