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 Sellers Tool Box
Selling Your Home
Phil Sharp Homes is the #1 online real estate presence catering to the soldiers and airmen and their families of Fort Lewis and McChord Air Force Base (Joint Base Lewis-McChord).
A decade into the 21st cetury, it is safe to say that EVERY service member starts their home search online. Our internet exposure guarantees that your home, featured on the home page of our websites, will be viewed by those looking to purchase a home in our area. Gain exposure to our largest group of local buyers...the members of the Armed Forces assigned to Fort Lewis and McChord AFB.
See a Sample Marketing Plan that WILL get your home SOLD! 
View this sample plan that will be customized with specific data and information that pertains to you, your house and your situation when your ready to sell. The plan offers specific information on Phil Sharp Homes experience, background and qualifications, along with the specifics of marketing your property for maximum exposure.
Don't settle for just any plan, get the plan that will get it sold.
Market Exposure, Phil's got it!
- Placement of home page of our highly targeted websites.
- Over 4000 visitors per month...these visits represent people looking specifically in your area, for your product.
- Listing syndication; expose your listing via our agent handshake agreement with hundreds of local real estate sites.
- Enhanced listing on Realtor.com; 1st page exposure within your area on the nation's #1 real estate website.
- Listings posted to numerous real estate blogs, and other online resource sites.
- Direct marketing to inbound location buyers.
- Unique listing web flyer; your listing on the first page of Google w/in 72 hours.
If you would like specific advice, whether you are considering selling your home now or in the future, please contact Phil at 360-970-9977.
If you are considering selling, our belief is that there are two critical components to getting your home sold. Price is the number 1 consideration, second is marketing and market exposure. If your home does not receive the widest possible exposure, you may be missing out on potential buyers/showings. For a plan to get your home sold, contact Phil at the number above, or by email
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Phil Sharp Homes Marketing Plan
Q: How can Phil Sharp HOmes make my home more appealing to buyers?
A: As part of our marketing plan, we bring numerous resources to the table. A local and national lender, demonstrating that financing is available. A home inspector to insure that your home is ready for the market, and we warranty your home the day it is listed allowing you to avoid any financial surprises. Additionally, the warranty placed on the home at the time of listing transfers to the buyer for one year of coverage after the sale.
Q: How does Phil Sharp Homes online marketing help sell my home?
A: When prospective buyers view your home online or in person, we expose them to materials that demonstrate our comprehensive buyer assistance plans, which Sheppard them thru the entire home buying process and beyond.
Testimonials:
"Thank you so much for all of your efforts in getting our home sold. It was a great experience, and we felt like you really had control at all times. You were right on with the price too:)" - Michelle Palmer
"My house was stalled on the market for six months during the worst of the economic downturn. I turned to Phil Sharp because he had an aggressive marketing plan, specific knowledge of my neighborhood and displayed great confidence and capability. We got the winning bid on my property, for a price that I could live with, within 12 DAYS of listing with Phil. I highly recommend Phil Sharp and will go to him in a heartbeat for any future real estate venture." - Mark Fowble
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Docs:
Checklist: 17 Providers You'll Need When You Sell
Checklist: To Do Before You Sell
Forms You'll Need to Sell Your Home
Home Selling Checklist - From HGTV Frontdoor
How Phil Sharp Homes Markets Your Home
Why Should I Choose Phil Sharp Homes to Selly My Home
Document Information
Checklist: 17 Service Providers You’ll Need When You Sell
□ Real estate attorney
□ Appraiser
□ Home inspector
□ Mortgage loan officer
□ Environmental specialist
□ Lead paint inspector
□ Radon inspector
□ Tax adviser
□ Sanitary systems expert
□ Occupancy permit inspector
□ Zoning inspector
□ Survey company
□ Flood plain inspector
□ Termite inspector
□ Title company
□ Insurance consultant
□ Moving company
To Do Before You Sell:
Systems Check
Replace heating and air conditioning filters.
Check all wood surfaces for weathering and paint deterioration.
Check all decks, patios, porches, stairs and railings for loose parts.
Check roof for loose or missing shingles, check ceiling and attic for water penetration.
Clean areas around indoor and outdoor heating/cooling equipment.
Inspect all faucets for corrosion or hard water deposits that slow water flow.
Have slow running drains cleaned.
Make sure all sinks and bathtubs stoppers hold water.
Learn location of electrical service panels and label each circuit.
Have air conditioning condensation lines cleaned.
Get Rid of Pests
Ask a reputable pest control service company to inspect your home for pests and treat if necessary. The sight of just one pest can dramatically affect the way a prospective buyer views your home.
Seal cracks and holes in the exterior of the home to prevent ants and other pests from entering.
Remove debris from around your home that might harbor pests.
Don’t leave food or dirty dishes out in the open – yours or your pet’s – to attract pests.
Make it Sparkle
Clean upholstery and polish wood surfaces. Clean, neat, well-kept rooms make a good impression and show your home in favorable light.
Clean carpets and remove spots.
Clean walls and wax woodwork.
Clean, wax and polish all hard surface floors.
