We had worked with John Poltrock previously, so when we needed to sell our home, we called The Poltrock Team. John advised us how to make our house more sellable by suggesting little things that count. Always upbeat, professional and consistently hard working to sell our home. We recommend The Poltrock Team very highly!
~~David & Joyce Ellis, Murphy, NC
Selling a house in Murphy, North Carolina, or any area for that matter, is really hard when it stinks. Both literally and figuratively! If a buyer’s nose is negatively assaulted by a strong smell when they arrive in a house, they’ll often leave with a bad impression no matter how perfect everything else is. I’ve literally shown houses where the buyer took two steps inside, then turned around and left over stench.
There are all kinds of offensive odors which stand out in buyer’s minds. Something you may have become completely desensitized to will stick out like a red flag and cause buyer not to purchase your
house. Common foul odors are:
Some smells can be particularly challenging to destroy, and for those, we have vendors who can take care of the worst of the worst. However there are easy things you can do to make a world of difference and ultimately contribute to hanging a SOLD sign in your yard.
Febreeze works miracles! This is one of our top secrets to make your home smell fresh and inviting to a buyer. Don’t get any “fancy” sprays or scents that particularly stand out (many folks think you’re trying to hide something if its too strong), but rather the original Febreeze seems to work the best. It doesn’t particularly standout nor is it overpowering. It makes for a fresh, clean house worthy of buying. I would encourage you not to use anything that smells stronger than Fresh Baked Cookies.
Get rid of the perpetrator! If you have a pet bed Fido has been using for the last 15 years, it may be time to go shopping for a new one. If you have covers on sofas, curtains, soiled rugs or carpeting, or any other fabric needing to be washed, now is the time! Then, maintain it with Febreeze.
As part of our service to you, we won’t sugarcoat smells! If something stands out to us, we will tell you so you can identify and take action. The nose is a sympathetic organ and can omit alerting you to a smell, especially if it has been around a while. Don’t take offense! Rather, as constructive feedback. Our goal is selling your house for the most money in the shortest period of time, and bad smells can definitely cause the opposite if you’re unaware of an issue.
Please give us a call or contact us here and let us help stage your house so you can get the best results and ultimately get your real estate sold!
When we bought our first house here in Murphy NC, it was a foreclosure and there was maybe one light bulb in every room that actually worked. It made showing it miserable and difficult. In fact, I tried to sell it no less than three times to different buyers before I made an offer on it, and no one would buy it! I decided it worked wonderfully for my family, so Jessica and I purchased it.
Perhaps I’m wrong; I suspect a major reason it didn’t sell is because of how poorly it showed. There were obvious things wrong with it: disgusting carpet, it needed staining outside desperately, the basement wasn’t completely finished, and a few other things. It was all cosmetic. The location was prime, repairs were reasonable, and the price was right. I, to this day, believed it didn’t sell for one simple reason – light bulbs.
Too simplistic? Perhaps; perhaps not. Lightbulbs are one of the most overlooked yet effective tools in showing a property. In fact, anyone who has ever had their house listed for sale with me has probably heard me say, “When you have a showing, turn on every lightbulb in the house. I want it to look like the house is on fire!”
If you’re selling your house here in Murphy NC and surrounding, or anywhere for that matter, make sure that every light bulb in the house works. It may sound like a no brainer, yet you’d be amazed how many houses we show where there’s no light working in the stairwell, the kitchen, bathroom, you name it. Switch broken and that’s why the light won’t turn on? Replace it. This is simple, yet important.
The lightbulb itself matters. You want something in 3000k range of light. The “old fashioned” incandescent light bulb is the standard, yet is getting hard to find. It turns on to peak output instantly and provides a comforting, warm light. You do not want the “spaceship blue” lights as I call it (I believe the industry calls it Cool Blue or something of that nature). You also do not want the curlicue fluorescent light bulbs… unless you set the stage for each showing. The light itself is fine in terms of output and color, however they tend to take a significant period of time to warm up and reach maximum output. By then, your prospective buyer is gone and on to the next room and didn’t get the best impression, whether they realized it or not. LED’s work great – instant on, easy to find color temperature, however can be cost prohibitive. When it comes to selling, or not selling your house, a light bulb is certainly worth the cost.
Don’t overlook the little things: lightbulbs go a long way. Want to know what else it takes to sell your house? That’s what we are here for! Call us on the number below or contact us by clicking here and we will guide you on what it takes to get it sold!
If you are considering selling your house, now is the best time we have seen in years to do so! The real estate inventory is at historic lows, meaning you have the greatest opportunity and odds of selling because buyers have the fewest houses to choose from since 2007+/-. It also has the added benefit you are able to get more money than in the past. It’s a great time!
