Should I Sell My Murphy NC Home Furnished?

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Tastefully Decorated Cabin Decor
Tastefully Decorated Cabin Decor

There are a lot of home owners who wrestle with the question, “Should I list and sell my home in Murphy NC fully furnished?” When it comes to working with real estate buyers, this question doesn’t have a direct answer because there are a couple considerations that come in to play.

Is your furniture nice and will it target your likely buyer? Then you certainly need to consider the option of selling it furnished. If it’s cabin furniture in a nice chalet or something of that nature, then you’d better believe it will help. If you want to keep some pieces for yourself, you need to say so in the listing or leave a “Detail Sheet” that will specifically tell them what goes and doesn’t.

Does it clash? You don’t want Florida beach decor in a mountain cabin, and believe me, people try to. If it doesn’t fit the look and style of your home, it’s likely that it will hurt you and you need to get rid of it.

Is the furniture junk you don’t want to move? Although an abrupt and direct question, if its junk and you don’t want it either, the buyer probably doesn’t want it either. In fact, it may be advantageous to get rid of your furniture and spruce it up. You can donate it to many organizations who will appreciate it, like Christian Love Ministries. You’re paying for professional service, so ask your Realtor what to do – what to keep, get rid of, etc.

Not sure – it’s not junk and not sure if the buyer will want it either? Ask your Realtor. Also, I would encourage you to separate the furnishings from your listing. In other words, put “Furnishings Negotiable” on the listing. That way, if they want them, you can work out a separate agreement while keeping them out of the real estate side.

Each case can be different, so be sure to hire a professional who can not only sell your home in the mountains – but can also guide you through the process and coach you on how to capitalize the best from your investment. If you don’t have a Realtor, call us!

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John Poltrock finished 2009 in the Mountain Lakes Board of Realtors Million Dollar Club

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John recieves his award from the Board of Realtors President
John recieves his award from the Board of Realtors President

John Poltrock is officially a Lifetime Member of the Million Dollar Club with the Mountain Lakes Board of Realtors! This award is presented for selling well over a million dollars worth of real estate in 2009.

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What is the difference between a Branch, Stream, Creek, Crick, and a River in Murphy NC?

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Water – it’s one of the most desirable features of any piece of real estate. It’s not hard to get used to the gorgeous, burbling splash of water rushing through a creek – but that leaves a question. Internet pictures of land and homes for sale can be so deceiving. It can look like a river on the computer to find out someone had a garden hose upstream and a camera with a close zoom – disappointing! So when you get to Murphy, NC, here’s what terms you can expect to hear on running water.

What is a Branch?

A branch is a local term used to describe a very small water feature. It’s like a creek or a stream – only much smaller. In most cases, you’ll find it to be only a few inches wide – often less than 6 inches. This term doesn’t give you any guidance as to the volume of water flowing through it – I’ve seen some that have water screaming through it!

What is a Stream?

A stream is slightly larger than a branch and can still often be called a creek by folks. Technically, if it is less than 60 feet wide, it can be called a stream. However, most of the time people call smaller flowing water streams.

What is a Creek?

This is what you get when you live in the mountains of NC!
This is what you get when you live in the mountains of NC!

Creeks are one of my favorite water features here in Murphy, NC. There’s such a wide range of what’s available. We have many creeks that are home to native and stocked trout. That’s good fishing! 🙂 They also vary in size – some are very big and rival the size of rivers while others are just barely big enough to where you could jump over them.

Some of the most reputable and largest creeks here are Hanging Dog Creek, Fires Creek, Owl Creek, Shoal Creek, and several others.

What is a Crick?

Think localism for the word creek.

What is a River?

Most folks know what a river is. Rivers are designated bodies of water and there are three of the them in Cherokee County, NC – the Hiawassee River, Nottley River, and Valley River. All of them are gorgeous bodies of water with the Hiawassee being the largest of the three. You can find many fish in all of them – including trout!

Are you looking for water front property in Western North Carolina?

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John and Linda Tuttle Look for Realtors – and after many Bad Attempts finally get The Poltrock Team in Murphy NC

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If we had to sum up John Poltrock in one word, it would probably be integrity.  We came to John after having been with 2 other Realtors for 10 months.  The previous Realtors did almost nothing to promote or sell our house.  We did not see Realtors in a very positive light after our negative experiences with the previous ineffective Realtors. 

JT and Linda Tuttle
JT and Linda Tuttle

We read about the Poltrocks on the Internet, about their credentials and success rate, and hoped we were making the right decision in choosing them.  It was hard to stay positive when the market was so poor.  I believe when John took over our property, there were approximately 800 houses for sale in the Murphy area and over 200 were 2 bedroom 2 bath chalets like ours.  We were very discouraged at times and John kept us pumped up.

