7 Reasons Your Home Won't Sell

1. You've overpriced your house

This is the main reason your house won't sell. Most buyers will have done some research, either personally or through their realtor, and will know what market value is for most homes in the area. Try to be objective when determining the true value of your home and steer clear of letting any emotional attachments hamper your better judgement.

2. The real estate market is saturated with homes for sale

You might be having a hard time selling your home because there is simply too much competition at the moment. Once supply is high, the demand for your specific home will naturally not be as high as if it were only one of few like it for sale.

3. There are too many personal touches in the home

Buyers prefer to purchase a home that they can easily make their own. If at the time of your open house you have lots of eclectic decor out that might not transcend well with others' tastes, you're making harder for potential buyers to imagine the home as their own. Try to keep the decor as minimal as possible when showing your home to potential buyers.

4. The house isn't in a great residential location

Real estate is all about location! Unfortunately, this is something you can never change and the only way to get around this sometimes is to lower the selling price a bit to keep potential buyers interested.

5. Your home needs some repairs and updates

Once any imperfections are visible to your home or it seems outdated, it won't sell very quickly. Its a good idea to do any repairs or updates necessary in your home before an open house so that buyers can see a home that will last them a lifetime, instead of a constant work in progress.

6. Your home smells

An odor is always a bad sign and an immediate turn off to potential buyers. The smell could just be coming from the trash or from lifestyle habits like smoking or pets - it doesn't matter. Any odor in your home will rub buyers the wrong way. Ensure your home is free from any unattractive sights and smells when on the market.

7. There is no insulation in the house

A home is supposed to feel comfortable to its owners. So if your potential buyers come during the summertime and their in a pool of their own sweat, they'll immediately be turned off from the home thinking its too hot to live in. Likewise if its winter and the house is very cold inside. It would be very uncomfortable living in any of these temperature extremes. Ensure your home is at a comfortable temperature when showing it to potential buyers.

Beautiful Home for Sale in Placencia Belize

Placencia is quickly becoming one of the most sought after places to live in Belize. Its southern location on a peninsula makes it ideal for home owners who want a true "beach house" experience. This beautiful 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home in Surfside, Placencia is the epitome of beach house elegance and charm.

The home sits on one of the largest lots in the southern tip of Surfside with amazing views of the Caribbean sea and Maya Mountains across the Placencia lagoon. The lot size is 78' X 237' X 135' X 230'. The home itself provides a whopping 4,562 square foot of living space with a 20' X 35' garage.

The home was recently built in 2008 and is two stories with 4 bedrooms, 2 and a half bathrooms and a den. The main floor features an open floor plan with a modern kitchen. All the included appliances are like new, so they're guaranteed to provides years of service. A large sea-side veranda lines the outside of the living room, as well as the dining room and two main floor bedrooms. Off the living room is a den which can be converted into an office or an additional bedroom.

The second floor of this home has the master bedroom which has an en-suite bathroom and balcony. The fourth bedroom is also located on this floor and also has a balcony. Just above is the sky deck which provides 360 degree views of the entire peninsula.

All the floors and sky deck are fully tiled. The kitchen and bathroom counter tops are finished in marble. There is great natural light in every room of this house which enters through huge windows.

The home comes equipped with all municipal utilities and a 1,588 gallon cistern to store additional water. The yard is fully landscaped with a wide variety of flowering plants, trellised walk ways, tropical trees and a garden area. There is also an outdoor shower so you can take a refreshing rinse after swimming in the sea. The deck is ideal for outdoor entertainment, equipped with a large gas BBQ and plenty of counter- and storage space. The fenced property has a circular driveway  with a two-car palapa garage and utility building.

Contact the Belize real estate agent for more details on this luxurious beach property.

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Turnkey Business for Sale in Cayo, Belize

This thriving, profitable business for sale is a resort in the Blackman Eddy Village in Cayo, Belize. The resort features 4 cabanas, restaurant and an owner’s residence. The property is directly beside the Belize River, 8 miles east of San Ignacio Town and 8 miles west of Belmopan. It is nestles atop a tropical hill that gives breathtaking views of the area.

Specs

Included in the sale of this resort are:

• 3 fully furnished rental units with handcrafted furniture;
• 3 bamboo outdoor showers;
• 2 outdoor toilets;
• 1 owner’s residence with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and kitchen with appliances;
• 1 fully furnished apartment with 1 bathroom;
• A fully furnished, 24-seat restaurant;
• 1 thatch structure with hammocks.

The property also has access to all major utilities like cable TV, phone, electricity, water and internet. There are two backup water systems on the property, as well as a well landscaped garden including plants and fruit trees like papayas, orange, bananas and limes.

This resort is ideally located nearby lots of tourist attractions, making it very appealing to guests. Some of the best attractions in Belize are only a few minutes’ drive away, like the Mountain Pine Ridge, Barton Creek, Mayan Ruins and Spanish Lookout.

Public transportation is readily available at regular intervals near the property making it very accessible. Being nestled in this village, gives guests a unique experience during their stay. As a testament to the resort’s superior quality, it has received a “Certificate of Excellence” from TripAdvisor in 2014.

If you’d be interested in an expansion of the property, the land size gives enough room for the addition of additional cabanas or a pool. There is an adjoining property for sale that is over an acre which, if bought, can combine with this property to make about 3 acres of total land.

The lodge is currently a family-run operation. Because of its quaint size, it is easily managed while bringing in constant revenue. The property is set up for longevity and constant revenue generation.

To find out more about this recently reduced property, visit CPC Real Estate Solutions Ltd.

What to Look for when Buying A House

Buying a new house is a big deal. It’s a huge investment and you need to make sure you’re choosing a house with all the right components to fit your lifestyle, now and in the future. When you’re touring for a future home, some questions you should be asking yourself are “Does this house look and feel like home?” and “Could this house really be my dream home?” Apart from those basic questions, here is a list to keep in mind when buying a house.

Space

The first thing you should be sure of when buying a house is the size and space it offers. It’s always a better option to have more space rather than less. Ensure there are enough bedrooms for your family to be comfortable, your furniture would be able to fit without making the space seem cluttered, the kitchen is big enough for more than one person to move around in and it has enough prep space, and finally that the home provides enough space to grow.

Features

Think of what a typical day for you would be like if you were already living in that house. Make a list of all the activities you would normally do and cross check the house’s features to ensure that it has everything you need in a home. If you have a green thumb and enjoy gardening, an important feature of the house for you would be enough outdoor space with good soil. A nice storage shed would come in handy for lots of outdoor gear and tools. If you have dogs, a fenced-in yard would definitely be a plus so they have room to run around. Aside from enough bedrooms, you should check to see if the home has space for an extra laundry room, office or workout room if those things are important for you to be comfortable.

Proximity

This is a biggie! Finding the perfect home includes its proximity to places you visit most- work, school, shopping and recreation. Do a mock commute to and from work at the same times you normally would to get an idea of how long it would take and the traffic you’ll encounter if you buy the house.

Amenities

Amenities here include those inside the house as well as those in the neighborhood. Check the age and condition of the appliances (refrigerator, stove, washer, dryer, etc.) as their condition will determine whether you’d need to have extra money to replace or service them. Other important appliances to check in the home are the A/C units and water heaters. These items are very expensive to fix or replace, so it’s important to determine their condition when buying a home so you can know if you’d need to a lot a budget for maintenance. 

If you're looking to buy a home in Belize, be sure to get the help of a certified agent at CPC Real Estate Solutions Ltd.