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Selling when divorcing was written by Elizabeth for another publication years ago. This topic is very relevant today. In fact, we just sold a property for a divorcing couple. Enjoy … JaCi
There is no reason to let buyers know you are getting divorced when you are selling. If buyers can figure that out, they will offer you less. They will think you are desperate. And let’s face it, some divorcing couples are desperate. They want nothing to do with each other, and the faster their home sells, the better.
But some aren’t antagonistic toward each other, and some divorcing couples aren’t in a rush to sell. Should these sellers be penalized because buyers know their situation? The fact is it’s nobody’s business if you’re getting divorced. You have a commodity to sell. That commodity should be marketed in its best light, utilizing an optimum marketing campaign, just like any other listing.
If buyers know your circumstances, they will circle like vultures after roadkill. Divorcing brings out uncertainty among the parties involved, but it shouldn’t result in sellers shining search lights in the night sky to find buyers. There is no need to advertise the reason to sell. Yet, some divorcing couples inadvertently tell buyers intimate details in ways you can’t begin to imagine.
We work with many divorcing couples. Please call Weintraub & Wallace Realtors with RE/MAX Gold Sierra Oaks today to sell your home @ 916-233-6759.
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— Elizabeth Weintraub
September 11th Is A Day Of Remembering
September 11th is a day of remembering for many people. There are certain days in your memory where you know where you were standing and what you were doing. It was a day I will forever remember. Also, it was my Sister’s birthday. This is a hard holiday for her as she doesn’t feel like celebrating on September 11th. We celebrate her birthday a few days after.
It is a day each year where I tend to work a bit harder. It was a busy day in real estate and so much going on. The year is almost 2/3 of the way over and we are quickly approaching the year 2020. So, September 11th is a day of remembering. It was also a challenging day in Sacramento real estate .There were escrows closing and new listings to work on. The day quickly came to a close. There is always more to do each new day.
If you are interested in buying or selling a home please call Weintraub & Wallace Realtors with RE/MAX Gold. We can be reached at 916-233-6759.
–JaCi Wallace
Should Buyers Inspect Septic Tanks?
Should buyers inspect septic tanks? When making a home purchase, many rural areas do not have public sewer service. In these cases, a septic tank is used, and it is buried under the ground usually down a foot or two. These tanks are recommended to be pumped out 3-5 years, depending on with whom you speak. The more people, the more flushes, the more laundry, the more showers. If you start having a back up, call your septic service quick.
During a buyer’s inspection period, buyers are afforded an opportunity to inspect the septic system. There are many types of systems such as an engineered dosing systems, and most often in Sacramento County you will see leech lines running from the septic.
I had an instance where a buyer did not inspect the tanks as they felt when the time came they would just replace it. In some counties, you can not put in a new tank if you live within a public sewer system area, then the city can force you to hook up and then the buyer is responsible for all the costs. Keep in mind this can be $50,000, more or less.
Another seller I represented used a monthly chemical treatment and thought his septic system was fine. I advised them to do an inspection clean out and they declined. The new buyers did an inspection and the tanks failed. With only 7 days left to close it was an Act of Congress to get the repair completed on time but, we did it. All new system and leech lines were needed. We also had to break out part of the concrete driveway, which cost $5000 and over, resulting in $15,000 in costs at the final hour.
A buyer in Sutter County took my advice and did a septic inspection. The tanks were failing as the leech lines were used up and not working properly. They had to pay to pump out each month until the new sewer came into their area, in about 18 months.
Should a buyer inspect septic tanks? For a $500 expense, it is always a good idea to inspect. You never know what kind of repairs are needed, but often times you can get your money back and then some regarding the cost of inspection. Tanks may very well need some work, even if the tank is still in tip top shape.
If you are selling or buying a home with a septic tank, call Weintraub & Wallace Realtors. We sell buildable lots, ranchettes and 80+ acre ranches. We have amazing companies that perform the inspections and pump outs. Call us today at 916-233-6759. We are with RE/MAX Gold.
— JaCi Wallace
Auburn Rural Real Estate and Mexican Longhorn
Mixing Auburn rural real estate and Mexican longhorn was quite an experience yesterday. I went to visit my son, J.T., after working in the area. He said, why don’t you come over to see my cows at the 100 acres I lease? Sure, I said, thinking: nice photo opportunity. Little did I know, we would be having an adventure.
He loaded up his 4-wheel drive vehicle in the back his horse trailer and off we went. Upon arrival he said, why are my cows looking at me from the neighbor’s property? Yes, the cows had escaped. So, JT, his girlfriend, Leslie, and myself were off chasing cows. I was later given gate duty.
A big black bull with huge horns was about 20 foot from me while I worked the gate to let cows in without letting any escape. This is the picture above that I took so you can see how close I am to the bull. Auburn rural real estate turned out to be awesome. We were fixing fence driving up and down hills and herding cows back home. You never know what a day will turn out like when you visit rural ranches with animals.
If you would like to have a rural real estate Realtor sell your property, call Weintraub & Wallace Realtors — as we even herd cows. It is all in a day’s work. We can be reached at 916-233-6759.
— JaCi Wallace
Dealing with Seller’s Remorse
Dealing with seller’s remorse is an interesing piece written by Elizabeth for another publication. It is true that seller’s remorse happens and they cancel listings. Without motivation a seller may put a toe in the water but will not dive in. Enjoy…
— JaCi Wallace
Real estate agents are used to working with buyers who sometimes freak out when they realize they have actually purchased a home. Sure, looking at homes, writing offers, negotiating, it’s all fun and games until the time comes when a seller says, “Heck, I’ll take your offer.” That’s when the panic sets in — which, by the way, is a normal reaction for a buyer.
But what happens when it’s the seller who pulls a 180 and gets cold feet about selling? Sellers are prone to feeling remorseful as well. Especially sellers who have lived in the home for a long time and have trouble picturing themselves living elsewhere. Often, before the ink is dry on the contract, a seller will begin to wonder, “Oh, my goodness, what did I just DO?” They feel like they can’t part with the home. Do sellers have to sell if they change their minds?
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If you are considering selling your home call Weintraub & Wallace. As a top Sacramento Realtor team with RE/MAX GOLD we will help you through any seller’s remorse. We can be reached at 916-233-6759.
— Elizabeth Weintraub
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