Sold in a Minute

No Green Lake this weekend after all, the home went pending yesterday, meaning – it most likely found a wonderful new owner after being on the market for over 40 days. That’s over a month you guys! The common misconception seems to be that everything, I mean everything sells in less than five days for over the list price, with a multiple offers and escalation clauses. Well, many do, but certainly not all. This is where some sellers get a little bit surprised, disappointed even, as they might be expecting everything I just mentioned. What if it does not happen? What if your home doesn’t sell in a blink of an eye. What if there aren’t multiple offers and a price climbing through the roof.

Top floor loft located in heart of Lego City with tons of old world charm.
Rooftop garden and swimming pool use included.
HOA dues cover maintaining of common areas, heat, water, sewer and pool.
No rental cap!

I can hear the next question in the air, what was wrong with the home? And my answer is – nothing. Nothing was wrong with the home. It is a good solid home that needs some work as it has been built nearly 100 years ago and has yet to be brought up to date. In perfectly livable condition too. It wasn’t located overlooking or underneath I-5, or with neighboring front yards that would make you turn away instantly. No, nice well maintained front yards and a quiet street. Awesome schools too. So, why over a month? Two things. The home did need updating and it also required some vision to be able to see what it could become. Most people want to be able to move in and just start living. Most do not want a project, the want convenience with busy lives.

You'll fall in love with this modern cottage style home.
Beautifully maintained garden and sought for upper level balcony.
1 bedroom, no baths, EV charging station on the side of the house.
Easy access to freeway. Roof will be fixed by seller.

As buyers get anxiety looking at the market, the sellers are getting a bit spoiled. Looking back a few years over a month on the market was nothing, and now people look at is as an eternity. It didn’t use to be uncommon to have a listing agreement for 6 months, or even a year, but we have forgotten about those times and we live in this boom where supposedly everything sells, just like that. It’s all about us, realtors, setting the right expectations for our clients. What is the reality for your home? Will it be sold on Tuesday if we list it today, or might it take a few weeks to find the right buyer.

Beautiful contemporary waterfront home filled with natural sunlight.
Located on a beach not too far from the airport.
Perfect for a frequent traveler or aviation enthusiast.
Seller agrees to remove headless people prior to closing. Must see!

It’s Friday morning, and instead of driving to the office and printing – no, I’m lying, sorry! – having Lindsey or Claire print me fliers as my technical savviness does not include large copy machines and tabloid sized paper, I will pack my crew into the car and head to the beach in the afternoon, after doing my usual morning stuff, you know, emails and such. It’s a perfect day for beach!