When Selling a Mountain View Condo You Can Never Have Too Many Flowers

When selling a condo in Mountain View I don't believe there is such a thing as too many fresh flowers, especially in the spring time. I will concede that it is probably better not to have the home look like a funeral parlor, but short of that, nothing makes a Mountain View condo for sale more appealing than fresh flowers.

Home buying may be the biggest financial investment a person makes in his/her lifetime, but it is still ultimately an emotional decision. Walnut floors and quartz counter tops may be on a buyer's wish list, but the impact of coming into a home with fresh flowers is as the saying goes, "Like a breath of fresh air." Flowers never fail to give the buyer that over joyed feeling so important for a first impression.

There is a reason that people give flowers on Valentine's day. They say, LOVE. And don't you want buyers to love the Mountain View condo you are selling?

Now that it is spring there is no reason not to use fresh flowers in every room of the Mountain View you are selling. Trader Joes has them at ridiculously inexpensive prices. The Mountain View Farmert's Market have a gorgeous selection of the finest locally grown flowers. Even Costco has a fabulous selection of fresh cut flowers for your Mountain View.

So, tell your home stager who brings in pretty, but not emotionally charged silk flowers, thanks, but no thanks. Only fresh flowers are good enough for the Mountain View condo you are selling.

Mountain View Ca Real Estate Market Update 4/7/2013

There are currently 14 single family Mountain View homes for sale, up from 13 last week.
There are currently 17 Mountain View town homes/condos for sale, up from 8 last week.
There are currently 21 pending sales of Mountain View single family homes, down from 22 last week.
There are currently 29 pending sales of Mountain View Town homes/Condos, down from from 31 last week.
In March, 2013 there were 18 single family Mountain View homes sold ranging in price from $675,000 to $1,195,000, about the same range as Feb.
In March, 2013 there were 29 Mountain View Town Homes/Condos sold ranging in price from $275,000 to $1,250,000.

These numbers are still low, but condo listings are over twice last week when it was Easter/Passover. I still expect a bigger increase in inventory, but possibly not til late spring or early summer till we see a significant difference. Palo Alto and Santa Clara both saw more sales in March than Feb., but not Mountain View. This is not a great sign, but I am still hopeful.
If you would like to search for homes for sale please feel free to visit my website for a custom search.

http://marcymoyer.com/OnlineSearchRequest2?operation=choose_mls&timestamp=1359953266454

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Mountain View please feel free to contact me.

Marcy Moyer
Keller Williams Realty
www.marcymoyer.com
marcy@marcymoyer.com

Santa Clara, Ca Real Estate Market Update 4/7/2013

As a Santa Clara Real Estate Agent I am always being asked, "How's the market in Santa Clara?" The answer is simple:

Not enough inventory, plenty of buyers.

There are currently 34 single family Santa Clara homes for sale, up from 25 last week.
There are currently 15 Santa Clara town homes/condos for sale, up from 6 last week.
There are currently 46 pending sales of Santa Clara single family homes, down from 49 last week.
There are currently 37 pending sales of Santa Clara town homes/Condos, down from 39 last week.
In March of 2013 there were 42 single family Santa Clara homes sold, over twice the number in Feb., ranging in price from $465,000 to $1,250,000. This shows an increase in price range from Feb.
In March of 2013 there were 28 Santa Clara Town Homes/Condos sold, 30% more than in Feb., ranging in price from $200,000 to $793,000. This price range is not much different than in Feb.

These numbers are much better than last week, but it was Easter/Passover, so it is not a surprise. I still expect even more increase in inventory, but possibly not till late spring or early summer till we see a significant difference. If we can add another 10 homes and condos next week I will be very happy.

If you would like to search for homes for sale please feel free to visit my website for a custom search.

http://marcymoyer.com/OnlineSearchRequest2?operation=choose_mls&timestamp=1359953266454

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Santa Clara please feel free to contact me.

