There are a lot of different factors that go into selling a home for the first time that can make it a stressful process, but there are a few things home sellers should avoid for a successful sale. If you’re going to be putting your home on the market in the near future and are hoping for quick success, here are some common mistakes you’ll want to be sure to bypass.
Pricing Your Home Too High
It’s entirely likely that there’s an amount you have in mind when it comes to selling your home, but it’s important that your asking price is in line with the market conditions and what’s being offered. Instead of winging it, check the local neighborhood listings and see what similar homes are selling for so yours won’t be left to linger on the market.
Forgetting The Small Repairs
After you’ve put your home up for sale and have arranged an open house, one of the first things people will notice is the small repairs; like paint chips or loose doorknobs; that haven’t yet been fixed. Instead of letting this negatively impact the offers you’ll receive, complete the little fix-ups before you schedule your open house so potential homebuyers are not turned off.
Missing On Marketing
There are so many avenues for selling a home these days that it can be hard to know which way to go. However, it’s best to consider all of your options and utilize social media to widen the audience you’ll attract. Keep in mind that if you’re investing in a website or brochures, it’s important to hire a good photographer to show your home in its best light.
Selling It On Your Own
Hitting the market on your own can be rife with a lot of questions, so as a first-time seller you may want to consider the services of a real estate agent. While it’s tempting to save the commission, it may cost you in time on the market and negotiating power. An experienced agent know how to market your home professionally to get your home in front of the maximum number of buyers possible. But, more importantly, an experienced real estate agent will be able to head off minor problems before they become major problems plus we also have the negotiating skills to make sure your best interests are always represented.
Selling a home for the first time can be a stressful thing to take on, but by utilizing the right agent and having reasonable expectations, it may be off the market before you know it. If you’re getting ready to put your home up for sale, give me a call to get started – J.P. Cook – 602-320-4253.
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9147 N Kober Road Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
$7,650,000
6
Beds
9
Baths
8,522
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6614273
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Privately gated, modern luxury estate perfectly positioned on over an acre in the heart of Paradise Valley. Expansive ceilings and an abundance of windows creates bounds of natural lighting. Flowing, open floor plan features very private, primary retreat just off the sparkling pool and spa. Entertainer's kitchen with Butler's/Prep kitchen, expansive outdoor patio with kitchen and bar for outdoor dining and cocktails. Four oversized guest bedrooms in main house each with ensuite bathrooms. Massive upstairs great room with private patio overlooking pool and courts. Guesthouse features private patio, full kitchen and living room and separate bedroom. Pool house and workout room near the pool and sport court (tennis, pickle ball, basketball).
19920 W Verde Hills Drive Wickenburg, AZ 85390
$7,500,000
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
5,339
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6527404
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Wickenburg's Premier Equestrian Estate on over 100 Acres of lush high Sonoran Desert with Views in all directions. A magnificent custom designed (by Bill Otwell) and built (by Joe Culhane) Main Residence w/Five Patio's and Extensive Landscaping including s custom built Rock Driveway. Custom designed & built detached Garage w/RV Bay. Guest Home, Horse Facilities.
15 Biltmore Estates Drive Phoenix, AZ 85016
$7,500,000
7
Beds
10
Baths
13,366
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6636402
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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This world-class 1-Owner residence at the Arizona Biltmore Estates was designed by Vernon Swaback, Architect/apprentice to Frank Lloyd Wright and is located on a 1.67 AC view lot on the Estates Course/formerly Adobe. The majestic and timeless home on its resort-like grounds features an extraordinary 2,100+ SF Great Room, recessed wet bar, Kitchen created for event catering, custom limestone columns and surfaces, copper details throughout, 2-powder rooms, Brazilian hand-scraped cherry floors, exceptional millwork, an outstanding Master Suite & spa room, wonderful study, workout room, tv/game. Meticulously built of metal stud walls, steel, topped with a distinctive copper roof and includes a live-in/nanny wing. Main house / 12,503 SF, Guest house / 863 SF or Total living area of 13,366 SF.
5400 E Valle Vista Road Phoenix, AZ 85018
$7,500,000
5
Beds
6.5
Baths
10,519
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6650096
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Highest Home on the south of Camelback with spectacular vistas. Very private gated estate sits on almost 3.5 acres. 10,500+ sf of living, 7 car garage, 12,000+ sf patios with magnificent views floating over Phx & Scottsdale. Main house includes huge master suite, gym, theatre room, wine cellar, billiards rooms, office & 2 very large private guest suites. Negative edge pool & hot tub, BBQ, perfect for entertaining. 2B/2BA Guest home large w/living room & full kitchen. Property also has an art studio, workshop, & storage. An opportunity to do a light remodel but value is in the land. Build a trophy estate on Camelback with the city allowing 37,000+ sf of lot disturbance and little to no pad prep to build the ultimate estate. Sewer to property is currently underway. Best lot on the Mtn.
