Dawna and Jodi are incredible. They were thorough, communicated clearly, and one step ahead of everyone else involved in the property transaction. We have experienced selling/buying before, and it has always been stressful. This was opposite. I was excited. I was informed, all my questions were answered in detail, and I was supported if I ever got nervous or anxious. If/when we buy/sell again, we will only use Davies Company.
- Find a REALTOR® before you find the house or property to buy, or before you determine the time to sell. There are over 420,000 people with real estate licenses in California (http://www.dre.ca.gov/). You have many choices. Find one who is available, knowledgeable, responsive, and with a schedule and style that fits yours.
- Talk to your CPA and financial advisors to determine if buying a property or selling your real estate is a good choice for your situation. With an ever-changing economy, your income or losses may have changed from prior years, giving you greater (or less) need for the tax benefits that real estate can provide.
- Get familiar with schedules for Cal Poly and Cuesta College to be aware of the expected school breaks. These are times that many buyers are in town with their students and have time to browse. Time your search to avoid competition to your offer and/or time your sale listing to attract more traffic during these times.
- If you are a seller, start preparing for future property photos. Take advantage of the rainy season! If you are preparing your property for listing, start landscape cleanup several months before listing to allow for plant growth and a vibrant yard before the listing date.
- If you are a buyer, start looking before most buyers will expect to start (January-ish). Some properties might have been on the market since before the holidays. Be aware that sellers may get fatigued and could be more receptive to a lower price or terms before the spring season window.