Atlanta’s Top Real Estate Agent 2005 Judy Ballard

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Designations 

Judy Ballard has received her designation as Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, CLHMS. 

This designation differentiates Judy as unique and better able to meet the needs of luxury home buyers and sellers and capture more of the market share in the important luxury home market.

 

Other designations achieved by Judy are as follows:

 

GRI – Graduate of REALTORS Institute

CRS – Certified Residential Specialist

CRP- Certified Real Estate Professional

Awards 

Judy has also been honored with many awards throughout her career. 

Chairman’s Club:  Membership in the Re/Max Chairman’s Club is the highest single year commission honors that Re/Max bestows upon a Sales Associates. 

Top 25 Individuals:  This Award is given in recognition of your dedicated effort, high production, and substantial contribution to Re/Max.

Atlanta’s TOP Real Estate Agents 2005:  Named Top Selling Real Estate Team by the Cobb Board of Realtors for 2005.

Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate:  Inclusion in which is limited to those individuals who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their own fields of endeavor and who have, thereby, contributed significantly to the betterment of the contemporary society.

Top 25 Re/Max Agents in Georgia

100% Club – Top 1% of Realtors in the Nation

Phoenix Award – 10 Consecutive Years in the Million Dollar Club

 

These designations and awards assure you that Judy Ballard is among the top professionals in the real estate industry.

AVOID THE TOP TEN LARGEST SELLING MISTAKES

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Serious about selling your home? Read about these common mistakes that home sellers make:

1. PRICING TOO HIGH: It is no secret, price is everything. Overpricing does more to discourage buyers than any other single factor. When you overprice, you put your home in competition with homes that may be newer, larger or have more amenities than yours. You help your competition sell their home. This leads to long days on the market, and costs you, the seller, money in the long rum. Make sure you get your pricing advice from a professional agent who knows the market.

2. POOR CONDITION: A home that is in ill repair, or otherwise poor condition, does not excite buyers. A home like this is looked at by buyers as a work project and money pit. Having your home in good repair and great showing condition will significantly improve your chances for a sale at top dollar value. Having your home inspected by a termite and dry rot inspector will also have a positive impact on buyers.

3. POOR CURB APPEAL: Most buyers today want to drive by. If your home is an attractive drive-by it will gain more attention and certainly more showings. Doing the little things to help your homes curb appeal will make a huge difference.

4. DREARY DARK HOMES DO NOT SELL:  Buyers like updated light and bright homes. Dark carpets pant, and curtains are often buyer turn-offs. Go though your home and remove clutter; touch up and update paint, counter tops, and carpets. Open your home up and make sure the sun shines in. Offensive odors from pets and smoking are also huge turn-offs to most buyers. Rid your home of offensive smells by burning scented candles and create a pleasant aroma. The most important rooms to concentrate on are the living room, family room, kitchen and master bedroom. Your entire home’s atmosphere is set off by these rooms

5. DO NOT OVER-IMPROVE. Get your home in good showing condition, but don’t over do it. Huge projects such as complete remodels of kitchens, adding decks, and expanding room sizes may not pay back your investment. Before you jump into a huge improvement project, get some good advice.

6. BE FINANCEABLE: Bad roofs, exterior paint, or structural problems may make your home un-financeable. The wider the scope of financing that your home can qualify for, the higher the overall market value. Remember- government programs like VA and FHA will be the pickiest.

7. GET GOOD ADVICE AND GOOD MARKET EXPOSURE: Hiring a professional agent will help you get your home priced right, and also will get you started in with the best fix ups. A strong agent will get your home exposed to the largest number of potential buyers. Paying the agent fee is often the least expensive part of selling your home. Trying to sell your home yourself can be costly. Most “for sale by owner” homes close for less than comparable homes listed with an agent, and you have no representation.

8. DON’T BE PRESENT DUING SHOWINGS: When your home is being shown, go for a drive or a walk. Take yourself, your family, and pets and let the agent and their clients have freedom they need. An agent can always do their best job showing your home when you are not underfoot. Buyers are more at ease and much more likely to spend their time looking at your home features and benefits.

9. LET YOUR AGENT DO THE NEGOTIATING: If there is ever a good reason to have a veteran agent working for you, it is during the negotiation of your home sale. A good negotiator can mean thousands of dollars to you, and will protect your interests. Don’t let your emotions run wild during negotiations. Try to separate your emotions from your business side. Remain cool and calm during this time.

10. ACT FAST WITH OFFERS: When you do get an offer on your home, act quickly and decisively. Letting offers sit around without acting can be a huge mistake. Things can change quickly in the mind of a prospective buyer. Acting quickly while the excitement and interest level are at a high point can be very important. Typically, a buyer’s motivation level decreases with time. Buyer’s remorse can even set in. Acting in a timely manner is essential.