18 Biltmore Estate Phoenix, AZ 85016
$7,500,000
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
6,581
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6657753
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Welcome to 18 Biltmore Estates! Located along the famed Arizona Biltmore Circle and sitting on a premier 1.23 acre golf course lot with unobstructed views of the Estates Course and Piestawa Peak, this is one of the most desired Biltmore homes to ever hit the market! Through the lush hedges and private gate you will be greeted by a motor court that will lead you to the front door of this European inspired estate. As you approach the door, sweeping golf course views will catch your eye through the home as you enter to soaring ceilings with meticulous coffered wood working details on the ceiling and herringbone pattern oak flooring beneath your feet. The main home features a large open floor plan consisting of 5,629 sq.ft., 3 bedrooms, two bonus rooms, and 3.5 baths all on a single level. As you make your way out back, multiple patios will give you a beautiful vantage point of the panoramic scenery around the property. Quietly set off to the side you will find a 952 sq.ft. guest casita complete with living room, bedroom, and flex space. Designed by the renowned DeCesare Group!
9762 E Covey Trail Scottsdale, AZ 85262
$7,500,000
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
7,805
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6675745
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Scenic elevated ~10 acre Santa Barbara estate with breathtaking views of the Valley of the Sun, fabulous Sunsets and City Light Views can be yours forever. This home features 2 separate Guest Houses, 4 car garage, Great Room, Media Room, 2 offices, wet bar, wine room, and 5 En-suite Bedrooms all on 1 level + Exercise Room on Lower level. Lushly landscaped patios and grand-view pool deck are graced by 3 sparkling water features and Juliet balcony. Main home 3 En-suite Bedrooms open to interior courtyard w/water feature. Every possibility for seamless, indoor/outdoor living has been thoughtfully designed into this High Sonoran Retreat. Golf Membership available to transfer from Seller and furnishings excluding art are available under separate Bill of Sale.
33094 N Northstar Circle Scottsdale, AZ 85266
$7,500,000
5
Beds
6.5
Baths
7,460
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6677713
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Contemporary Desert Modern design, nestled within the Whisper Rock Estates community for a secluded experience, is an estate to-be-built with plans & permit ready for review & approval with the city. Designed in collaboration with renowned architect Platinum Design Studio, Misty Cowan Dwelling Design & to be brought to life by luxury builder Banner Built Custom Homes, this stunning project gives you an opportunity to work directly with the design team to make your custom selections throughout the process or proceed with selections already chosen by Dwelling Design. Situated on a 1.12-acre homesite in an exclusive guard gated North Scottsdale community, the southwest facing property offers incredible views of rock croppings outlined by Arizona sunsets. Featuring 7460 sqft of single-story living, the 6557 sqft main residence offers 4 bedrooms, exercise room & flex room with an expansive kitchen & great room. Floor-to-ceiling windows overlook your resort style backyard offering a pool, spa & water features with the natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert, Winfield Mountain & distant Chiricahua Mountain views beckoning. A wet bar with retractable glass, ample covered patio space with fireplace, & an outdoor kitchen with barbeque make indoor / outdoor entertainment seamless & the ultimate experience in luxury living. The spacious primary suite offers rest & rejuvenation with a Zen-like bathroom complete with Copenhagen cabinets, limestone counters, marble shower, dual water closets & freestanding soaking tub. Visitors have their own separate 903 sqft sanctuary for unwinding with a 1-bedroom guest home, including kitchen & living room, tucked away for privacy. Premium finishes, such as a Wolf & SubZero appliance package, flow throughout the estate. Not to be overlooked, your luxurious collection of cars have their own haven with a 5-car garage & ample parking space to call home.
6107 E Paradise Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85254
$7,500,000
7
Beds
10
Baths
13,700
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6695054
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Welcome to the deal of the century. This estate boasts 1.6+ acres, 13,700square feet, 7 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, 11 fireplaces, tennis court, outdoor paradise, and panache that will exceed your expectations. Truly too much to capture, so plan a visit to see this one. 8 car garage with motorcade entry. Castle esque doors in the main entrance with an impressive entryway and massive chandelier. Your eye will take you right to the resort in the backyard with a 1,300sf pool, water features galore, and hot tub to boot. Amazing entertaining areas out back with a gazebo, outdoor kitchen, tennis, spa, pool, large grass area, and a covered patio with fitness equipment just outside the yoga/fitness studio. Too much to list! Come see this gorgeous estate for yourself. Welcome home!
