BHHS Pro Agents WOW the Market in 2015

BHHS Pro Agents Sales Prices 10.1% Above Average

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty agents in Northwestern Ohio just completed one of the best representative years ever.  Their home-selling clients were able to close at prices 10.1% above what the neighborhood averages were.  Simply put that's over $8,000 in your pocket.

In depth studies of real estate areas where BHHS Pro agents participated, as accumulated from the multiple listing services of Northwest Ohio, West Central Ohio, and the Western Regional of Ohio, clearly indicates that when employed in the service of a home seller, these agents are out-performing their competitors where it counts - higher sales prices!  Comparisons were made of the ratios of the average original listing prices to the average sales price of all homes and of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty listings in the same geographical areas.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty Throughout Ohio

With almost 500 agents in 26 offices in Ohio, BHHS Pro is making quite the impact throughout the state of Ohio.  Since joining Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices in January of 2014, BHHS Pro has joined the "Elite Circle" of brokerages in the network by being in the top 5% due to production. Recognition by RIS Media as one of the top 500 Power Brokerages has also set us apart from every other company in our Northwestern Ohio area.

Locally we are very proud of the continued excellence in representation that our seasoned agents continue to provide their clients.  With a combined expertise of practicing real estate of over a century, there isn't much that we haven't seen or done.  Our experience is showing through daily with reports like this one that further prove the value that can be found in any of our professional Realtors.

Shared Values Bonds us Together for Better Representation

There are 7 core Values that we at BHHS Pro Realty hold dear.  Expertise, Collaboration, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, Enthusiasm, and Perspective are combined to aid us in determining how we interact with each other, our clients, other brokerages, and our community.  Our true belief is that we are in this profession to advocate for our clients, be champions for our communities, and to increase the perception of real estate agents by our example.

Where Did the CCHTL Buyer's Go?

Two Months of No Sales in CCHTL

October and November of 2015 have passed us by without a single sale in Country Club Hills or Twin Lakes.  Although not the first time that we've gone 60+ days without any action, it is a bit surprising right now.  Interest rates are still low, job growth is up and lenders are finally loosening up a little on their lending restrictions. Buyers should be flocking to buy into the market and our neighborhood has historically been a go-to market for move-up's and downsizers in Bath.

All Will be Well Very Soon in Country Club Hills and Twin Lakes

Just because we don't have the buyers flocking to our neighborhood today doesn't mean that they are gone forever.  It seems that this little two month bump has shaken some who were thinking of selling into waiting.  Let me tell you that this might not be your best option.  Over the past 3 years the months of January, March, and April have been very active in Country Club Hills and Twin Lakes.  Inventory that is aging now should start to wane over the next 3-4 months with increased first quarter buyer traffic.  

If you are thinking about listing your home for sale early next year, now is the time that you should be meeting with an area Realtor to discuss what steps you might need to take to get your home ready for the market - and quick.  

Newer Inventory Might Sell Quicker than Stale

That's right!  For those sellers who are new to the market, attracting buyers to your listing might be easier and more profitable than for those homes that have had to "sit-out" this short slow down in the market.  Their listings are nearing on the stale stage and yours could be the fresh new face that gets all of the attention.

Two of our agents at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty (BHHSPro) have teamed up to represent sellers exclusively in Country Club Hills and Twin Lakes.  A custom representation package has been put together that no other brokerage in the area can offer.  With over $600million in sales in 2015, BHHS Pro has continued to increase its market share Statewide and now has determined this neighborhood as a focal point for growth in 2016.  Everyone should count their blessings daily, but Sellers in Country Club Hills and Twin Lakes for 2016 have gained a potential blessing right out of the blue.

I Signed with An Agent, Now Where'd They Go?

You want to move and need to sell your home first.

You met with a real estate agent and quickly became convinced that they could expose your home to the market and find a buyer faster than you could on your own, so you signed a contract.

It's been 5 weeks and you still haven't heard anything from the agent.

Your wife is still asking nicely, "What are you going to do about this?"

You've overheard your mother-in-law say, "I don't know why you're having so much trouble, the Rhineharts sold their home themselves in 2 days and got a lot more than anybody thought they would and now they just bought their second vacation home, and ..., and ... . If you would've ..."

One or more idiots you work with asks everyday, "So did you sell your house yet?"

This is not an uncommon situation in the market that I work in; even though it should be.  Real estate agents, especially those of us with the Realtor designation, are supposed to be committed to the promotion of the best interests of our clients, the profession, and the ideals of home ownership, but some are not. 

Situations that create frustration for home Sellers happen all the time.  It should not be that these situations are created by the actions or inaction's of real estate agents.  Even a half-capable agent should keep consistent contact with their active clients.  Good agents set the expectations of communication with their clients way in advance and then meet, and usually exceed, these expectations thus eliminating the added frustration of the Sellers' not knowing what is going on.

For those of you who do find yourself in the above scenario, or anything similar to it, there are some actions that you can take.

1. call, text, and e-mail your listing agent a specific day and time that you expect to hear from them.
2. if you do not get a response: call or e-mail the broker or office manager of the company that you listed with.
3. if still not satisfied then you can contact the local real estate board and issue a complaint.
4. now that you have gotten the complaining off your chest, you can contact any other real estate company to discuss your situation.

Please don't blame the entire industry for the actions of a single representative.  We all work hard to represent the interests of our clients every day.  Do you really think that we just want to put a sign in your yard and then hide from you?  We want you to sell your home for the highest market dollar possible, in the shortest amount of time possible. Period.

I have heard that some upset sellers go FSBO (for-sale-by-owner) and refuse to ever work with an agent again.  They believe that nobody cares because nobody is seeking to fix their problem.  We all want to help BUT, since you signed with an agent we are NOT ALLOWED to seek you out.  We are allowed to speak with you if you seek us out.  Don't go all FSBO, it ends up taking a lot more time and money to sell that way and 85% of the time you will end up listing with an agent again anyway. 

To re-cap:
Try to get ahold of the agent you signed with.  Try to work things out with the Brokerage that you signed with.  Go ahead and complain where it counts.  Talk to other industry professionals about your situation.  Tell your wife what you're doing (she loves you taking control), your mother-in-law that you love her even though she's full of it, and the idiots at work to pluck-the-plank from their own eye.

Let me know how it's going.  I specialize in frustration.