Marcy Moyer
Keller Williams Realty
www.marcymoyer.com
marcy@marcymoyer.com
D.R.E. 01191194
650-619-928

Palo Alto Real Estate Market Update 4/7/2013

As a Palo Alto Real Estate Agent I am always being asked, "How's the market in Palo Alto?" The answer is simple:

Not enough inventory, plenty of buyers.

There are currently 27 single family Palo Alto homes for sale up from 16 last week.
There are currently 5 Palo Alto town homes/condos for sale, up from 4 last week.
There are currently 41 pending sales of Palo Alto single family homes, down from 42 last week.
There are currently 7 pending sales of Palo Alto Town homes/Condos, down from 8 last week.
In March of 2013 there were 28 single family Palo Alto homes sold, twice as many as in Feb., ranging in price from $859,000 to $7,650,000. This is a much broader price range than in Feb as well.
In Feb of 2013 there were 12 Palo Alto Town Homes/Condos sold, 3 times as many as in Feb., ranging in price from $430,000 to $1,600,000. This is also a much broader price range than in Feb.

This is a nice increase in single family homes for sale since last week. Some of the increase is due to a hold off in listing because of Easter/Passover. If we can get in the 30's next week I will be happy. I still expect an increase in inventory, but possibly not til late spring or early summer til we see a significant difference.

If you would like to search for homes for sale please feel free to visit my website for a custom search.

http://marcymoyer.com/OnlineSearchRequest2?operation=choose_mls&timestamp=1359953266454

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Palo Alto please feel free to contact me.

Marcy Moyer
Keller Williams Realty
www.marcymoyer.com
marcy@marcymoyer.com
D.R.E. 01191194
650-619-9285

San Mateo County short Sale/ Foreclosure Update 2013 First Quarter

Looking for a distressed property in San Mateo County? Don't hold your breath. San Mateo County has very few short sales or bank owned properties this year. Here are the numbers:
Number of San Mateo County homes for sale (single family and condos):  589
Active San Mateo County Short Sales:  19
Percentage of San Mateo County homes for sale that are short sales: 3.2%
Active San Mateo County foreclosures: 16
Percentage of San Mateo County homes for sale that are foreclosures: 2.7%
Percentage of total San Mateo County distressed sales: 5.9%
This is not enough to have any effect on total home values. Many cities in San Mateo County have no short sales as home values have reached and exceeded the peak in 2007-2008.


Closed sales in San Mateo County in 2013: 1170

Number of closed San Mateo County short sales in 2013: 138

Percentage closed San Mateo County short sales in 2013: 5.5%

Number of closed San Mateo County foreclosures in 2013: 68

Percentage of closed San Mateo County foreclosures in 2013: 11.8%

The percentage of closed San Mateo County short sales and foreclosures is more a reflection of the past, not what is going on in the market now. San Mateo County short sales can take up to a year to close, and foreclosures can be in the works for years before they hit the market.

The bottom line is, if you are looking for a deal in San Mateo County, you will not likely find it in a short sale or foreclosure, because there are not enough of them and the total inventory is so low the 90% of all homes on the market get multiple offers.

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in San Mateo County please feel free to contact me.

Marcy Moyer

Keller Williams Realty

www.marcymoyer.com

marcy@marcymoyer.com

650-619-9285

DRE 01191194

When Selling a Palo Alto Home You Can Never Have Too Many Flowers

When selling a home in Palo Alto I don't believe there is such a thing as too many fresh flowers, especially in the spring time. I will concede that it is probably better not to have the home look like a funeral parlor, but short of that, nothing makes a Palo Alto home for sale more appealing than fresh flowers.

Home buying may be the biggest financial investment a person makes in his/her lifetime, but it is still ultimately an emotional decision. Walnut floors and quartz counter tops may be on a buyer's wish list, but the impact of coming into a home with fresh flowers is as the saying goes, "Like a breath of fresh air." Flowers never fail to give the buyer that over joyed feeling so important for a first impression.