Clean windows inside and out – glass, frames and ledges.
Clean draperies and open to maximize natural light.
Clean bathrooms thoroughly – floors, walls, fixtures and tiles.
Clean kitchen ceiling, cabinets, appliances and fixtures; was and polish kitchen floor.
Clean attic, garage and other storage areas.
Clean closets and hang clothes neatly. Store shoes, luggage and other articles neatly.
Clean your swimming pool until is sparkles.
Smooth Running
Use vinegar to clean mineral deposits off the heating element of your dishwasher.
Clean oven, stove top and microwave.
Clean your disposal by pushing a full tray of ice cubes through it while running cold water. Follow with a lemon for a fresh scent.
Check your water heater and drain pan for leaks or corrosion.
Check heating/air conditioning filters every month.
Clean the dryer lint screen after each load of clothes has been dried and the unit is empty.
Increase Curb Appeal
Mow and edge your lawn regularly.
Prune and trim trees and shrubs.
Rake leaves and pick up fallen limbs.
Replace dead or diseased plants and shrubs.
Cover beds and gardens with 1-4 inches of mulch to conserve moisture, reduce weed growth and maintain uniform temperature.
Clean out flower beds and plant seasonal flowers to enhance the beauty of your yard.
Re-paint or re-stain lawn furniture.
Repair and re-paint fences, decks and screen doors.
Discard old or broken lawn furniture, decks and screen doors.
Sweep walkways, patio, decks, steps and porches.
Water your lawn, trees and shrubs regularly and consider fertilization.
Appearance
Use 75-watt light bulbs to brighten rooms.
Arrange furniture to make rooms appear larger and provide maximum walk space.
Restore or repair damaged furniture or upholstery.
Repair or refinish damaged doors, moldings and paneling.
Remove ashes and soot from fireplace, clean smoke marks.
Reface or paint kitchen and bath cabinets at a fraction of the cost of new cabinets.
Polish and buff wood furniture to eliminate surface scratches and enhance the look of the room.
Sell or store extra furniture so that the house looks open and spacious.
Deodorize the entire house to remove unpleasant odors, such as mildew, smoke and cooking smells.
Forms You’ll Need to Sell Your Home
1. Property disclosure form. This form requires you to reveal all known defects to your property. Check with your state government to see if there is a special form required in your state.
2. Purchasers access to premises agreement. This agreement sets conditions for permitting the buyer to enter your home for activities such as measuring for draperies before you move.
3. Sales contract. The agreement between you and the seller on terms and conditions of sale. Again, check with your state real estate department to see if there is a required form.
4. Sales contract contingency clauses. In addition to the contract, you may need to add one or more attachments to the contract to address special contingencies — such as the buyer’s need to sell a home before purchasing yours.
5. Pre- and post-occupancy agreements. Unless you’re planning on moving out and the buyer moving in on the day of closing, you’ll need an agreement on the terms and costs of occupancy once the sale closes.
6. Lead-based paint disclosure pamphlet. If your home was built before 1978, you must provide the pamphlet to all sellers. You must also have buyers sign a statement indicating they received the pamphlet.
How Phil Sharp Markets Your Home
When you buy a car the dealers have in-house financing options available for your purchase. This makes it convenient and assures your purchase will go through in a timely manner. You trust the dealer you have chosen to work with has identified the best financing options for you.
Why not do the same when selling a home? Every home I list is marketed with a financing plan in place. As part of my marketing plan for your home I team up with a local lender that has been a pillar of the local business community for the past 20 years. We prepare loan data and promote incentives for potential buyers that will make them more confident about purchasing your home. When a prospective buyer views your home online or in person, they will be exposed to materials explaining that we will help them obtain financing, along with rate and payment information that demonstrates just how affordable your home is. Many buyers, especially first time buyers, are intimidated by what seems to be the daunting task of obtaining financing. We provide them with the knowledge and information to remove the fear of rejection and show buyers they can get financing. We are prepared to make transactions happen for the buyer and help you sell your home.
If you would like additional mortgage information or would like information about other aspects of the real estate market please call or email. I look for ward to hearing from you.
Regards,
Phil
Why should I choose Phil Sharp Homes to sell my home?
In spite of the inevitable emotional attachments that we all develop to our homes, selling a home must be approached as a business transaction. We make our business selling homes, and we do it in accordance with a clear business plan. As you interview prospective agents, you should recognize that after price, the agent that will get your home the widest and best exposure to the marketplace is the agent you want. You need a Plan!
At Phil Sharp Homes, we have a comprehensive business model for listing, marketing and selling real estate. I take this “model” or “template” and customize it to your needs and requirements. The key components of the plan are really common sense, but most agents just don’t get it, or simply are not able.
We all know someone who is in the real estate business, or who has been. Being friendly with someone, related, or neighbors should not be your sole reason for listing with someone. You should only list with someone that you have total confidence in…and make them show you the plan. Hire someone who can demonstrate a solid ability to list, market, and close the sale of your home.
Give me a call or email if you would like a plan to get your home sold. In this difficult market, you need Phil Sharp Homes to cover all the bases.
Regards,
Phil
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