Why List With Ken
- Pricing from 40 years of local sales. Ken has watched these neighborhoods through every kind of market since 1985.
- Repair advice that pays. Not every upgrade earns back its cost. You’ll know which ones do before you spend a dollar.
- Financing know-how. As a licensed mortgage professional, Ken spots buyer-financing problems – FHA and VA requirements, appraisal gaps, condo approvals – before they derail a closing.
- A backup plan. If showings or repairs aren’t realistic, you already have a written cash offer to compare.
What’s Included
- A written pricing analysis using recent nearby sales
- A prep plan: what to fix, what to skip, and what it should cost
- Listing on the MLS through Samson Properties, with exposure to major home search sites
- [Confirm marketing package: professional photography, floor plans, video, open houses]
- Negotiation, inspection, appraisal, and closing coordination
- Remote-friendly closings for military families and out-of-town heirs
Listing vs. Selling As-Is
| List on the Open Market | Sell As-Is for Cash | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Usually highest gross price | Usually lower, with no repair costs |
| Repairs | Targeted repairs often pay off | None |
| Showings | Yes | One walkthrough |
| Timeline | Typically longer; depends on market | You pick the closing date |
| Certainty | Depends on buyer financing | High |
Commissions are negotiable and set out in a written listing agreement.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you price my home?
With recent sales of similar homes nearby, adjusted for condition, location, and current buyer demand – explained in writing.
Do I need to make repairs before listing?
Not always. Ken will tell you which repairs are likely to return more than they cost, and which you can skip.
Can I list and still get a cash offer?
Yes. Many sellers like having both numbers before deciding.
Do you work with military families and estates?
Yes – including remote closings and personal representatives handling probate sales.
Get Your Free Side-by-Side Comparison
Tell us a little about the property. It takes about two minutes, and Ken follows up personally.
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Ken Bossard is a licensed real estate agent with Samson Properties (District of Columbia license #SP98374090). Listing services are provided through Samson Properties under a written listing agreement. Equal Housing Opportunity.