Get the Most Showings for Your Home

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Today, we'll discuss how to get the most showings possible. Sometimes, sellers sabotage their own listing by not providing easy access for agents to show the property. There are three different types of showings:

• Go-and-show - This is usually for vacant properties.
• Courtesy call - This showing is used when the owners still live in the home.
• Appointment - This is also an option for owner-occupied homes.

Most agents will schedule a buyer appointment for a certain timeframe, say between 1:00 and 3:00. The rest of their day is usually dedicated to other aspects of the real estate business. If you say no, then they will probably skip your house. Also, if the agent gives you a specific timeframe, they have already mapped out a route in your neighborhood. Again, if you cannot make that timeframe work, they will probably skip your home.

The courtesy call is the best way to have an easy showing process. The agent calls an hour or two in advance. If you are flexible with your time, this is a great option for you. Appointments are also great for pet owners who need to get the pets out of the home before showings.

If you have any questions about today's video, or about real estate in general, give me a call or send me an email. I would be happy to answer any questions you may have!

How to Make the Most of Your San Antonio Home Search

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Many sellers rearrange their property or hire stagers to bring in great furniture and decor when showing their home. Because of this, it's very easy to confuse great decor for a great property. When buying, don't forget that you're buying the home, not the things in it!

It's important to look very closely at the home when you are viewing it. Look at things like the floor plan, the dimensions, and the upgrades to the actual property, not the decorations around the home. One strategy people use is cutting out a piece of paper the size of their couch, rolling it up, and laying it on the floor to see if their furniture will fit in the homes they're looking at.

Regardless of how beautiful the home looks on the inside, you are buying the house itself! You want to take a look at the exterior home and make sure there are no defects or things that will bother you once you settle in.

If you have any questions about the buying process or if you need real estate assistance of any kind, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We would love to hear from you!

What's Happening with the San Antonio Real Estate Market?

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Today, we'll give you an update on the San Antonio real estate market.

Right now, we are in a seller's market. There are about 8,500 homes on the market. That may sound like a lot, but it's actually a very low amount, especially when compared to the 14,000 homes on market in 2011.

In addition to having a significantly lower supply, there is also very high demand for homes in San Antonio. When that happens, home prices go up. If you were thinking of selling, now is a great time to do so!

However, it's a good time for buyers as well. Interest rates are still low, around 4.125%, and they are trending up. As the rates go up, your buying power will change, and you won't be able to afford higher-priced homes like you can now.

If you are interested in buying or selling, or in doing both, please give me a call or send me an email. I'd be happy to help you!