Robertson County Real Estate Market Update for 2013

Robertson County Real Estate Market Update for 2013

The numbers are in for 2013 which proved to be the best year for number of homes sold since 2007! 

So how did the numbers compare to 2012?

Single family home sales were UP over 14%

Average sales prices were UP roughly 9.5%

Average days on market DOWN over 7%

Median sales prices were UP over 7.5%

Median days on market DOWN over 10%

Single family home sales over the last 10 years.

2004 - 990

2005 - 1156
2006 - 1234
2007 - 1128
2008 - 751
2009 - 659
2010 - 688
2011 - 641
2012 - 780
2013 - 890

What does this mean for you?
If you are a home owner that is thinking of selling, there hash't been a better time to sell since 2007.
If you are a buyer, there are more homes on the market, however there is more competition from potential buyers and prices are up. If you are waiting around for a home you like to reduced their price, you may just miss out.

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Numbers used were pulled from the Middle TN Regional MLS (Realtracs)

Robertson County Real Estate Market Update for November 2013

Robertson County Real Estate Market Update for November 2013

The real estate market in Robertson County continues to be the best since the market shift that started in 2008. With December sales still to be added to the total number of homes sold in 2013, the year has already shown more homes sold in eleven months than each of the last five years. Yes, you read that right, 2013 has been the best year for real estate in Robertson County since 2007.

Here are the numbers for single family home sales.

(Compared to the same 11 months of 2012)

Sales UP 16%    

Average Sales Price UP 10.5%

Average Days on Market DOWN 5%

November 2013 vs November 2012

Sales UP 16%

Average Sales Prices UP nearly 9%

Average Days on Market DOWN 10%

November 2013 vs October 2013

Sales UP 10%

Average Sales Price UP 4.5%

Average Days on Market DOWN 32% !!!!!

Have you thought about Buying, Selling or Investing in real estate? 

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ASAP Pricing Strategy to Sell Your Home in Robertson County, Tennessee

Rushing to sell your home is never desirable — but circumstances sometimes require it. To sell your home in Robertson County quickly, the most important factor is finding the right price. Too high a price will dampen buyer interest — but of course you don’t want to set the price too low, either. Here’s one way to find the right price:

First, complete all repairs. They’ll have to be addressed at some point, so getting them out of the way first clears the deck for your sale. To sell your home quickly, you want to feature it in the best possible light…meaning that all of the little (as well as major) repairs have to disappear from the picture. A few hours or days of hard work can have a disproportionate impact on the ultimate selling price. 

Next, familiarize yourself with Robertson County competitors. Scour the listings for homes in your area. Get a feel for the way homes in the neighborhood are being listed, and which features look to be adding the most value.

At this point it will be possible to set the value. There are differing approaches to setting the price for a home, but they share a few things in common. Each generally takes into account average prices paid in recent comparable Robertson County sales.  To sell your home speedily, consider setting your price three to five percent below that formulation. While this may seem unnecessarily low, the idea is to encourage immediate interest from multiple buyers, setting up the potential for competing offers. One thing is nearly certain: a lower-than-average price will get more buyers through your door!

Planning to sell your home in Robertson County this fall? 

Contact me today to learn more about building a sales attack designed to get results!

Andy Knifley, Realtor®

615.308.4022

888.928.8500

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Robertson County MLS Listings Plus Your Agent Make a Dynamite Combo!

Believe it or not, it takes home-seekers an average of 12 weeks to find a home. To shorten that time, there is nothing more useful than the Internet’s Multiple Listing Service. When you are working with a buyer’s agent, the lion’s share of the work will be done for you — but when you participate in the online search, too, it makes a dynamite combination!

Starting out with a clear idea of the features you think of as “must-have’s” will save the most time and effort. This doesn’t mean every feature you would ever consider a plus; these should be the items that you must have. Your deal-breakers.

Use these to pare down the MLS listings you examine more thoroughly. Chances are you’re going to find many homes that match your broader requirements, so narrowing the field will let you channel your time toward the best potential candidates.

MLS listings are available either by city or by region. If you’re open to examining a wider area, you’ll find a greater number of properties within your price range that list your key features. If you can’t find regional MLS listings in Robertson County of interest, your agent will help expand your search. Sometimes this broadening of horizons uncovers the ideal property.

The MLS listings in Robertson County are updated on a regular basis, so staying on top of the market involves revisiting the listings every few days. In case that sounds overly labor-intensive, your agent can sign you up to receive auto-alerts via email whenever a new qualified MLS listing comes online. It’s also a fact that not all real estate firms keep every one of their MLS listings absolutely current, so calling your agent as soon as you see something you like will keep you ahead of the crowd.

The MLS listings in Robertson County offer a one-stop destination for identifying numerous candidate properties — as well as the ability to efficiently filter the results you find. If you’re in the market for a new home, using the MLS listings in Robertson County will be a welcome aid. 

Who Your Agent Is Really Does Matter!

Call me today to help organize a comprehensive search effort!

