JC REALESTATE
FOR ALL YOUR REALTY NEEDS

Through education, understanding, and a general awareness of what choices you have in buying or selling a home, your chances in making the right decisions will be enhanced. JC Real Estate is just the company that can do that.

Jay Hasbrouck, owner and agent of JC Real Estate has been buying and selling homes for 32 years. He has built new construction, remodeled homes, developed land, and he has a deep understanding of all facets of the real estate transaction.

When wanting to purchase a new home, finding the right real estate agent such as The Texas Foreclosure Specialist is critical. Hiring someone that understands the foreclosure process is critical. Finding someone who knows, how to find foreclosure homes is critical. Foreclosure homes give the home buyer the opportunity to buy well below the current market value. Take advantage of the current economic conditions, and buy Today.

When wanting to sell, it’s important to understand the best way to market your home. No one knows your home better than you, but marketing your home, and getting the most money for your home is critical. Some believe they can make more money selling their home themselves. Research proves this isn’t true. Most marketing today is on the internet, JC Real Estate can help you make the right decisions concerning the sale of your home.

If you want: Experience…Knowledge…Someone you can trust to look out for your best interests. Then give JC-Real Estate an opportunity to help you make the right choices concerning your home.

Jay Hasbrouck owner/agent

817-996-4444

jehrealestate@hotmail.com

Why do I need a Realtor?

Buying and selling a home is a major commitment in terms of both time and money. There are many things to consider when buying or selling a home. The services of a realtor can be a big help when navigating this somewhat confusing world. After all; they are the professional!

A realtor is a professional who is trained in the ins and outs of the real estate industry. They can guide you through the entire home buying or selling process.

1. To understand any disclosures and disclaimers by the seller; or buying concessions from the buyer.

2. To know what questions to ask, and what questions to answer. How to understand the seller’s disclosure or how to fill one out.

3. To help you understand the estimated closing costs in buying or selling a home

4. To educate you on the fair market value of the home your wanting to sell or buy depending on the area and condition of the home

5. To insure you don’t pay too much, or sell too low Buying and selling a home is the largest single investment decision of your life. Find a Realtor you feel is knowledgeable, and has the experience and the ability to educate you on making the right decisions along the way.

1. Find the RIGHT Realtor!

A. A realtor that knows all the ins and outs, as well as what selling strategies work best in your area.

B. A realtor that can guide you along the selling process; rather than pushing you!

2. Price your home RIGHT

A. Did you know if someone makes an offer on your home; you don’t have to accept it? So, don’t worry about pricing your home too low! Focus on getting offers.

B. Your realtor will provide selling comparisons to establish the selling price.

3.Home staging is critical

A. Make sure your home looks great at all times (immaculate).

B. Make any repairs prior to listing your home, (don’t wait for the appraiser to tell you what you have to repair)

C. Fresh paint, trimmed bushes, mowed lawns and immaculate cleanliness are all important factors in making your home attractive and saleable.

4. Be ready to show at a moment’s notice; not when its convenient for you!

A. Rent a storage unit so your home is not cluttered, clutter makes the home look smaller. B. Make sure windows, bathrooms, the kitchen area are spotless

5. Home owners should not be at home during the showings. If they are, they should not say anything about the property condition, or comments towards repairs, or terms and conditions of the sale.

6. Your Realtor will explain some incentives to help motivate prospective buyers

7. Pick a Realtor you can trust and respect; so you will take their advice

Why is this a GREAT time to sell?

1. The economy is about to begin to grow; market your home so it beats the competition.

2. The private sector is beginning to creating some jobs.

3. Consumer confidence is on the rise. More buyers means better supply and demand ratios.

4. The 30-year mortgage rate is at generational lows.

5. The national median-home price is stabilizing, which enhances your ability to sell at market value, not at wholesale value.

6. Other home-price measurements also are showing price stabilization.

7. Home price-to-income ratios have returned to fundamentally justifiable levels.

8. Qualifications to buy have tightened in recent months, but where there is a will there is a way.

You don’t know unless you try. If you have tried and not succeeded, then try something different. Get creative: Let me help you in making such decisions.