Home Sellers Guide

Home Seller’s Guide: 

Home Seller’s Guide A Step-By-Step Guide to Selling Your Home Presented by Jeff Sawyer And

What We Will Cover: 

What We Will Cover About Jeff Rose & Womble Company Information The Advantages of using Rose & Womble Realty Relocation Department My Marketing Strategies Property Factors Our Pledge of Service Competition in your Neighborhood & Comparative Market Analysis for your Property Contact Information

A Little About Jeff: 

A Little About Jeff Associate Broker and Licensed Realtor Native of Hampton Roads for over 35 years Lived in Norfolk, Chesapeake & VA Beach 2003, 2004, 2005 Salesperson of the Year 2005 Hampton Roads Realtor Assoc. Gold Member 2004 & 2005 ERA Beyond Excellence Awards Successful Business Owner since 1996 Faithfully contributes to various charities including the Front Row Foundation Charity ( www.frontrowfoundation.org ) Skydiving, Scuba diving and Baseball enthusiast Passionate about working directly with clients & the community, traveling , and automobile Restoration. Knowledge ~ Dedication ~ Trust

Testimonials: : 

Testimonials: “We were very pleased with Jeff and his services. After dealing with the buying and selling agents on the other sides of our deal we can appreciate even more so Jeff’s commitment to the sale and purchase of our homes.” - Kirk & Kathleen Saunders “We had a great experience with Jeff. He was very easy to get along with and really stuck with our interests in mind. I will contact him again when it is time to sell and buy!”- Matthew & Kim Shea “Jeff was easy to work with. He was able to meet with us at odd times and on weekends due to us living 600 miles away. He was able to resolve an issue with the Home Owners Association for us as well.”- Chad & Karen Parvin “Jeff was excellent during the entire home buying process. He was available to look at properties after hours and on the weekend, which fit my schedule. I always knew I could get in touch with him and have any questions or concerns addressed immediately. My trust and faith in Jeff carried over into having him handle the Property Management on my rental property as well.”- Brian Ward

ABOUT ROSE & wOMBLE: 

ABOUT ROSE & wOMBLE On June 1, 1998 Rose & Krueth Realty Corp. and Womble Realty merged to create Hampton Roads #1 Real Estate Resource. Rose & Womble Realty Company has over 69 years of combined experience in the local real estate market. Today the company has over 600 sales associates serving the area from 11 resale offices. A big part of Rose & Womble Realty's success is the manner in which the company gives back to the community. Rose & Womble CARES is a company-supported campaign of community service. Contributions of time, funds and goods have been donated to numerous local organizations. Real Trends Magazine recently ranked Rose & Womble Realty Company the 36th largest independent REALTOR© in the nation.

Advantages of Using ROSE &WOMBLE REALTY: 

Advantages of Using ROSE &WOMBLE REALTY Resale New Homes Mortgage Title & Settlement Insurance Marketing Department Relocation Customer Service Department Property Management Technology Department “ Your One-Stop REAL ESTATE RESOURSE”

2010 Rose and Womble Facts:: 

2010 Rose and Womble Facts: Rose & Womble Realty finished in the #1 Sales and Market Share Position in 2010 $59 Million in sales ahead of the # 2 Competitor, William E. Wood. R & W outperformed Prudential Towne by $353,027,810 in 2010 (Southside) R & W outperformed Long & Foster by $499 million in 2010 R & W outperformed REMAX by $429 million in 2010 (Southside) R & W outperformed ALL Keller Williams franchises combined by over $ 703 million in 2010 (Southside) Almost 3/4 of a billion in Sales! R & W outperformed Coldwell Banker Pro by $751,622,000 in 2010 (Southside). That spread is ¾ of a BILLION in sales! Rose & Womble Realty finished in the # 1 Sales and Market Share Position in 2010

More Benefits of Using Rose & Womble…: 

More Benefits of Using Rose & Womble… EXPERIENCE: Our customers and clients have come to depend on the personalized service that they receive time and time again. Our standard for excellence, and our personalized service has been well regarded throughout the industry for many years. LOCATIONS: Our sales offices are strategically situated throughout the Hampton Roads area with many convenient locations from which to serve you. You may be assured that your Rose & Womble Realty sales associates know your neighborhood and the people who live in it. REIN (Real Estate Information Network): In order to give our sellers the widest exposure via computer technology, we are pleased to market your property on the REIN Multiple Listing Service. In addition to our sales force, your property profile will be exposed to over 7,500 member sales people. ADVERTISING: We are very competitive in marketing your house not only to our industry, but to the readership in areas where individuals are searching to purchase a home.

