Buyers
Count on us to protect your interests
The purchase of a home is the most significant investment most people make and it can be overwhelming, especially if you don’t know what to expect or how to be sure you’re choosing the right home for you and your family. There are school districts to consider, property values, the condition of the home, traffic patterns and more. And then there’s the house itself – how can you be sure you’re getting a good value for the price? We are here to help you fully explore all of the issues related to your home purchase, from identifying neighborhoods to conducting a thorough home inspection. We’ve even been known to chat up nearby residents to find out more about the street and neighborhood.
Count on us to guide your search
With the advent of online listings, some agents simply point you to the internet and set you loose. At The Bash Group, we actively monitor the available inventory of homes in Kansas City, pre-screening the ones we think are a fit for your needs.
We’re in regular contact with agents from all over the area, so we’re among the first to hear when a new property comes on the market. As lifelong Kansas City residents, we’ve built a large network, so agents often call us to see whether we have a buyer for a home they are preparing to list. They want to work with us, and that means you get information sooner about newly available properties.
We also have a strong familiarity with neighborhoods throughout Greater Kansas City and Johnson County, so we’re up to date on the things you may want to know about areas that interest you, including newer and more established parts of town.
Count on us to provide the resources you need
Once you are ready to make an offer on a home, we’ll use our skills and experience to negotiate the best possible contract terms. We will make sure all of the activities happening simultaneously with lenders, appraisers and inspectors run smoothly, and the lengthy purchase agreements are clear to you. Our experience will guide you through it all, looking out for instances that might otherwise cause delays. When it’s time for inspection and settlement, we’ll help protect your interests every step of the way.
Sellers
Finding your buyer
At The Bash Group, we do our research to determine the right price for selling your home. It may be tempting to choose the listing agent who suggests the highest price for your home, but that price is likely going to work against you. Over-priced homes take longer to sell and when they finally do, they actually sell for less than homes that are priced appropriately. At The Bash Group, we price it right from day one, so you don’t get caught up in complications that delay efforts to find a buyer.
Pricing your home the smart way
To determine the right price for your home, The Bash Group studies similar properties, making adjustments for the unique characteristics of each property. We also track market movements and take stock of the current inventory of homes in Kansas City, all in an effort to come up with an appropriate value for your home.
It’s our job to help you get the most money for your home in a reasonable timeframe and with the fewest hassles. Given our team’s collective experience, along with the volume of houses we sell annually, we are the best choice to price and sell your home.
Many agents sell less than 50% of the homes they list, because they set unrealistically high prices. The Bash Group sells 99% of our listings.
Before we list, we assist
We use a proven combination of marketing strategies that will help bring buyers to your home. But first, we work with you to prepare your home for listing. It’s amazing what a few changes can do to elevate the appeal of your home. It could be anything from fixing a leaky faucet to rearranging the living room.
Years of experience have taught us how buyers think and feel when they walk into a house for the first time, so we know what it takes to make sure that first viewing draws them in. The Bash Group offers a large network of services and people that can help you make your home ready to sell:
- We offer resources to help you with house staging and cleaning services to ensure the qualities of your living space are fully appreciated.
- We recommend repairmen, painters and other workers as needed. We’ll even help you choose paint colors, devise better storage methods or rearrange furniture. Whatever you need, count on us to help.
- Good photography is essential, and our team knows how to capture photos that highlight your home’s form and function on the inside and out.
Elevating awareness in the market
Once the preparation is done, it’s time to go to market. We’ve found that our networking abilities are the most powerful marketing tool we have. As lifelong residents, we know the Greater Kansas City and Johnson County areas well, along with knowing hundreds of agents and thousands of residents. So when it’s time to find a buyer, we employ this network of contacts to help us sell our homes. We know who is considering a move, and we know which agents have buyers looking for certain types of property.
When it comes to generating buzz about a newly listed home, The Bash Group is better connected than anyone.
Elevating the offer through expert negotiations
After all the efforts to clean, repair, stage and market your home, you don’t want the negotiations falling apart at the offer stage. Once an offer has been presented, we use our skills and experience to negotiate the best possible contract terms. In fact, some would say that this is where The Bash Group shines the brightest. We present our client’s case in the most favorable light and tightly manage confidential information, protecting it from competing interests.
The average agent sells less than $604,125 in annual sales volume. The Bash Group sells over $30 million.
Paperwork, inspections and settlement
Today’s purchase agreements run 30 pages or longer and a lot of activities happen simultaneously with lenders, appraisers and inspectors. Rest assured, we will use our experience to guide you through it all, avoiding the pitfalls that might otherwise delay the sale. We’ll also help see things through when it’s time for inspection and settlement, following through on every detail. In short, you can feel secure with The Bash Group managing the entire process on your behalf.
A full-scale marketing program
Daily advertising:
- Appear on both local and national websites, as well as on www.thebashgroup.com
- Multiple Listing Services (MLS)
- A distinctive Prudential yard sign
Networking with buyers:
- Broker/agent tours
- Open houses
- Networking via agents, residents, homeowners, business members, relocation departments and other community contacts
- Phone calls to our network of contacts who are tapped into the Kansas City community and often able to help identify potential buyers
Weekly reports show our progress
Each week, we will provide an updated report that includes showings, market condition changes and feedback relevant to the sale of your home. And when you have questions or concerns, whatever they may be, we are here to answer your phone calls and e-mails.
Why The Bash Group?
We know the Kansas City market and the market knows us. Ask around – you’ll like what you hear about The Bash Group, from clients and fellow agents alike. In everything we do, we strive to elevate the experience for those involved. We know how to get things done in a way that creates trust, respect and mutual good-will. That’s why agents love doing business with us, which means when we list or sell a home, they are quick to take note. For buyers or sellers, that translates to more showings and a faster path to the sale.
The advantages of working with The Bash Group:
- More marketing resources, more attention and more personalized service.
- 36 years of combined expertise and experience.
- Our time and attention are the same with every sale, regardless of price.
- Our team approach translates to a more money for your home in less time.
Whether you’re buying or selling, and whether it’s your first home or your tenth, we are ready to show you what makes The Bash Group one of the most successful real estate teams in the country. Call us today at 913-981-2978 or visit www.thebashgroup.com to sign up for our customized home search. We look forward to working with you.