There is a reason that people give flowers on Valentine's day. They say, LOVE. And don't you want buyers to love the Palo Alto home you are selling?

Now that it is spring there is no reason not to use fresh flowers in every room of the Palo Alto home you are selling. Trader Joes has them at ridiculously inexpensive prices. The California Ave Farmert's Market and Downtown Farmers Market have a gorgeous selection of the finest locally grown flowers. Even Costco has a fabulous selection of fresh cut flowers for your Palo Alto home.

So, tell your home stager who brings in pretty, but not emotionally charged silk flowers, thanks, but no thanks. Only fresh flowers are good enough for the Palo Alto home you are selling.

If you have any questions about selling a home in Palo Alto, please feel free to contact me.

Marcy Moyer
Keller Williams Realty Palo Alto
www.marcymoyer.com
marcy@marcymoyer.com
DRE 01191194
650-619-9285

Santa Clara County Short Sale/Foreclosure Update through 3/31/2013

Looking for a distressed property in Santa Clara County? Don't hold your breath. Santa Clara County has very few short sales or bank owned properties this year. Here are the numbers:

Number of Santa Clara County homes for sale (single family and condos): 1123
Active Santa Clara County Short Sales: 32
Percentage of Santa Clara County homes for sale that are short sales: 2.8%
Active Santa Clara County foreclosures: 26
Percentage of Santa Clara County homes for sale that are foreclosures: 2.3%
Percentage of total Santa Clara County distressed sales: 5.1%

This is not enough to have any effect on total home values. Many cities in Santa clara County have no short sales as home values have reached and exceeded the peak in 2007-2008.


Closed sales in Santa Clara County in 2013: 2928
Number of closed Santa Clara County short sales in 2013: 402
Percentage closed Santa Clara County short sales in 2013: 13.7
Number of closed Santa Clara County foreclosures in 2013: 150
Percentage of closed Santa Clara County foreclosures in 2013: 5%

The percentage of closed Santa Clara County short sales and foreclosures is more a reflection of the past, not what is going on in the market now. Santa Clara County short sales can take up to a year to close, and foreclosures can be in the works for years before they hit the market.

The bottom line is, if you are looking for a deal in Santa Clara County, you will not likely find it in a short sale or foreclosure, because their are not enough of them and the total inventory is so low the 90% of all homes on the market get multiple offers.

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Santa Clara County please feel free to contact me.

Marcy Moyer
Keller Williams Realty
www.marcymoyer.com
marcy@marcymoyer.com
650-619-9285
DRE 01191194

Menlo Park Ca, Belle Haven Duplex, Near Facebook!

$650,000 , 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 0 half baths, 1,961 square feet

Marcy Moyer | Keller Williams Realty | (650) 619-9285 1119 Del Norte Ave, Menlo Park, CA Upgraded Belle Haven neighborhood Duplex near Facebook. Front init 1/1 plus both garages used at bedrooms. Back is 2/1 3BR/2BA Multi-Family, 2 units offered at $650,000 Year Built 1951 Sq Footage 1,961 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking Unspecified Lot Size 5,600 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Nice Belle Haven duplex near Facebook. Features include newer roof, double pane windows, tiled floors, newer kitchen and baths, newer paint. Same tenants in place since 2009. Menlo Park see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES - Dining room - Living room - Stove/Oven - Lawn - On-street parking OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES - Upgraded Duplex

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Front Garages Living Room Living Room Dining Room Kitchen Kitchen Bedroom Bedroom Closet Sliding door to back Bathroom Backyard

Contact info:

Mountain View Ca Real Estate Market Update 4/1/2013

There are currently 13 single family Mountain View homes for sale, down from 17 last week.
There are currently 8 Mountain View town homes/condos for sale, up from 5 last week.
There are currently 22 pending sales of Mountain View single family homes, down from 26 last week.
There are currently 32 pending sales of Mountain View Town homes/Condos, down from from 35 last week.
In March, 2013 there were 18 single family Mountain View homes sold ranging in price from $675,000 to $1,195,000, about the same range as Feb.
In March, 2013 there were 29 Mountain View Town Homes/Condos sold ranging in price from $275,000 to $1,250,000.