Our relocation department: 

Our relocation department As one of the fastest growing areas in the nation, we are pleased to offer relocation assistance to individuals, families, the military and to corporations. As members of Leading Real Estate Companies of the world, the premier real estate network, the largest independent relation network in the world, we are able to target those people interested in moving to the Hampton Roads area. We are also pleased to have a full-time Relocation Director. As well as a full-time Customer Service Coordinator for those who want to move to our area.

My Marketing Strategies: 

My Marketing Strategies I market your listing on local and national websites , The Virginian Pilot, The Beacon, Craigslist, The Real Estate Book, Social Networking Sites, Virtual Tour Sites, and numerous media outlets.

PowerPoint Presentation: 

Proper Pricing A Competitive Price will attract more prospective buyers. Buyers view properties priced right. Overpricing can eliminate showings. Overpriced properties help sell those priced right. Overpriced properties often become “market worn” and usually end up selling below market value. Base price on sold rather than unsold listings.

PowerPoint Presentation: 

Selling Price vs. Timing *It is important we price your home properly from the start, while buyer interest is high. *Expose your property to a greater percentage of prospective buyers by pricing property at market value.

Property Factors: 

Property Factors Occupied vs. Vacant Furnished vs. Unfurnished Condition of Property How you have control over what a buyer thinks Utilize lights, smells, and sights to your advantage Exterior Cut grass, trim bushes, clean gutters and roof, add potted flowers Interior Make sure all light fixtures are in working order, clean carpets, get rid of “clutter” Living room, kitchen and bedrooms are most important Repairs and Improvements Must take care of repairs, Improvements may add value to your home Fixtures & Personal Property Ceiling fans & carpeting vs. draperies or washer and dryer

First Impressions: 

First Impressions Outdoors Driveway Cleared, fresh paint, Repair cracked and broken windows Garage Organize, clean & remove unnecessary items Baths Check caulking, replace shower curtain, repair faucets Closets Loose items should be neatly stored, Clothes hung and lights working Kitchen Clean oven and wax floor Remove counter clutter and clean sink Living Areas Clean windows, drapes and curtains Apply paint as needed

PowerPoint Presentation: 

Our Pledge of Service.... Our Commitment to Excellence! Prepare you and your property for the sale We will- • Determine the most likely selling price based on current market values. • Discuss selling points and possible improvements to enhance the value of your home. • Explain your showing options. • Estimate your selling costs. • Place you in personal contact with relocation affiliates anywhere in the U.S. or the world. Attract buyers for your property We will- • Communicate your listing to all 600+ Rose and Womble sales associates. • Provide a detailed listing sheet to prospective buyers and agents. • Ensure complete exposure through the Real Estate Information Network (REIN). • Place a distinctive Rose and Womble Realty “For Sale” sign on your property. • Arrange for a planned preview by offices in our company as well as other cooperating brokers. • Expose your property to potential buyers through our proven Rose and Womble marketing programs.

PowerPoint Presentation: 

Conclude the sale with buyers We will- • Bring qualified buyers. • Show your property effectively. • Present and thoroughly explain all written offers. • Negotiate the transaction. • Finalize the sale contract. Follow through after the sale We will- • Follow up on buyer’s financing. • See that all the contingencies in the sales contract are met. • Confirm the closing. • Retain a file on the entire transaction. Our Pledge of Service.... Our Commitment to Excellence!

Our Competition in the Neighborhood : 

Our Competition in the Neighborhood Especially prepared and personalized for you. Lets set up an appointment if we don’t have one already, and I can provide you with the latest information and statistics on your property.

Comparative Market Analysis: 

Comparative Market Analysis Especially prepared and personalized for you. Lets set up an appointment if we don’t have one already, and I can provide you with the latest information and statistics on your property.

Contact Information:: 

Contact Information: Jeff Sawyer Direct: (757) 450-1770 Office: (757) 428-8845 www.realestatejeffsawyer.com realestatebyjeff@yahoo.com 4100 Holly Rd, Virginia Beach VA, 23541