My Smithfield Home Appraised Low. Do I Have to Lower the Price?
Short answer: No. A low appraisal does not automatically mean you have to lower the price.But it can create a financing problem for the buyer,…
Category: Selling a Home
Should I Sell My Smithfield Home Before Buying My Next One?
Short answer: If you need the money from your current home to buy the next one, selling first is usually the safer route.If you can…
Should I Get A Home Inspection Before Listing My Smithfield Home?
Short answer: Sometimes a pre-listing home inspection is a smart move. But I don’t believe every seller needs one.An inspection can help you find problems…
We’re Getting Showings on Our Smithfield Home but No Offers. What Does That Mean?
Short answer: If buyers are coming through your home but nobody is making an offer, that usually means the house is getting attention but something…
Should I Agree to Pay a Buyer’s Closing Costs When Selling My Smithfield Home?
Short answer: Maybe.I wouldn’t reject a good offer just because the buyer asked you to help with closing costs.And I wouldn’t automatically agree to pay…
Should I Have My Septic System Inspected Before Selling My Isle of Wight Home
Short answer: Maybe — but I wouldn’t automatically order a septic inspection just because you’re thinking about selling.If you know the system is older, you’ve…
Should I make repairs to my Smithfield home or sell it as-is?
Short answer: You probably don’t need to fix everything before selling your home.Some repairs can absolutely help you sell faster or protect your price. Others…
My Smithfield Home Has Been on the Market 60 Days. Should I Lower the Price?
Short answer: probably — but not simply because you hit 60 days.If your Smithfield home has been on the market for 60 days and you…