If You Can Pass This Quiz, You’ll Get A Fast, Top Dollar
Home Sale. If You Can’t, You’re In Trouble, and
Free Money-Saving Advice Is Here…

• Do you have a bona fide buyer under contract right now for your home?
• Has your buyer given you written loan approval (not just “qualified”) so they don’t tie you up and cost you thousands of dollars?
• Have you hired a lawyer or real estate agent to handle the purchase contract so you don’t end up getting ripped-off because you used one of those “office supply store ” home contracts?
• Did you register everyone visiting your home (with address and phone number) so you don’t become a victim of crime?
• Do you have at least 25 qualified visitors to your home every week?
• Do you know national statistics prove your chances of selling your home using classified ads and open houses is slim to none?
• Did you have a home inspection performed by a licensed inspector before putting it on the market?
• Did you know that 89% of For Sale By Owner homeowners end up losing much more money than if they had hired a real estate professional?

If you answered YES to all the questions above, congratulations. Your home should sell quickly, and hassle-free.

But What If You Answered “NO”?

If you answered NO to any of the questions above, it’s probable 1) You could take a long, long time to sell your home, 2) Lose more money than you ever imagined – in ways you never expected, 3) Potentially become a victim of crime, 3) Get abused by an unscrupulous buyer who will “nickel-and-dime” you until he gets his price – at YOUR expense, 4) “Net” much less from your home than if you had used “the right” real estate professional in the first place.

Is There Hope?

Chances are you answered “NO” to at least one or more of the above questions. Don’t worry, I have a helpful solution for you. It’s my special consumer report titled, “44 Money-Making Tips for Preparing Your Home to Sell.” My report is absolutely FREE, and there’s no obligation to work with me or any other agent. You’ll discover…

• Why homes that sell the fastest also sell for the most money…
• Why some real estate agents will cost you thousands and waste your time…
• Why understanding what the total market is doing is essential to your success. This strategy eludes most real estate agents…
• 6 “Problem Area” that can instantly turn-off serious buyers…
• 13 “First Impression” areas you must address before selling your home…
• 18 Ways to appeal to the “emotions” of any buyer who visits your home…
• How to inexpensively dress your home to look like a model home – and command more money…
• How to negotiate with buyers to get you the best deal…
• And a whole lot more!

Why Would A Real Estate Agent Help
You Sell Your Home For Free?

No, I’m not a charity. I specialize in Raleigh and
Wake Forest, and I will help anyone in the area who wants to sell their home. Why? Because by knowing you I’ll have an inside track to help buyers who might be interested in your home.

Plus, in the event you DO need help if your home doesn’t sell, you’ll already know me and the quality of my services.

Finally, I build my business on the referrals and positive comments from people like you. By knowing you and giving you valuable help, you’ll think of me when friends, family, or neighbors need a caring and competent professional.

That’s all there is to it. So before you put this letter aside, and forget about it, give me a call for your free report. I promise 2 things to you:

1. Reading my 12-page report will be the most profitable 20 minutes you spend on learning how to sell your home fast and for top dollar, and…
2. You will NEVER feel any pressure or obligation to work with me or any other real estate agent. I’m here to help.

Call or E-mail me today for your FREE Report!

Jeff Dicks
Keller Williams Realty
Direct :919-793-4730
E-Mail- jeff@jeffdicks.com

P.S. When you call, remind me to share with you my “Maximum Value Home Audit” – designed specifically to “position” your home to sell for maximum dollar value in minimum time. It’s also Free and without obligation whatsoever.

www.JeffDicks.com

1. People who look for a home during the holidays tend to be more serious buyers !
2.  Serious buyers have fewer homes to choose from during the holiday season and less competition means more money for you!
3. Since the supply of homes on the market will dramatically increase in January, there will be less demand for your particular home! Less demand means less money for you!
4. Homes show better when decorated for the holidays!
5. Buyers are more emotional during the holidays, so they are more likely to pay your asking price!
6. Buyers have more flexibility and time to look for a home during the work week of the holiday season!
7. Some people buy before the end of the year for tax reasons!
8. January is traditionally the month for employees to begin new jobs. Since transferees cannot wait until the spring to buy, your home must be on the market NOW to capture those buyers!
9. Your home can still be on the market, but you always have the option to restrict showings on or before the holidays!
10. You can sell NOW for more money and we can provide a delayed closing or extended occupancy until early January!
11. By selling your home now, you may have an opportunity to be a non-contingent buyer during the spring, when many more homes are on the market for less money! This will allow you more of an opportunity to sell high and buy low!
    