7044 E Cheney Drive Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
$7,500,000
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
6,564
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6422918
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Spectacular Contemporary new home to be built by Sonora West Development. Total 6,564/s with a 5,595/sf main house and 969/sf guest house. The home includes 5.5 en-suite bedrooms including a large 2 room guest house which doubles as a pool house large enough for a pool table and seating. Buyer can pick finishes if purchased prior the build. High-end appliances with Subzero refrigerator and Wolf stove. The circular paved driveway leads to spectacular courtyard entry. Large covered patio and spectacular backyard with a Ramada, BBQ, fire pit, pool and spa. 4 car garage.
6112 E Quartz Mountain Road Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
$7,500,000
6
Beds
9
Baths
9,372
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6620435
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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PRICE REDUCED $1.5M! This exquisite single-level property offers a blend of luxury and sophistication. Featuring 6 bedrms + 8 bathrms spread across its expansive 9,372 sqft, it showcases breathtaking views of Mummy Mountain, McDowell Mountain, + city lights. The guest casita, complete with a living rm, kitchen, bedrm, + bathrm provides a private retreat for visitors. The main house features 5 ensuite bedrms, a gym, media rm, library, + flex rm ensuring a perfect balance of comfort + entertainment. The spacious chef's kitchen with large white quartzite island also features an additional full catering kitchen. Floor-to-ceiling windows + sliding pocket doors seamlessly merge indoor + outdoor living, while the zero-edge pool, spa, artificial turf + magnificent views create a resort-like oasi $1 MILLION PRICE REDUCTION!!!
6825 N 39th Place Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
$7,450,000
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
6,041
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6542969
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
--
Summer 2024 delivery! New hillside construction, perfectly positioned on a private 1+ acre lot within PV Reserve; an exclusive 24hr guard-gated enclave in Paradise Valley. This Modern Mediterranean hillside residence has majestic sweeping vistas from Camelback Mountain to the twinkling city lights of downtown Phoenix. One of the only hillside homes with a level grass yard. This home has been designed and constructed to maximize the views while also embracing Arizona's indoor / outdoor living style. Spanning 6,041 SF with four ensuite bedrooms exercise studio, and 3-car garage with room for 3-lifts. Separate entrance and covered patio for the guest suite, which is also accessible from the main house. This is the perfect home for a lock and leave or someone who values their privacy. Paradise Valley, Arizona, is a charming town renowned for its exclusive estates, luxury resorts, and stunning desert vistas, framed by Camelback Mountain and Mummy Mountain. Just minutes from Phoenix, the town offers a refined lifestyle with opulent homes, upscale retreats, golf courses, and spa resorts. Strict zoning regulations underscore Paradise Valley's commitment to preserving its natural beauty, creating a harmonious blend of sophistication and the Sonoran Desert environment. This idyllic oasis stands as a testament to the town's unique fusion of luxury living and breathtaking landscapes.
9015 N Morning Glory Road Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
$7,400,000
4
Beds
5
Baths
5,295
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6691280
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Welcome to Southwest Glory, a meticulously restored and redesigned Nance masterpiece nestled on a sprawling 1-acre lot in the heart of Paradise Valley. Modern Nest proudly presents this exquisite 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom home (plus casita) boasting 5295 square feet of luxurious living space. Step inside to discover the perfect blend of Southwest charm and design elegance. The original Saltillo tile floors grace the main living areas, while handcrafted wood flooring and artisanal tiles adorn the rest of the home. Experience warmth and ambiance with 4 fireplaces, seamlessly integrating indoor and outdoor living. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, showcasing custom-designed cabinetry, Wolf and Subzero appliances, and expansive windows overlooking the enchanting patio and lush landscaping. Entertain in style with a completely rebuilt/resurfaced pool, new hardscapes, and a resurfaced full-size sport court with commercial lighting. Indulge in the comfort of an oversized library/den complete with custom shelving and a state-of-the-art sound system. The attached guest casita offers a full kitchen, living space, and an additional private bedroom (5 total) with captivating backyard views. Relish in the comfort of a charming breakfast nook with a fireplace and a butler's pantry featuring a wine fridge, handcrafted tiles and custom cabinetry for optimal storage. The oversized mud/laundry room boasts custom cabinetry as well and dual washer/dryer units for added convenience. Outdoor living reaches new heights with multiple patio spaces, fountains, and cozy fireplaces, perfect for alfresco dining and relaxation. Luxurious lighting complements the meticulously restored wood beam ceilings throughout the home. Retreat to the primary suite, where a separate sitting area, fireplace, and large windows frame views of the back patio's limestone fountain. The spa-like ensuite bathroom boasts marble countertops, terracotta tiles, a freestanding bathtub, and a separate shower with steam capabilities, while the expansive closet offers custom built-ins for optimal storage. Additional features include a three-car garage, ample storage, new landscaping, outdoor lighting/sound system, stucco, and paint. Experience the epitome of luxury living at Southwest Glory - where modern sophistication meets timeless charm. Schedule your private tour today!