Monday, April 28, 2008

Features That Homebuyers Want


Sellers should know what prospective buyers want so that they may optimize their homes; potential. According to a recent survey by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), many buyers who purchased a home without a feature they desired indicated that they would have been willing to pay more for a home with that feature. According to the 2004 NAP Profile of Buyer's Home Feature Preferences, two home buyers in three indicated that they wold be willing to pay a median $825 extra for a home with a walk-in closet in the master bedroom. What else do buyers want? Nearly three-quarters of recent home buyers said that central air conditioning tops the list of most desirable features they want in a home.
Hint: If the absence of a desirable feature hinders the sale of a home, the seller should consider adding it. A minor investment in a home improvement could bring big dividends at the time of sale.
When selling property, the assistance of an experienced real estate professional is critical to realizing the best return for your investment. At Century21 VantagePoint Realty, I have extensive experience helping prospective sellers to properly market their homes. I can provide you with a complimentary market analysis, indicating the value of your property in the current market. You can benefit from my knowledge!
Call Stephanie W. Samuelsohn, Principal Broker
518 - 392 - 8484