    Coldwell Banker Howard Perry & Walston

Jeff Dicks furthers career with prestigious Certified Foreclosure Agent professional training course offered through Agent University.

                                                                                                       Immediate Release

Raleigh, North Carolina  27609

Jeff Dicks of Coldwell Banker Howard Perry & Walston has successfully completed the comprehensive Certified Foreclosure Agent specialist training course offered through Foreclosure.com, earning a prestigious designation that is reserved for the top real estate professionals in the industry.

” The Certified Foreclosure Agent Specialist distinction among Realtors is an indication to the professional community that  Jeff Dicks has met the rigorous standards of professionalism,expertise,objectivity and integrity in the field of distressed property and related consulting disciplines,” said Foreclosure.com Director of Education,Linda Yates.

Dicks joins the growing ranks of trained foreclosure-selling agents nationwide who are moving more properties more often despite soft market conditions. In fact, distressed real estate sales, which include foreclosures and short sales, are big business in today’s current market, accounting for 35 to 40 percent of transactions in the second quarter of 2009, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR).

And the Certified Foreclosure Agent program- with it’s intensive training and testing process-is leading charge to educate agents, as well as connect with multiple buyers in their areas.

To embark on the career-changing journey, prospective applicants must first be licensed Realtors in their respective states. Implicit in this requirement is that the Certified Foreclosure Agent maintain at least a minimum number of hours of Continuing Professional Education(CPE) each year and conduct him or herself within the ethical mandates established by the profession.

Foreclosure.com also requires Certified Foreclosure Agent’s to obtain at least 12 hours of CPE each year in areas related to distressed property and/or foreclosure investing.

More recently, and ever growing we face the challenges of closing transactions in the Triangle due to the rising trend of Short Sales. Foreclosure properties having been in a short sale position is also trending higher.

A recent survey by a well respected market prognosticator for the Wake County real estate markets staed of the 41 market segments at 300k in the area, only 4 a balanced supply/demand. 37 of those had an 11month supply and prices are seen as going lower.

So, what does all this mean for the homebuyer and seller? No, different than buying stocks market timing is nearly impossible. The market bottoms and then prices rise to be simply put. When this will occur is anyone’s guess.

The fearless should be cautious and the cautious fearless. The bottom line is their are plenty of bargains for those whom couldn’t get into the housing market a few years back. Now is your opportunity. Sellers have to be realistic about their expectations. Recently, I was looking at a home for my buyer priced at 269k and the same floorplan and several sales in the area was showing this home to be valued more like 229k.

Now that’s are haircut. Mr. Buyer wants to pay the lower and Mr. Seller waits ……and more and more frequently I’m seeing these sellers finally give up and give the keys back to the bank.

The good news is were seeing an emergence of networks beginning to move in and assist both the lender and seller for a reasonable resolution and the seller can still leave their home with some dignity intact.

If your selling your home and your facing many uncertainties, contact a professional Real Estate Agent with the credentials to manage and has a network of professionals to navigate the transaction successfully.

 

Jeff Dicks 

Certified Foreclosure Agent

Weldon Ridge in Cary, NC has great news for first-time homebuyers. A number of homes now under construction in The Arbor will be ready to close by the end of November, thedeadline for the $8000 federal tax credit. Many first time buyers have been flocking to Weldon Ridge the highly acclaimed community of Cary.

The Weldon Ridge amenity center, is open to residenyts of the Arbor, The Park and The Estates. It features a junior olmpic swimmimg pool, with slide and a large clubhouse with a wraparound porch. The clubhouse also has a full kitchen and meeting rooms to host events.

