Getting the Most Out of Your Free Comparative Market Analysis
October 7th, 2008 categories: Home Buyers, Home Sellers
I have an online form for buyers and sellers to fill out to request a free Comparative Market Analysis for any property they’re buying or selling in Central Connecticut (Hartford, New Haven, Middlesex, New London and Tolland counties).
Having received a number of requests, I realized that I needed to add a field to identify whether the person is a buyer a seller. While the final price I come up with may not differ that much, the report will differ - for a seller I’ll include active properties but only include recently sold homes for buyers.
In addition to the new required field, here are some other tips to getting the most out of your CMA.
List as many additional features as possible, such as updated kitchen, fence, deck, fireplaces, wood floors, or any other new or updated features. Or list any repairs that are needed.
In the comments box, put any information about your plans to buy or sell. Are you planning on selling in one month or six months?
Do you have reasons for selling (financial, relocating, etc) that would warrant a need for a faster sale?
Do you have any other information on the buyer’s or seller’s motivation?
Please note that I compile all the data by hand, pulling information directly from the multiple listing service and local property tax databases, so it can take up to 24 hours.
To get your free Comparative Market Analysis, click here.
