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10 STEPS TO GETTING IT SOLD!

October 15, 2019 By Meredith Styer

Staging
The process can seem daunting, but rest assured that getting organized and working with the right agent will make all the difference in the world!

1. FIND AN AGENT
Most sellers call an agent when they think they are ready to sell, and truth-be-told, you should contact an agent months before you are considering listing your home. The right agent will be an excellent resource as you prep and stage your home to sell and will be able to give you direction on must-do repairs verses nice-to-do staging tips. Our goal at Styer Real Estate is to save you time and money before you even try to sell! You work very closely with your REALTOR, and we all know communication is the key to a great relationship, so make sure your agent is someone that not only knows your market but is someone you like to talk to!

2. PROPERLY PRICE YOUR HOME
A seller’s greatest mistake is often overpricing the home. Many factors go into the valuation of a property, including the market volatility, quality of construction, cosmetic upgrades, lot size, location, etc… Things that you may see as valuable may have no true monetary value according to an appraiser. Keep your price in line with recently sold homes that have a similar condition and style to your own. A Styer Real Estate agent can provide a free comparative market analysis report that is similar to an appraisal that will help to identify current market value. This is a crucial time to lean on the local expertise of your REALTOR.

3. STAGING YOUR HOME
There is so much more to think about than just painting and organizing! You must determine how much energy, time and resources you want to invest in the sale of the home, and allow your agent to help you prioritize your efforts. How much you want to do will ultimately be a determining factor in the pricing of your home and how quickly it will sell, so it is important to discuss all available options. Click here for a comprehensive guide to prepping and staging your home. Styer Real Estate agents can offer professional stagers that can assist you in using your own furniture and decor to maximize impact. Remember, you only get one chance — and sometimes only 3 seconds or so — to make a great first impression, so make it count!

4. SHOULD I DO PRE-INSPECTIONS?
The question really should be, “do I like surprises”. Hiring professional inspectors for pre-listing home, septic, pest, and stucco inspections can serve many purposes but is certainly not required. Often times it can eliminate uncertainty down the line and can save both you and the buyer money. Your Styer Real Estate agent can suggest which pre-inspections might be right for your property and situation.

5. MARKETING YOUR HOME
Once your home is prepped and ready it is time to get it out to the masses. At Styer Real Estate we pride ourselves on our ability to individually market your home and help buyers see the unique and special qualities that make your home one of a kind. The difference is in the details when it comes to sharing your home with the world. From professional photography, to open houses, social media and grass roots marketing, you can relax as our agents focus on meaningful marketing that gets results.

6. SHOWING YOUR HOME
Once the word is out, it’s time to welcome the buyers with open arms. Buyer’s tour your home with their agent and without you there, so it is important to make sure that your home can speak for you. Your REALTOR will have flyers and marketing materials available, and it is always nice to have the lights on and the home ready to welcome guests. Buyers will deliver feedback through their agents, usually within a day of touring, and it is crucial, but not always easy, to listen to what they have to say. A buyer’s perception is valuable and can help in tweaking price, marketing campaigns, or how the home is shown!

7. OFFERS AND NEGOTIATIONS
This is often the most stressful part as emotions for both parties often run high. Your agent will be there to help you ask the right questions and fight for the best terms for you. Be prepared to receive multiple offers if your home is priced right and the market is hot. Don’t ignore any offers, even if you receive an insulting lowball offer. Negotiate by making a counteroffer with the guidance of your Styer Real Estate agent.

8. THE WAIT
Once your home is under contract, the buyer has a due diligence period to investigate the home to determine if your property is really “the one”. During this time period, the buyer will perform agreed upon inspections, make a mortgage application, and research the title of the property, while the lender for the buyer will send out an appraiser to determine if the contract price is supported by recent local sales. You will negotiate repairs during this time as well.

9. FINAL STEPS
Inspections have been completed, appraisal received, and the buyers’ contingencies have been satisfied, so now it’s time to kick the packing into high gear! You will make final arrangements for moving, transferring utilities, and closing down this chapter of your life.