Andy Knifley, Realtor®

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Worthwhile Tips for Robertson County, TN First-Time Homebuyers

The price tag that goes with buying a home is hefty enough to give anyone pause. After the fact, anyone – perhaps especially first-time homebuyers in Robertson County, Tennessee — can come away wondering if they could have nailed down a better deal. Preventing any such nagging doubt is easy to do: it just takes a little forethought and preparation. Here are a few tips to bear in mind when buying a home.

After you have submitted an offer, be mentally prepared to respond in case a counteroffer follows. Along with the improvement in Robertson County market, we’ve seen a rise in sellers’ confidence levels, so it’s best to be ready for some negotiating. Try not to let your emotions intrude — but always know the maximum amount that you are willing and able to spend. 

Major athletes have bargaining agents to go to bat for them. Your real estate agent is your bargaining agent whose very presence strengthens your position. Some of the legalities in real estate can seem ambiguous though they actually aren’t, so allowing a professional to do most of the talking is good practice. An inadvertent comment or slight change in the agreement between you and the seller could result in problems securing a mortgage from your lender. Real estate agents are trained to help you through the process of buying a home as smoothly as possible. Especially if you’re a first-time homebuyer in Robertson County, use your agent to the fullest advantage.

Being armed with knowledge can save you thousands. The best way first-time homebuyers can see if an offer is competitive is by scouting the most recent prices paid for comparable properties. The second part of being prepared is to be sure that a proper appraisal is conducted. Smaller details are easy to brush off in the excitement of buying your first home — but having done all your homework beforehand is the way to make first-time homebuyers know they’ve struck a great bargain.

Whether you’re a seasoned seller or one of those first-time homebuyers in Robertson County,  I’m here to help make sure you stay on top of your game. Call me!

Andy Knifley, REALTOR®

615.308.4022

888.928.8500

Robertson County Real Estate Market Update for September 2013

Robertson County Real Estate 

Market Update for September 2013

September numbers are in and the local market continues to make progress. 

Here are the numbers through September compared to the first nine months of 2012:

Sales are UP nearly 12%

Prices are UP over 13% (average sales price of just under $159,000)

Days on the Market are Down over 6% (89 days)

The market average of list price to sales price is currently 96%. This means that on average a home is selling for 96% of it's current list price. 

That's average. Why use an average agent? Our home owners are getting and average of 98%. What would another 2% mean to you?

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Who Really Needs a Local Robertson County Buyer's Agent?

Now that online listings provide potential homebuyers with instant access to the homes for sale in Robertson County, Tennessee, there’s little reason to enlist the services of a buyer’s agent, right? 

Well, the short answer to that proposition is…wrong!

 In case you tended to agree with that opening statement, it’s based on the notion that most of what a buyer’s agent does is to find your new home. Yet for veteran homeowners and first-time homebuyers alike, a buyer's agent’s services reach far beyond just the initial search. Even so, taking that task on by yourself requires a great deal of diligence (and more time than most of us can spare). A  buyer’s agent in Robertson County removes that burden by keeping a daily lookout for appropriate new listings as they come online, weeding out the homes that fall short of matching up with your requirements, and setting up appointments to view the properties that show promise. 

A local Robertson County buyer’s agent has first-hand knowledge of area neighborhoods and the individual properties. That extra insight allows the agent to point out homes that you might not have picked from its listing alone — homes that may be perfect for you in the long run.

The seller's agent works for the seller, not you. When you team up with your own buyer’s agent, you have someone in your corner who can offer you sound advice and represent only you throughout the entire process.

If you're a first time homebuyer, there’s an extra incentive. Inevitably, you're going to have a lot of questions — and you'll benefit from the extra guidance you get on your first time through the home purchasing process. Help will come not only by identifying the right home, but also identifying a suitable home inspector, interpreting the resulting inspection report, and dealing with the voluminous paperwork that comes afterward.  

While there is no requirement to engage a buyer’s agent in Robertson County, given the size of the investment you are going to be making, having someone in your corner makes good sense. 

Ready to buy this fall? 

Good — because I’m ready to go to work for you!

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The AndySoldIt™ Team at Keller Williams® Realty

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Listing with Personality: Good - Listing with YOUR Personality: Bad!

Top Listing Priority: Eliminate Personal Features

So — you’ve decided now is the time to list your house in Robertson County. Put it up for sale, see what happens… 

Maybe they never really were here, but one thing’s for sure: the days of simply planting a sign in the front yard and snapping a nice shot for a Robertson County real estate listing…those days are gone!

So what comes next? 

Depersonalize! 

First step: pack away those omnipresent family photos. Potential buyers would probably actually be interested in seeing your family snapshots, but they are distractions: you need them to be able to see themselves living in this lovely home, something they’d have a hard time doing if the walls are spoken for by such a delightful bunch of kids and parents and pets. It may be a little bit emotional when you’re taking them down, but keep in mind that listing your home to sell for top dollar will mean that it’s only temporary: soon they’ll go right back up in your new digs. 