These numbers are still low, but it was Easter/Passover so that is to be expected. I still expect an increase in inventory, but possibly not til late spring or early summer till we see a significant difference. Palo Alto and Santa Clara both saw more sales in March than Feb., but not Mountain View. this is not a great sign, but I am still hopeful.

If you would like to search for homes for sale please feel free to visit my website for a custom search.
http://marcymoyer.com/OnlineSearchRequest2?operation=choose_mls&timestamp=1359953266454

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Mountain View please feel free to contact me.
Marcy Moyer
Keller Williams Realty
www.marcymoyer.com
marcy@marcymoyer.com

Santa clara Ca. Real Estate Market Update 4/1/2013

As a Santa Clara Real Estate Agent I am always being asked, "How's the market in Santa Clara?" The answer is simple:
Not enough inventory, plenty of buyers.

There are currently 25 single family Santa Clara homes for sale, down from 26 last week.
There are currently 6 Santa Clara town homes/condos for sale, down from 8 last week.
There are currently 49 pending sales of Santa Clara single family homes, down from 51 last week.
There are currently 39 pending sales of Santa Clara town homes/Condos, the same as last week.
In March of 2013 there were 42 single family Santa Clara homes sold, over twice the number in Feb., ranging in price from $465,000 to $1,250,000. This shows an increase in price range from Feb.
In March of 2013 there were 28 Santa Clara Town Homes/Condos sold, 30% more than in Feb., ranging in price from $200,000 to $793,000. This price range is not much different than in Feb.

These numbers are still low, and even lower than last week, but it was Easter/Passover, so it is not a surprise. I still expect an increase in inventory, but possibly not till late spring or early summer till we see a significant difference. What is encouraging is that the number of sales has gone up dramatically, despite low weekly inventory. This is an indication that there are more homes coming to market, just selling faster.

If you would like to search for homes for sale please feel free to visit my website for a custom search.
http://marcymoyer.com/OnlineSearchRequest2?operation=choose_mls&timestamp=1359953266454

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Santa Clara please feel free to contact me.

Marcy Moyer
Keller Williams Realty
www.marcymoyer.com
marcy@marcymoyer.com
D.R.E. 01191194
650-619-928

Palo Alto Ca Real Estate Market Update 4/1/2013

As a Palo Alto Real Estate Agent I am always being asked, "How's the market in Palo Alto?" The answer is simple:
Not enough inventory, plenty of buyers.

There are currently 16 single family Palo Alto homes for sale down from 24 last week.
There are currently 4 Palo Alto town homes/condos for sale, down from 5 last week.
There are currently 42 pending sales of Palo Alto single family homes, up from 35 last week.
There are currently 8 pending sales of Palo Alto Town homes/Condos, the same as last week.
In March of 2013 there were 28 single family Palo Alto homes sold, twice as many as in Feb., ranging in price from $859,000 to $7,650,000. This is a much broader price range than in Feb as well.
In Feb of 2013 there were 12 Palo Alto Town Homes/Condos sold, 3 times as many as in Feb., ranging in price from $430,000 to $1,600,000. This is also a much broader price range than in Feb.

These numbers are very low, but it was Easter/Passover, so I am not surprised. Let's hope this trend goes up. I still expect an increase in inventory, but possibly not til late spring or early summer till we see a significant difference. What I think is significant is that even though the week;y inventory remains low, the total sales have increased dramatically which means more homes are coming on the market, they are just selling faster.

If you would like to search for homes for sale please feel free to visit my website for a custom search.
http://marcymoyer.com/OnlineSearchRequest2?operation=choose_mls&timestamp=1359953266454

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Palo Alto please feel free to contact me.

