Getting the Best Offer on Your House

With demand remaining strong, this spring could be the perfect time to place your house on the market in preparation for a move to an Erickson Senior Living community.

As the planning and moving consultant at Oak Crest, an Erickson Senior Living community in Parkville, Md., I meet with prospective residents--most of whom have lived in their houses for 30 or 40 years--who are looking for a knowledgeable, experienced real estate agent to help them sell their house. Luckily, they've come to the right place!

By working with the planning and moving consultant at your local Erickson Senior Living community, you will receive a list of preferred real estate agents to choose from. Then, working together as a coordinated team, we will help you sell your house for top dollar and plan every detail of your move, resulting in a stress-free experience.  

Expert support and help

Each preferred real estate agent is carefully vetted to ensure they provide the highest standard of customer service, which goes far beyond simply putting a "for sale" sign in your yard.

Once you research your options and select a preferred real estate agent that meets your personal standards, they will meet with you to determine what your house is likely to sell for, how long it might take to sell, and what steps--if any--you should take before listing.

Erickson Senior Living's preferred real estate agents boast years of experience, meaning that they are very familiar with housing market trends and the zip codes they specialize in. This valuable knowledge often results in quick sales for prospective residents. So, no matter who you choose, you will be in trusted hands!

Sooner is better

If you're not quite ready to list your house, that doesn't mean you have to wait to connect with a preferred real estate agent. In fact, there are a range of benefits to establishing a relationship with an agent ahead of time.  

Meeting earlier will help you obtain a realistic price point for your house based on current sales data, which can determine the kind of floor plan you look for later on.

It can also help you identify any prep work that could be done to positively impact your home's sale price. If any updates are suggested, our preferred real estate agents will work closely with you to keep costs down and maximize the return on your investment. But often, a fresh coat of paint and new carpet go a long way.

In your favor

Currently, the seller's market is very strong. Inventory continues to remain low, meaning that houses are selling quickly. I anticipate this trend to continue throughout the spring and into the summer.

As a result, the best advice I share is to schedule a meeting with the planning and moving consultant at your local Erickson Senior Living community. As a Priority List member, this comprehensive consultation comes at no charge and with no commitment.

Together, we will help sell your house, plan for your move, and keep the entire process as stress-free as possible!

Find an Erickson Senior Living community near you to learn more about the planning and moving resources available.