10. SOLD!
The buyer chooses where settlement takes place. On that day, your home should be fully empty and clean. The buyers and their agent will perform a pre-settlement walk-through to ensure that the property has remained in the same condition as it was when they submitted the offer, that any items agreed to be left behind are present, that any agreed-upon repairs have been completed, and that all of your items are out of the house! You will hand over keys at settlement and move on to your next life adventure! Congratulations!

Contact us today to get started >>>

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Welcome to 120 Merbrook Lane. This pristine home is awaiting its next owners. In the award winning Lower Merion School District your new home is only a short walk to the Merion train station. This quiet tree lined street gives you the peace and quiet you seek after a long day. Enjoy your corner .25 lot to spend quality time outdoors or sit out on your sunroom patio to observe nature during the different seasons. As you enter into the front door you are immediately taken by the gleaming hardwood floors and intricate wood details throughout. The home has had some renovations over the owners tenure with complete kitchen and dining room remodel. Enjoy the character you would expect in a home of this decade while also cooking with modern appliances and aesthetics. As you venture through the main floor you will see a magnificent stone fireplace that sets off the living room. Enjoy the natural light that floods into the home and gives you many different focal points throughout the day. Upstairs you have 2 nice sized bedrooms that has an additional bonus sunroom to give you a perfect spot to enjoy a morning coffee or if you have an artistic spirit paint the landscape. This floor has a hall bath for the bedrooms to share. The primary bedroom has had an extensive upgrade with a large walk in closet addition  as well as having a primary bathroom that has been completely remodeled. Upstairs are an additional 2 large bedrooms and bathroom complete the third floor. This home has been given so much love and attention over the last few years by the current owners and proudly features the following upgrades: plumbing (2017),  Roof (2019), 2 Sump Pumps (2022), 2nd floor bathroom (2018), kitchen/dining remodel (2017), Central Air/Heat Pump (2017). This home has both the modern amenities that any homeowner would want as well as the historical charm that you love to see in a home in this historic area. Don't delay and make your appointment to see a beautiful home. $1,100,000 PENDING

120 Merbrook Lane Merion Station, Pennsylvania

5 Beds 4 Baths 2,911 SqFt 0.250 Acres

Listing courtesy of Styer Real Estate

​Stately, European-feel home with guest cottage and garage, nestled on 2.2 acres next to a sparkling stream and rising wooded vista,  combines a lovely c.1887  structure with thoughtful additions that optimize the light,  flow and functionality of the home, and showcase the natural beauty of the property in every season.  Located in coveted Charlestown Township/Great Valley School District,  with super convenient access to the Malvern entrance to the PA Turnpike (1.3 miles), vibrant downtown Phoenixville and Kimberton Village (3 miles), regional rail and AmTrak train lines to Phila, NYC and DC ( 4.7 miles), this unique property is also mere blocks from Great Valley Nature Center, local walking trails and 5 miles to Valley Forge National Park. The magic of this enchanting property is revealed behind a tall privacy wall, with curving flagstone pathways and stone walls, antique millstones, intentional exterior lighting and lovely outdoor rooms and spaces.......Inside, the gracious floorplan of the main home unfolds from the formal entry hall, with vaulted ceiling and a pleasing home office to the immediate left, featuring radiant heated floors, custom built-ins and a wall of windows with views of the majestic Maple tree in the entry courtyard.  The 22' x 15' family room, to the right, is gloriously sunlit, wide open to the kitchen, with radiant heated floors and wraparound views of the property, stream and wooded vista beyond. The highly functional kitchen features a family-sized peninsula, custom cabinets, radiant heated floors and a brand new dishwasher and kitchen faucet.  A pair of kitchen-side sliders provide easy access to the lovely stream and terraced backyard with patio / grilling space, firepit area, hiking on the wooded hill and stream-side guest cottage (more on that later!).  The main level also includes an expansive  27' x 17' living room, with custom built-ins, gorgeous stone hearth, wood burning stove and hardwood flooring under the wool carpet.  Access the stream-side formal dining room - an ideal venue for holiday dinners and celebrations -  from either the kitchen or the living room. Finishing out the main level - a well-positioned powder room with laundry facilities, also just off of the entry hall, along with two roomy coat closets, all of which have radiant heated floors.... Upstairs, a skylight-lit hallway leads to the generous primary suite, with French doors that access a lovely Juliet balcony that brings in the soothing sounds of the stream!  The primary suite provides ample space for a king-sized bed, and includes large in-room closets, along with an en-suite bath with private WC and walk-in closet / dressing room, all with radiant heated floors.  Two additional, well- proportioned bedrooms on this level share a full bath, with tub and shower combo and radiant heated floors; bedroom three also includes access to two bonus rooms on the third floor with myriad uses - play space, crafting space, home school space....The adorable sun-filled "Streamside Cottage", renovated in 2019, includes a full bath, sleeping loft that will accommodate a king sized mattress, granite counters, gas range, fridge, washer / dryer combo, mini split for heating and cooling and incredible views of the stream! ​The cottage is also an ideal location for staging outdoor gatherings and setting up the bar! The property also includes an oversized one car garage with separate storage closet​ that could easily be converted to a two car garage​. A five-car parking area can be conveniently accessed from both State Rd. and Union Hill Rd.​....​​If you're looking to connect with nature while also being close to shopping, culture and opportunities for entertainment, this property holds it all!  Lovingly cultivated in single ownership over the last 47 years, this is a truly special place that beckons its next lucky steward. $679,000 PENDING