Marcy Moyer
Keller Williams Realty
www.marcymoyer.com
marcy@marcymoyer.com
D.R.E. 01191194
650-619-9285

Santa Clara Ca REal Estate Market Update 3/24/2013

As a Santa Clara Real Estate Agent I am always being asked, "How's the market in Santa Clara?" The answer is simple:

Not enough inventory, plenty of buyers.

There are currently 26 single family Santa Clara homes for sale, down from 31 last week.
There are currently 8 Santa Clara town homes/condos for sale, down from 11 last week.
There are currently 51 pending sales of Santa Clara single family homes, up from 44 last week.
There are currently 39 pending sales of Santa Clara town homes/Condos, the same as last week.
In Feb. of 2013 there were 20 single family Santa Clara homes sold ranging in price from $399,000 to $1,155,000.
In Feb of 2013 there were 19 Santa Clara Town Homes/Condos sold ranging in price from $265,000 to $833,000

These numbers are still low, and even lower than last week. I was hoping they will be doubled by the end of February and triple by the end of March but as of now that seems unlikely. I still expect an increase in inventory, but possibly not till late spring or early summer till we see a significant difference.

If you would like to search for homes for sale please feel free to visit my website for a custom search.

http://marcymoyer.com/OnlineSearchRequest2?operation=choose_mls&timestamp=1359953266454

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Santa Clara please feel free to contact me.
Marcy Moyer
Keller Williams Realty
www.marcymoyer.com
marcy@marcymoyer.com
D.R.E. 01191194
650-619-928

Mountain View Ca Real Estate Market Report 3/24/2013

There are currently 17 single family Mountain View homes for sale, up from 13 last week.
There are currently 5 Mountain View town homes/condos for sale, down from 8 last week.
There are currently 26 pending sales of Mountain View single family homes, the same as last week.
There are currently 35 pending sales of Mountain View Town homes/Condos, up from 34 last week.
As of Feb 24, 2013 there were 23 single family Mountain View homes sold ranging in price from $685,000 to $2,165,000.
As of Feb 24, 2013 of 2013 there were 32 Mountain View Town Homes/Condos sold ranging in price from $250,000 to $1,075,000.

These numbers are still low, with more single family homes and fewer condos for sale than last week. I still expect an increase in inventory, but possibly not til late spring or early summer til we see a significant difference.
If you would like to search for homes for sale please feel free to visit my website for a custom search.

http://marcymoyer.com/OnlineSearchRequest2?operation=choose_mls&timestamp=1359953266454

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Mountain View please feel free to contact me.

Marcy Moyer
Keller Williams Realty
www.marcymoyer.com
marcy@marcymoyer.com
D.R.E. 01191194
650-619-9285

Palo Alto Real Estate Market 3/24/2013

As a Palo Alto Real Estate Agent I am always being asked, "How's the market in Palo Alto?" The answer is simple:

Not enough inventory, plenty of buyers.


There are currently 24 single family Palo Alto homes for sale down from 26 last week.
There are currently 5 Palo Alto town homes/condos for sale, the same as last week.
There are currently 35 pending sales of Palo Alto single family homes, up from 32 last week.
There are currently 8 pending sales of Palo Alto Town homes/Condos, down from 11 last week.
In Feb of 2013 there were 14 single family Palo Alto homes sold ranging in price from $1,670,000 to $3,100,000.
In Feb of 2013 there were 4 Palo Alto Town Homes/Condos sold ranging in price from $900,000 to $1,706,000. the trend, few sales, higher prices since Jan.

These numbers are still low, and not any better numbers of single family homes for sale than last week. Let's hope this trend goes up. I still expect an increase in inventory, but possibly not til late spring or early summer till we see a significant difference.

If you would like to search for homes for sale please feel free to visit my website for a custom search.

http://marcymoyer.com/OnlineSearchRequest2?operation=choose_mls&timestamp=1359953266454

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Palo Alto please feel free to contact me.