Next step is to clear out anything that bears a resemblance to clutter. Figurines, refrigerator magnets — any items, no matter how small, that accentuate informal personality or personal décor preferences should be packed off to storage. Your listing goal is to let the buyer see the house and its features stripped of the personal paraphernalia.  

Overall, if either larger maintenance or decorating projects will be advisable, make balanced choices that will keep the house as neutral as you can without interfering with its basic design appeal. That kind of depersonalizing is done by selecting paints, draperies, and bedding that are neutral in shade and tone. Less color may seem boring to you, but potential buyers will just see a clean slate – which is exactly how your property is most likely to attract a ready buyer.

The result: the interior shots in your Robertson County real estate listing will show a home that is primed and ready for its new occupants. And that is only part of the marketing plan I will put together for you to get your home S-O-L-D this fall! 

Call me today to schedule a no-obligation in-home consultation. 

Andy Knifley, REALTOR®

The AndySoldIt™ Team at Keller Williams® Realty

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Robertson County, Tennessee Real Estate Values: No Kidding Around!

Whenever you hear that a neighbor’s house is on the market, the same question flashes through nearly every homeowner's mind: how much are they asking?

That's because of the nature of residential markets: our own homes' real estate values (in fact, all Robertson County real estate values) are connected with one another, and that asking price is an estimate of the current state of affairs. It has to be reasonable in order to attract the attention of serious buyers —  but if it’s too reasonable, on closing day the seller will walk away with a lighter bank account than necessary. 

 Real estate values in Robertson County are determined in large part by what other similar homes have recently sold for. These comparable sales show what a real world bank was willing to lend, and how many dollars a real life buyer was willing to pay. “Comps” are to real estate values what the Dow Jones is to securities: a trustworthy reality check, no kidding around.

How 'comparable' a comp is depends on a number of factors to be taken into account: 

• The structure

• Condition

• Amenities

• Location

• Neighborhood

The structure of a comp sale will have similar square footage, number of bedrooms, etc. Its condition is a value judgment best made by professional appraisers. Amenities can include everything from upgrades in a development to added features like central air conditioning or a Jacuzzi. And location means a great deal  — as does the similar but more precise neighborhood (are the neighbors taking care of their yards? Are the schools first-rate?).

Ultimately, when determining real estate values for homes in Robertson County, appraisers take into account much more than just the house itself. That’s why when you set out to find a home for your family it’s important to look beyond the physical facets of the house alone: should you later decide to sell it, the whole host of factors will come into play. Whether you are buying or selling a home in Robertson County this fall, contact me today for a pricing evaluation.  

Andy Knifley, REALTOR®

615.308.4022   888.928.8500

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Selling Your House Using Fall Staging Tips

Staging to Make Selling Your Robertson County, Tennesssee House a Speedy Affair

In today’s competitive residential market, success can sometimes come down to presentation: how well a home is staged. Something like 94% of homes that are well staged sell in just 29 days on average (this compared with the 145 days Stagedhomes.com found it took to sell an unstaged home). If you are selling your house in Robertson County this fall and are aiming at a quicker sale, some simple DIY staging tips could help make the difference.

If you will be selling your house in Robertson County soon, you can think of the fall weather as a boon. Robertson County buyers will be receptive to that are warm, comfortable and inviting. Use these cues to help you decide on your color scheme. Choosing warm neutrals that make the space feel “homey” is many a pro’s choice.

Another great idea for fall home showings is to make some autumn goodies the morning of the showing. Scents like warm cookies, pumpkin pie and other evocative treats are just the thing to make buyers feel welcome and at home.

Selling your house needn’t break your piggybank when it comes to staging, but you should be willing to spend at least a little. Get your cues from watching design shows or by reading through fall seasonal features in magazines. Little touches like furniture covers and small décor pieces may not cost a mint, but the effect can help you recoup more than the investment.

Bear in mind the main strategy in staging is to help potential buyers feel at home in an environment that isn’t familiar. Selling your house can depend on their being able to walk in and immediately start imagining their belongings in your space. This is the ‘blank canvas’ effect. It means taking down family photos, storing knick-knacks and non-essential clutter. You’ll be doubly pleased when your home sells quickly and you’ve already gotten a head start on the move!

These and other simple home staging tips will prepare you for selling your house in Robertson County more quickly — not to mention more profitably — this fall! 

Call me anytime this month for a no-obligation in-home market consultation.  

Andy Knifley, REALTOR®

The AndySoldIt™ Team at Keller Williams® Realty

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Robertson County Real Estate Market Update for August 2013

Robertson County Real Estate Market Update for August 2013

As of the end of August the local real estate market continues to outpace 2012.

Year to date:
Sales are UP 17%
Prices are UP over 14%
Average Days on Market are Down 9%
Median Prices are UP over 9%

August 2013 versus August 2012:
Sales were UP 23%
Prices were UP over 23%
Days on Market were Down 11%
Median Prices were UP over 17%

At the current number of 2013 sales, averaged out for the year, Robertson County is on pace to have a potential 15% increase in sales this year making it the best year for sales since 2007 by far.

If you are thinking of Buying a home or Selling a home, why wait?

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