We were angry and annoyed at times when difficult decisions had to be made, but John always dealt very tactfully and professionally with us taking great patience to explain the housing market and the necessity of doing things to keep our house in the running.  We loved our house and had taken very loving care of it since originally we had planned to retire in Murphy.  Plans changed, however, and we had to put our house on the market in the worst of times.  It seemed like a very long struggle, and it was considering we paid an extra mortgage for 18 months (10 months before John took our house over, then 8 months until it was sold).

John got our house up and out there right from the start.  He used all kinds of techniques and was diligent in promoting our house.  We were very happy to see potential buyers finally coming through our house.  It still took a long time to get THE buyer, but there were so many times that we thought it would just never sell, even though it is a beautiful, new house in a great subdivision.  John’s efforts never wavered.

When the right buyers did come along, there were still difficult decisions to make.  But John continued to patiently explain things and encourage us in the direction that would complete the sale.  We are very happy that we listened to John because he knew what he was talking about and he gave us excellent advice.  My only regret is that we didn’t find him 10 months sooner.  My husband and I would wholeheartedly recommend The Poltrock Team to anyone who wants to get their house sold. 

P.S. John is a really nice guy, too.

 John & Linda Tuttle
Pinellas Park, Florida

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Jeff and Dawn McCurdy Get Great Results Selling their Home in Murphy NC

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The Poltrock Team is very professional and knowledgeable They go above and beyond what you would expect from a Realtor. They’re honest and work hard – and that can be hard to find. We will definitely use them again whether we sell or buy real estate here in Murphy, North Carolina.

Thanks guys – you’re great!

Dawn and Jeff McCurdy
Murphy, NC

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It’s Hard to Believe – 1.36+/- Unrestricted Acres for Sale with Creek and Mountain View in Murphy NC

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Here’s a wonderful lot that you won’t find very often! And don’t let the price scare you – it’s not a bottom of the bucket property – the owner just wants it sold! You can take advantage of this HUGE opportunity that is really one of those where you snooze, you loose.

This property has a nice ridge view that slopes down to a beautiful creek so you’ll be able to enjoy your view year around. With approximately 1.36 acres, you’ll have lots of room to build what you want, when you want!  It is totally unrestricted, so you’re able to put anything you want on it- a mobile home, a cabin, a modular, an RV, a camper – you name it!

If you’re interested in this property act fast before it’s gone! At only $6,500, someone is going to snatch it up quick, fast and in a hurry.

This property is now SOLD!

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Wayne and Jennifer Selk bought an Awesome Tract of Land in Murphy NC with The Poltrock Team at REMAX

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The View from the Selk's Homesite
The View from the Selk's Homesite

WOW, did we get a deal! We bought a great tract of land in Eagle Mountain and lucked up finding John. It turned out he was the listing agent of the land we purchased, and we went with him to keep our transaction simple. He did a great job keeping us abreast of all the issues and questions we had during the transaction. The septic system was a little bit out of the ordinary, and he was able to assist us through the entire process so that we had a permit when we closed our real estate purchase. We would absolutely use The Poltrock Team again!

Wayne and Jennifer Selk
New Port Richey, FL

Keith and Marla Sold Their Home and Recommend The Poltrock Team at REMAX in Murphy NC

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From the moment we met John and Jessica, we knew we found the right Realtors. We found them almost by accident! Our old real estate agent would send us all the properties that sold every month – and we kept seeing the Poltrocks on the listing and selling side! When our listing expired, we knew we had to call them.

Their professionalism, energy level, and attention to detail brought about a quick sale of our home, even in a down market. They constantly communicated with us to let us know what was going on, and at this point in our lives and with such a huge change, we needed and great appreciate it. We would highly recommend them to anyone wanting to buy or sell a home in Murphy, North Carolina.

Keith and Marla
Formerly of Murphy, NC
Now Moved

Price Reduction on Great Unrestricted Land for Sale in Murphy NC

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Tree Trimming will give you a GREAT Mountain View!
Tree Trimming will give you a GREAT Mountain View!

We have a great tract of land that was listed at almost $25,000 that’s now less than $20,000! It’s totally unrestricted in a great area. This parcel features some great mountain views, has a septic permit, utilities, and so much more!

Read the original article about the land for sale in Murphy NC and CLICK HERE to see more pictures and information on this property for sale!

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Valley River Walk Mountain View Lots and Creek Lots for Sale between Murphy NC and Andrews NC

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Can you imagine waking up to this view every morning??

Valley River Walk community now has lots for sale that are great buys! At the peak of the market, there were many lots priced in the 6 digit range – and now you can buy even the best ones for less than $40,000!

This gated community features some spectacular mountain views, creeks, ponds, city water, septic permits, underground utilities, and much more! The access is spectacular with its proximity to 74 – and you’re right between Murphy, NC and Andrews, NC! This is the best of both worlds, so your real estate will certainly have THE location! Not only that, every property has community access to Valley River so you can trout fish and really enjoy the best of Western North Carolina!

CLICK HERE to visit our real estate listings for sale in Murphy NC and browse all the available pictures, prices, and lots that you can buy and you’ll be amazed at just how far your money will take you!

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