Marcy Moyer
Keller Williams Realty
www.marcymoyer.com
marcy@marcymoyer.com
D.R.E. 01191194
650-619-9285

Menlo Park Ca Belle Haven Duplex For Sale Near Facebook

$650,000 , 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 0 half baths, 650,000 square feet

Marcy Moyer | Keller Williams Realty | (650) 619-9285 1119 Del Norte Ave, Menlo Park, CA Upgraded Belle Haven neighborhood Duplex near Facebook. Front init 1/1 plus both garages used at bedrooms. Back is 2/1 3BR/2BA Multi-Family, 2 units   offered at $650,000 Year Built 1951 Sq Footage 1,961 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking Unspecified Lot Size 5,600 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Nice Belle Haven duplex near Facebook. Features include newer roof, double pane windows, tiled floors, newer kitchen and baths, newer paint. Same tenants in place since 2009.   Menlo Park see additional photos below
PROPERTY FEATURES - Dining room - Living room - Stove/Oven - Lawn - On-street parking   OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES - Upgraded Duplex
ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Front Garages Living Room Living Room Dining Room Kitchen Kitchen Bedroom Bedroom Closet Sliding door to back Bathroom Backyard
Contact info: Marcy Moyer Keller Williams Realty (650) 619-9285 For sale by agent/broker

Posted: Mar 20, 2013, 12:34pm PDT

Santa Clara Ca Real Estate Market Update 3/18/2013

As a Santa Clara Real Estate Agent I am always being asked, "How's the market in Santa Clara?" The answer is simple:

Not enough inventory, plenty of buyers.

There are currently 31 single family Santa Clara homes for sale, up from 27 last week.
There are currently 11 Santa Clara town homes/condos for sale, down from 12 last week.
There are currently 44 pending sales of Santa Clara single family homes, down from 46 last week.
There are currently 39 pending sales of Santa Clara town homes/Condos, down from 43 last week.

In Feb. of 2013 there were 20 single family Santa Clara homes sold ranging in price from $399,000 to $1,155,000.
In Feb of 2013 there were 19 Santa Clara Town Homes/Condos sold ranging in price from $265,000 to $833,000

These numbers are still low, but a little better than last week. I was hoping they will be doubled by the end of February and triple by the end of March but as of now that seems unlikely. I still expect an increase in inventory, but possibly not till late spring or early summer till we see a significant difference.

If you would like to search for homes for sale please feel free to visit my website for a custom search.
http://marcymoyer.com/OnlineSearchRequest2?operation=choose_mls&timestamp=1359953266454

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Santa Clara please feel free to contact me.

Marcy Moyer
Keller Williams Realty
www.marcymoyer.com
marcy@marcymoyer.com
D.R.E. 01191194
650-619-9285

Mountain View Ca Real Estate Market Update 3/18/2013

As a Mountain View Real Estate Agent I am always being asked, "How's the market in Mountain View?" The answer is simple:

Not enough inventory, plenty of buyers.

There are currently 13 single family Mountain View homes for sale, down from 14 last week.
There are currently 10 Mountain View town homes/condos for sale, down from 14 last week.
There are currently 26 pending sales of Mountain View single family homes, up from 23 last week.
There are currently 34 pending sales of Mountain View Town homes/Condos, up from 31 last week.

As of Feb 24, 2013 there were 23 single family Mountain View homes sold ranging in price from $685,000 to $2,165,000.

As of Feb 24, 2013 of 2013 there were 33 Mountain View Town Homes/Condos sold ranging in price from $250,000 to $1,075,000.

These numbers are still low, and a little worse than last week. I still expect an increase in inventory, but possibly not till late spring or early summer till we see a significant difference.

If you would like to search for homes for sale please feel free to visit my website for a custom search.
http://marcymoyer.com/OnlineSearchRequest2?operation=choose_mls&timestamp=1359953266454

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Mountain View please feel free to contact me.