In close proximity is the Research Triangle Park, shopping, many enetrtainment and cultural attractions. Homes in The Arbor at Weldon Ridge start in the mid to upper 200’s. The product by Orleans Homebuilders  has been trusted for quality for over a century.

If your visiting the Triangle area be sure to check out these fabulous homes in Cary. They will sure not to disappoint.

Westminster at Weldon Ridge

For many have taken advantage of the 8k First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit. Were beginning to see elevated activity as the program draws to a close on November 30th/09.

Lenders and Realtors are encouraging these prospective buyers not to wait much longer and may want to start looking seriously now as opposed to later. Lenders I have spoken with want to allow as much time as possible to be sure underwriters can make the deadlines. Some, have encouraged First Time Buyers to be under contract by mid-October.

Builders are also encouraging consumers with great incentives. Inventory levels are shrinking in the Wake County area, and with increased demand we are seeing price stabilization. If your a First-Time Homebuyer please visit the link below.

First Time Homebuyer Kit!

A meticulously maintained split level home in Raleigh. This home sits on over a half acre minutes to the RBC Center. Located in Medfield Estates you’ll enjoy quite yet urban living in this wonderful home.

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The Triangle area of North Carolina offers many alternatives for those who want to live in a golf community. The allure of such neighborhoods being for those who are pondering retirement, upscale living or a fully amenitized neighborhood. Surprisingly, more and more families, couples and individuals seek the high quality of life, but may not necessarily be golfers.

Interestingly, just having access to these amenities is the atttraction. Although, in the past 18 months some newer communities have clearly suffered due to economic conditions. Some simply teetering on the brink of extinction, major capital infusion requirements and in some cases a redevelopment plan.

Either a glass half full or empty analogy required or simply put an opportunity. Whichever way you look at it we do have some wonderful communities in the Triangle area.

Briar Creek Country Club
Is a single builder Master Planned Community by Toll Brothers
Features an Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course
Luxury Single Family Homes, Low Maintenance Ranch Homes as well as Condominiums for Single and Multi Level Living

Heritage at Wake Forest

A Master Planned Community featuring several Custom Builders a Bob Moore Signature 18 Hole Golf Course
Luxury Single Family Homes, Low Maintenance homes,townhomes and much more.

The Parade of Homes in early October will feature fabulous custom homes and these communities will certainly continue to thrive from the vision of both the builders and developers.

It’s official School bells are ringing.  Another summer is rolling to a quick end. For many parents a relief, for others the fall activities begin football, soccer, basketball and my all time favorite hockey. I am somewhat biased on the hockey front as I am a Canadian living in the great state of North Carolina.

For any matter fall is approaching along with some cooler temperatures. The days at the beach are coming to end for the vacationers and back to work they go.  All in all summers are pretty much great  wherever you go and each season brings endings and new beginnings.

This summer has been no exception and my kids will certainly miss the pool when it closes after labor day weekend. The activity chart for our household will shift to school projects and most definitely a weekend excursion to Asheville, North Carolina for some wine tasting, golf and majestic views.

Oh, don’t let me forget my other favorite the Parade of Homes in October !

Cheers

Pretty much whenever I go for a coffee, I have a conversation with folks and inevitably we talk about Real Estate.  “How’s the market?” to which I always reply “It depends” Fortunately Raleigh, Cary and the Triangle area have not sufffered as dearly as other parts of the country. With a large number of properties on the market it will feel like a lifetime before things improve.

As the old saying goes “One man poison is another one’s punch” To that end short sales, foreclosures have helped some get into the market where at another time they have not had the luxury.

The good news is we are seeing a positive change in the Raleigh, Wake Forest and Rolesville market. One could opine that it is the historically low interest rates, the first time home-buyer credit for $8000 or perhaps sellers are finally lowering prices. Buyers are coming into the market we are moving inventory.

In the end the meeting of the minds, or a reasonable Buyer and Seller negotiation with a great agent will get the job done.