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How Long Does it Take to Sell a Home Using a Short Sale in Western MA?

Short sale in Westfield, MA 01085There is a saying in real estate that the only thing that is SHORT about a short sale is the money.

My most recent closing is living proof that there is nothing short (or easy) about a short sale in Western MA, but it can be done if you have tenacity and perseverance!

This story is about a home in Westfield, MA.  The couple that owned the home was divorcing and needed to sell.  We put this very  nice home on the market February 11, 2013.  Before March ended, we had a lovely young couple ready to buy the home.

We closed the home yesterday.

Yes, it took almost one entire year to complete this short sale.

I am not going to lie….this was my longest one, yet, and it would never have happened if the buyers and their agent weren’t so patient and flexible.

Watch this video and remember, if you need a real estate agent in Western MA that is tenacious and will persevere on your behalf, no matter what…..call me, Lesley Lambert, Western MA REALTOR with Park Square Realty.  I swear I don’t know how to give up on a sale.

Are Westfield, MA real estate values on the rise?

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YES!

Westfield, MA 01085 median home values are UP 11.8% in the past year!

The most homes sold in Westfield, MA were in the $240,000 and up price point (54 homes sold).  Homeowners in Westfield, MA should be interested in knowing that our market is on the rise!

Are you curious about Westfield, MA homes for sale?  CLICK HERE to search for homes for sale in Westfield, MA 01085.

This market report will show you the real estate changes over the past year as well as demographic and statistical information for the city of Westfield, MA 01085.

If you have questions about Westfield, MA real estate, I would love to help you.  Feel free to reach out anytime:

Lesley Lambert, Westfield REALTOR with Park Square Realty 413-575-3611

Are you curious about Westfield, MA homes for sale? CLICK HERE to search for homes for sale in Westfield, MA 01085.

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What price range had the most home sales in Southwick, MA 01077?

Southwick, Massachusetts
Southwick, Massachusetts (Photo credit: Dougtone)

Do you wonder what price range had the most homes sold in Southwick, MA 01077?

Did you know that the most homes sold in Southwick, MA were under $160,000 (24 homes)?  The second highest number of sales were over $300,000 (17 homes).

You can discover more information on the real estate market in Southwick, MA 01077 in this real estate report for Southwick, MA:

If you are considering making a real estate move in Southwick, MA 01077 I would be happy to give you all the assistance and information you need.

Lesley Lambert, Southwick REALTOR with Park Square Realty.

You can search for homes for sale in Southwick here:

Do you want to be kept up to date on the real estate market in Southwick, MA 01077? I will notify you when a new report is ready:

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What is the ONE thing you MUST have in your next home?

I asked on Facebook:

What one thing do you consider a must have in a home?

Here were the answers:

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Give me your answer in the comments below…I am interested to see what features people find important.

If you are ready to find a new home with that must have feature, get in touch with me:

Lesley Lambert, Western MA REALTOR with Park Square Realty 413-575-3611

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The Top Three Mistakes Homeowners Make When Trying to Sell Their Home…in Western MA and beyond!

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If your Western MA home  is currently on the market or you are considering selling your home in Western MA then you may want to know about the biggest home seller mistakes.

Data provided by ActiveRain.com.

#1- Overpricing their home
This is the all time worst thing you can do in the marketing of your home. Home prices should be dictated by recent comparable sales, not pipedreams. You must be realistic or else you will not accomplish your goal of making a move. Home buyers are very well educated on fair market value and if a home is priced beyond the point of reason, they will reject it without even viewing it. Find a reputable Western MA REALTOR that will work hard on researching current home values and work in conjunction with that real estate agent to properly price your Western MA home.

#2- Showing availablity
Selling your home is not about your convenience, it is about the buyer’s availability and schedule. When I am showing homes to buyers, often we are viewing a series of 8 or more homes and have a limited schedule. If you can’t accomodate the buyer’s time constraints, it is likely that the buyer will never view your home and will buy one of the others. Be prepared to find a way to let buyers see your home when they request to see it.

#3- Cluttered space
Staging your Western MA home is a major factor in getting a buyer to submit an offer. When a buyer tours the house they want to be able to assess the space and the structure of the home, not your personal items. Think of your home as a retail space and dress it out like a Pottery Barn or Crate and Barrel and you will come out on top.

#4- Unpleasant odors

#5- Seller being unwilling to negotiate

#6- Seller being unwilling to make repairs

If you are considering selling your Western MA home and want some advice on staging, proper pricing or any other real estate question, please call or text anytime:

Lesley Lambert, Western MA REALTOR with Park Square Realty 413-575-3611

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