Marcy Moyer
Keller Williams Realty
www.marcymoyer.com
marcy@marcymoyer.com
D.R.E. 01191194
650-619-9285

Palo Alto Ca Real Estate Market Update 3/18/2013

As a Palo Alto Real Estate Agent I am always being asked, "How's the market in Palo Alto?" The answer is simple:

Not enough inventory, plenty of buyers.

There are currently 26 single family Palo Alto homes for sale up from 18 last week.
There are currently 5 Palo Alto town homes/condos for sale, down from 5 last week.
There are currently 32 pending sales of Palo Alto single family homes, up from 31 last week.
There are currently 11 pending sales of Palo Alto Town homes/Condos, the same as last week.

In Feb of 2013 there were 14 single family Palo Alto homes sold ranging in price from $1,670,000 to $3,100,000.

In Feb of 2013 there were 4 Palo Alto Town Homes/Condos sold ranging in price from $900,000 to $1,706,000. the trend, few sales, higher prices since Jan.

These numbers are still low, but better numbers of single family homes for sale than last week. Let's hope this trend continues. I still expect an increase in inventory, but possibly not till late spring or early summer till we see a significant difference.

If you would like to search for homes for sale please feel free to visit my website for a custom search.

http://marcymoyer.com/OnlineSearchRequest2?operation=choose_mls&timestamp=1359953266454

If you have any questions about buying or selling a home in Palo Alto please feel free to contact me.

Marcy Moyer
Keller Williams Realty
www.marcymoyer.com
marcy@marcymoyer.com
D.R.E. 01191194
650-619-9285

When Selling a Palo Alto Home Bring the Cleaners In Before You Close

Are you selling a home in Palo Alto? If so you may take a look at the market conditions and think, I don't have to be nice to the buyers, they should be grateful I am letting them buy my house. This would be a reasonable conclusion considering that so many homes have multiple offers and most buyers are paying 10-20%+ over list price with no contingencies. Seems like a Palo Alto seller's paradise right? Not so fast.

Yes, there are more buyers than sellers in Palo Alto right now. Yes, it seems like sellers are in total control; but we have been down this path before. Buyers will get caught up in the emotions of so much competition to get a home. They will make all kinds of offers that are fraught with risks for the buyer. Before escrow closes on the Palo Alto house you are selling the buyer may be grateful, but once they own the home things can change. 

Buyers of all homes can never know all of the things that are wrong, or that will go wrong. As long as the market is appreciating they may not be bothered by a water heater that leaks or a heater that makes noise. But if the home does not keep appreciating the good will may start to diminish. If you add to that a buyer who feels as if he/she was bullied by the seller there is a recipe for problems, ranging from annoying calls and messages to a law suit. 

There is no way to completely eliminate the possibility of being sued by a buyer, but there are some things you can do to minimize this unfortunate circumstance. There is the obvious one of disclosing everything. Don't hide material facts from buyers.

However, there are additional things you can do to make a buyer feel as if the transaction was a win for both sides. One of the easiest things you can do when selling your Palo Alto home is remove all personal property and trash from the home, and bring in a cleaner. Even if you had the Palo Alto home you are selling professionally cleaned when you put it on the market, do it again after you leave. When the buyer comes into a home that they have just paid hundreds of thousands of dollars more than they were expecting, and often more than the home will appraise for, don't you think they at least deserve to have a clean home when they move in? It may not seem like a big deal, but the feeling the buyer gets when they come into a clean empty home is priceless. 

Trust me, the buyer will feel so much better about a Palo Alto seller who leaves them with a clean, fresh smelling home with no trash, than a Palo Alto seller who leaves a dirty home with trash still in the garbage or even worse all over the house or garage.  So when you sell your Palo Alto home, take the outrageous price with no contingencies, but do something nice for the buyer. End the transaction with everyone feeling good and hopefully it will be the end, and not just the beginning a bad relationship.

If you have any questions about selling a home in Palo Alto please feel free to contact me.

Marcy Moyer

Keller Williams Realty Palo Alto

www.marcymoyer.com

marcy@marcymoyer.com

D.R.E. 01191194

650-619-9285