Tricks of the Trade
When selling your home, there are many small details, trade secrets and market influences that have a large impact on your ability to sell. With a Realtor, like me, you're better positioned to sell your home because no aspect will be overlooked.
Here’s Five Things No One Told You About Selling Your Home.
Empty Your Closets
A majority of buyers are looking for space. Start by decluttering closet spaces or plan ahead and rent a storage unit. Then, begin to take items to the thrift store or storage unit to cut down on the quantity of items hiding your home’s beauty. This will showcase areas of your home as larger than than normal to potential buyers, and it’ll also save you time during your move.
Focus on Web Appeal
Web appeal is the new curb appeal! By the time a buyer makes an appointment to come tour your home, they will have already toured the entire home via online photos. This is why it is so important for your home to look it’s best when listing photos are taken. Secondly, outstanding features to the home should absolutely be posted including outdoor kitchen, family and gathering areas and other unusual and valuable amenities.
The First Two Weeks are Vital
The first two weeks are critical for sellers. If you think you will price your home high and adjust as needed, think again. Homes received four times the amount of traffic during the first two weeks after being initially listed than any other time, so make your first listing count. A property that lags on the market for too long is a red flag to buyers and will cause concern.
Be Ready at All Times
It's important to be ready for a showing at any time. In today’s market, buyers are eager, competitive, and ready to make decisions. They may be willing to drop everything they are doing just to your your home the moment they see it. As a result, be diligent about cleaning up after meals, and don’t leave laundry around. Each time you leave the home, have the mind set that someone could come tour while you’re gone.
Sweeten The Deal
Remember, we are still in a moderate seller’s market, so don’t get too excited about high selling prices and absolute cost savings. If your home still needs some work, repairs, or items to be completed, it may benefit you as a seller to offer buyer concessions such as a home warranty or pre-sale inspection to share with buyers.
