Recenlty Sold

3351 Gunzen Dr., Cortland (incl Crtlndvl), Cortland, List Price $109,500, Sold Price $109,000 Assessment $90000, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths

Recently Sold

174 Burns Rd., Caroline, List Price $119,500, Sold Price $115,000, 5 bedrooms, 2 baths

129 Burleigh Dr., Ithaca (Town), Northeast, List Price $349,000, Sold Price $338,000 Assessment $249000, 5 Bedrooms, 3.5 baths

295 Irish Settlement Road, Dryden (Town), Dryden Central, List Price $224,900, Sold Price $220,000, Assessment $179000, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths

Negotiate a Winning Offer

When you are ready to purchase a home, I will negotiate on your behalf to help you get the best house your dollar can buy. I can act as a buffer to minimize the emotional elements so you can enjoy the process.
When you make an offer on a house, the seller can accept it, reject it, or counter it. If the offer is too low, the seller may reject it outright. Or the seller may counter the offer, naming a price or other specifications that are more in line with his or her expectations.
If a property is in strong demand, it may receive several offers. Then the seller may choose to accept the highest one or the one from the most qualified buyer.
Here are some tips to make sure your offer is accepted in any market:

* Be pre-approved by a lender, not just prequalified. This strengthens your position.

* Provide a substantial earnest money deposit. This is “good faith” money that shows the seller you are serious about the property.

* Limit your contingencies to those most important to you, such as financing, inspections, and the sale of your current home if necessary.

I'll be happy to answer any questions you might have about the property, the offer, negotiating, or the buying process. Part of my expertise is negotiating. I will work diligently to help you find and purchase your new home. Call or email me when you are ready.

Diane McLaffertyAssociate Broker -GRI, ePro
Warren Real Estate(607) 330-5243
diane@warrenhomes.com
www.soldonithaca.com
http://soldonithaca.blogspot.om

Listings Sold 2/21/06-2/22/06

577 Main St., Enta, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, SqFt. 2409, List Price $139,900, Sold Price $133,000

10 King Rd., Ithaca, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, SqFt. 912, List Price $115,000, Sold Price $100,000

15 Groton Ave., Freeville, 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths, SqFt. 1482, List Price $109,900, Sold Price $108,000

1700 Slaterville Rd., Ithaca, 3 Bedrooms, 1 Baths, SqFt. 1625, List Price $144,900, Sold Price $144,900

STEPS TO A SUCCESSFUL CLOSING

Here are the steps to close the sale once the purchase and sale agreement has been signed by both parties. Please know I will walk you through this step by step to make sure this is a smooth and enjoyable process.

Step 1 - Removing contingencies: The most common contingencies are financing and the sale of your current home. These conditions must be removed or waived before the sale on your new home can close.

Step 2 - Appraising the property: Your lender requires a formal appraisal to confirm the value of the home you’re buying, to be used as collateral to secure the loan.

Step 3 - Preparing closing documents: Most often real estate attorneys prepare documents that confirm the transaction, pro-rate funds, and so on.

Step 4 - Signing closing documents: Even after both parties have signed closing documents and deposited funds, the sale may take a few more days to close.

Step 5 - Recording the deed and disbursing funds.

Step 6 - Welcoming the moving van.

Step 7 - Receiving the keys from the seller.

There are many opportunities for surprises or delays in the transaction. Part of my expertise is troubleshooting problems that may arise. Please email or call me if you have any questions or you would like more information.

Diane McLaffertyAssociate Broker -GRI, ePro
Warren Real Estate
(607) 330-5243
diane@warrenhomes.com
www.soldonithaca.com

Reports detail pollution on Emerson property

Check out this Ithaca Journal article ...

Reports detail pollution on Emerson property
Neighborhood sewer lines also raise toxin concerns

http://www.theithacajournal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060218/NEWS01/602180326/1002

Ithaca Area Homes Sold 2-17-06 to 2-18-06

8034 Old Lake Rd., Lodi, NY - List Price $280,000 - Sold Price $250,000 - Assessed Value $151,000 MLS# 110345

436 N. Tioga St., Ithaca, NY - List Price $164,900 - Sold Price $156,500 - Assessed Value $142,000 MLS# 110420


Call me with any questions or if you would like more details on these or any other properties...Diane 330-5243

Maximize Your Profits and Minimize Your Hassles

For many people, selling their home is a stressful experience. When you are ready to sell, my goal is to help you sell your home for top dollar, with the least amount of inconvenience to you. I like to eliminate the worry, so all you have to do is pack!

The way to reach this goal is to price the property accurately for the marketplace and get your property into its best condition. Many buyers nowadays work long hours in their jobs and want a home that is ready to move into without a lot of fix-up.

Please feel free to call or email me if I can provide you with a home price evaluation or even take a moment for a “walk through” of your home to see what you might do to prepare your home for sale.

Proper pricing and a home that is in “show shape” will help you sell your home more quickly, eliminating some of the hassles and maximizing your profits.



Diane McLafferty
Associate Broker -GRI, ePro
Warren Real Estate
(607) 330-5243
diane@warrenhomes.com
www.soldonithaca.com