Contract Negotiation by Brad Sinclair Flat Rate Realty Peterborough

Hi Brad Sinclair here with Flat Rate Realty. I created this blog to talk to you about what you must expect from your Realtor on contract negotiation. I see way too many home owners pick their Realtor based on the recommended list price. This is such a huge mistake. As a Realtor my job is to make sure your home is marketed and exposed more aggressively than everyone else along with having excellent negotiating skills to get you the highest possible price and put the most money in your pocket. We net our home sellers thousands more in their pocket than the average Realtor because we have the most aggressive marketing strategy; we negotiate extremely hard for our clients, always putting their needs first. Most Realtors will get an offer and beg you to take it not because it is in your best interest, but to be honest, it’s because the average agent is selling less than 6 homes a year, is broke and needs the commission check. This is not how we operate, we are looking out for your best interests, not our paycheck and sometimes it is in your best interest to turn down or counter an offer if we are confident we can get you a higher offer.  I have helped hundreds of families accomplish their real estate goals and the only way to have this level of success is by providing world class service and always putting our clients’ needs first. For a 100% no obligation, no hassle and absolutely no pressure listing interview contact us anytime and we would love the opportunity to interview for the job! Thank you and have an amazing day!

Editorial for Cottage Country Connection Magazine "what is going on with our market"

If you have ever passed by the free magazine that is distributed throughout our area named "Cottage Country Connection" and did not pick up a copy for yourself you are missing out on a great magazine. This magazine is glossy and packed full of articles, photos and amazing advertisers. I recently wrote an editorial for this magazine and I would like to pass it on here if you did not get a chance to read it:

What in the world is going on in our market?

 

As you may know or have notice, it doesn’t take long after a “For Sale” sign goes up to see a “SOLD” sign very quickly follow. If you recently been involved in a transaction you really have seen firsthand what has been going on with prices. Days on the market are down, inventory is down and prices are way up. Why?

I have read and been told that the 407 extension to the 115 is bringing in all those commuters and it is changing our market and driving up price. I strongly disagree that this is the case. When I break down the numbers it reads a story that is hard to explain. Let me tell you what I see. It all starts with inventory. Inventory is down. Inventory numbers from Jan-Sept reads as follows; (2014) 5337 Listings, (2015) 5079 Listings and (2016) 4332 Listings. Basically a drop of 14.71%. Now, units sold reads like this; (2014) 2328 units, (2015) 2710 units and (2016) 2832 units. This is an increase of 4.5% An increase of 4.5% of units sold is not an explosion of population and sales because of a toll highway extension. I would say the 4.5% increase is the Millenniums age group getting into the real estate market. The real question is why is inventory down 14.71%? I am only speculating by saying it is a blip in our market. I believe that the inventory numbers will return to normal next year. Peterborough and Area sees very little spikes and dips. Our market runs slow and steady and have done so for years.

Now don’t get me wrong. Once the extension of the 407 is complete, we may see an increase of population but I think we will see more of our local people stay in the area and not leave for better jobs as access is better. Things are looking bright for us in our area. Please embrace it, do not complain about it!

To find the Cottage Country Connection website click here.

Fantastic site and free maps to explore Ontario Highlands on Motorcycle or Driving

If you like to plan day trips or multi day trips to explore our beautiful area check out www.ridethehighlands.ca. Ontario's Highlands will provide you a great planning map that will be mailed to your home address free of charge. This map has is very detailed trip routes including; The Highlands Loop, Deep Valley Run, Dynamite Alley and Rideau Ridge. Each route is marked out with Mileage, Duration and Highlights.All business and attractions have been designated as motorcycle friendly.

The website features area history, must see areas and downloads. Lets support this great initiative and pass on to your friends and family.

Happy Riding!

Brad Sinclair