4276 State Road Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,855 SqFt 2.200 Acres

Listing courtesy of Styer Real Estate

This charming home is 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms of perfection! Renovated from top to bottom, it boasts a new roof & windows (last 2 years), new plumbing and electric, remodeled kitchen and bathrooms -- all on almost an acre of land with mature trees and landscaping. Don't let the cozy exterior fool you, this home has over 2700 sq. feet of living space. The first floor includes a spacious foyer and separate mudroom, huge living room, elegant dining area (complete with fireplace) off of the kitchen and laundry area. Also on the first floor are 3 bedrooms, including the master bedroom with a luxurious ensuite master bath and a second full bathroom. Completing the first floor is a bonus space (office, home gym, playroom?!) off of the mudroom - just waiting for it's dream purpose. Upstairs you'll find two more bedrooms connected by a large foyer with additional closets that would be perfect as a play area, homework station or craft area, as well as the home's 3rd full bathroom.  The ginormous basement is perfect for storage or ready to be finished for additional living space. But wait, there's more: this home has not one, but two garages! There is an attached one car garage and a separate two car garage, that is dying to be set up as a workshop,  man cave, glorified she-shed or even to be rented out for some extra income. Have a home contracting or landscaping business? Now you have all the space you need. This one won't last long, schedule your showing today! $399,900 PENDING

2308 Brown Sanatoga, Pennsylvania

5 Beds 3 Baths 2,794 SqFt 0.840 Acres

Listing courtesy of Styer Real Estate

This beautiful Victorian farmhouse with exposed pointed stone is perched on a lovely ½ acre lot on a quiet country road less than a mile from historic Saint Peter’s Village. Enjoy beautiful farmland views from the large covered front porch. This home has seen multiple generations come and go and it is now ready to welcome its next fortunate steward. The first floor of this home offers so much living space with a center hall staircase flanked by a large dining room and living room with stone fireplace - take note of the deep windowsills throughout! The eat-in kitchen has a large pantry closet, a butler’s staircase to the second floor, and access to the side porch that leads to the summer kitchen. The first floor also offers a large laundry room and a newly remodeled bathroom with stall shower. Upstairs you will find a full bathroom ready for an upgrade, 2 generous bedrooms, and a cozy office. The attic could easily be finished for 2 additional bedrooms.  The home has a newer heater, replacement roof, replacement windows throughout, and a new water heater, so bring your paint, flooring, and your vision to make this house your dream home! $299,900 PENDING

2034 Harmonyville Road Pottstown, Pennsylvania

2 Beds 2 Baths 2,573 SqFt 0.520 Acres

Listing courtesy of Styer Real Estate

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