Areas that are getting great results selling houses:
We’re getting this question a lot and, the short answer is NO! Many home owners wait to sell her house in springtime. What will happen is the inventory levels will rise as much as 20 to 30%. That will give home buyers far more choices and less opportunity and urgency for you to sell. If you’re considering selling, I see no benefit to waiting. I would encourage you to act now to get the greatest impact and likelihood of selling. Can we help you? Please fill out the form below or call us at 1-866-Murphy-NC or 1-866-687-7496. We’re here to guide you on your specific situation and property. We’re here for you!
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We found out about The Poltrock Team through their mail advertising and decided to sell our house in Murphy NC with them because of their record of sales successes. We found The Poltrock Team to be courteous, honest, thorough, and actionable. They were also prompt in their responses and maintained great communications. John gave us an honest appraisal and was helpful in obtaining the home inspection and corrections of minor home issues. We would ABSOLUTELY work with The Poltrock Team again!
Kenneth Symonds
Woodstock, GA
We found out about The Poltrock Team from a referral we received and decided to sell our house in Murphy NC with them because of all the sales they have made. The most helpful thing they offer is their very open and honest conversations!
We are so appreciative of their being so active in this sale’s process. John’s advice about power washing the exterior was spot-on! The Poltrock Team also replies to phone calls and text messages without delay. It makes for an excellent experience, and ultimately, closing.
Thank so much and Happy 2015!
Gerald & Lorraine Cook
Lake Worth, FL
The Poltrock Team – REMAX of Murphy NC – www.MyMurphy.com –JohnPoltrock@gmail.com – Call us Toll Free at 1-866-Murphy-NC or 1-866-687-7496 – Murphy’s #1 Real Estate Team
I decided to work with The Poltrock Team because they represented RE/MAX, and I knew that RE/MAX had the coverage that my home needed. Immediately, I liked John’s attitude!
The Poltrock Team went above and beyond by having a representative check on my house when I could not be there for health care reasons.
Everything was handled well – nicely and helpfully. John has a nice persona and makes one feel cared for. His team helped to find a family that bought my farm who are exactly what I prayed for. I hope they love it as much as my husband, family, and I did!
Dianna Hale Atlanta, GAWe found out about The Poltrock Team from a “local business advertisement card” 
and decided to work with them after seeing #1 Real Estate Team on card.
John made the experience of selling a deceased family member’s Murphy NC home absolutely painless. He not only made good suggestions for making the house more marketable, but took care of engaging reliable contractors to do the work at very reasonable prices, and very quickly! I am not a Murphy resident, so this was invaluable to me. He stayed in touch with me and kept me informed. Once the house was on the market, he actively engaged prospective buyers, and truly made it happen. I had a check within 3 months! Other realtors I’ve dealt with over the years get the house on the market and pretty much forget about it
I asked John on my initial meeting with him why Poltrock was #1…He told me he has 10 dedicated full-time realtors who are very motivated to move properties. I truly know now why the Poltrock Team IS # 1! They aggressively work to sell your home! Hands down, I would use them again and highly recommend this team to anyone needing a realtor!
Trina White Jefferson, GAWhen it comes to selling a home in Murphy, NC, you’re selling one of your largest assets in life. It’s a big deal and should never be handled an amateur. Just like any profession, there are great Realtors and just plain bad ones. There are a few questions you can ask to help ensure you get the best possible, and here they are! Feel free to ask us these 
questions!
Other considerations to ask yourself:
Looking to sell your property? Call us! We’d love to help and share our experience with you so you have a good experience and get results.
The Poltrock Team – REMAX of Murphy NC – www.MyMurphy.com–JohnPoltrock@gmail.com – Call us Toll Free at 1-866-Murphy-NC or 1-866-687-7496 – Murphy’s #1 Real Estate Team
When it comes to selling real estate in Murphy, NC, timing can certainly be a factor. As with any real estate market, Murphy has a “busy season” and times that are historically not as busy. When putting your house for sale, it’s a great idea to capitalize on activity.
The answer is a resounding YES if you find yourself asking, “Is October a good time to sell my home and/or real estate in Murphy?”
Why, you may ask? October is one of highest traffic months of the year. Many prospective buyers are coming to town to enjoy the many things there are to do this time of year. The changing of the seasons brings out the spectacular change of color in the leaves, the frequent festivals such as the Folk School Fall Festival, and the wonderful weather are just a few of the draws that makes October a very busy month. There are so many things going on and the area is so beautiful, many people simply fall in love and want to buy real estate so they can continue enjoying all there is anytime they desire.
If you’re planning, or even considering selling your property, October is a great month to act and ensure your house is available for sale.
The Poltrock Team – REMAX of Murphy NC – www.MyMurphy.com –JohnPoltrock@gmail.com –Call us Toll Free at 1-866-Murphy-NC or 1-866-687-7496 – Murphy’s #1 Real Estate Team