Accurate home valuations are essential for both buyers and sellers, as they help to determine the fair market value of a property. While there are a variety of methods and tools that can be used to assess a home's value, using tax records to find sales that were not listed the MLS listing service can provide a more accurate and comprehensive understanding of the property's value.  

Tax records provide valuable information about a property's legal characteristics, such as square footage, and the number of bedrooms and bathrooms. This up to date information can greatly improve the accuracy of the the valuation process and ensure that the property is being fairly valued.

Many agents sell properties that do not get recorded on the MLS listing service which is what is usually used to assist in the reporting of comparable sales. The added value of searching the tax records for additional sales, provides more accurate data to ensure that the home is being priced appropriately based on the current market trends.

Overall, taking the extra step to use tax records to find additional comparable sales can help to provide a more accurate and reliable home valuation, which can be beneficial for both buyers and sellers. I hope you found this information helpful!  

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While open houses can be a useful tool for generating interest in a property, they may not always be the best option to get maximum exposure for your property. Here are a few reasons why you may want to consider skipping the open house and why I generally don't entertain the idea of conducting an open house:  

1. Security concerns: An open house can attract a wide range of people, including potential thieves who may be looking to scope out the property.  

2. Privacy issues: An open house can be an invasion of privacy, as strangers will be coming through your home and potentially looking through your personal belongings. As much as we like to think that everyone coming to an open house has good intentions, as a real estate broker: we cannot guarantee that.  

3. Non-Buyers: The reality is that most of the people that are going to be inside your home during an open house are not looking to purchase it. Open houses tend to be for curious neighbors, and/or real estate agents looking for other buyer or selling leads.   

4. Limited benefits: Of course history has proven that an open house can bring a buyer to your home, but targeted advertising through social platforms such as this tend to show greater percentages for positive outcomes. Most buyers like to do their online research when looking for a home and leaving the process up to chance is not the best strategy. I believe it is better to promote your home's unique characteristics through intense social media and print advertising to attract buyers actually looking in your specific neighborhood.   

In conclusion, while an open house can be a useful tool for some sellers, in my experience, it is not not always be the best option. You don't need 200 people looking through your house when targeted marketing can bring you a more serious buyer that is specifically looking for a property like yours. When someone is genuinely interested in seeing a property, they contact myself or another licensed real estate broker to schedule a private showing which is always the best practice when selling a property. It's important for you to weigh the pros and cons and consider whether an open house is worth the time, effort, and potential privacy concerns.  I hope you found this information helpful! 

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When I represent both buyer and the seller, I am able to effectively communicate and negotiate on behalf of both parties to ensure that everyone's needs and interests are being met. This can be very helpful to eliminate possible misunderstandings and hopefully avoid potential disputes. My goal is to get a referral from each party after the sale is closed, which is the ultimate sign of a successful transaction. 

By representing both parties, it allows me to fully understand the motivations and priorities of each side, which can help me to find creative solutions to achieve a win-win result. I have an extensive list of local past clients whose testimonials serve as proof that my system works.  

Overall, my goal as a real estate broker is to make the process as stress-free as possible for my clients. By representing both parties, I am able to provide an extra level of personalized service and attention to detail that can make a significant difference in the success of the transaction. As a licensed broker, I have a fiduciary duty to represent both parties fairly. Not every licensed broker has experience in this type of negotiation, but a significant portion of my $200 million in sales has been through representing both buyer and seller in the same transaction.  

If you are considering buying or selling a property in the South Bay, I encourage you to reach out to me to learn more about how I can help you achieve your real estate goals. Thank you for watching, and I look forward to hearing from you soon!  

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Boyd E. Jeffery  Real Estate Broker 

DRE# 01225553 

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