If you are looking to sell your home, there are some considerations you might want to take before you put your house on the market. There are several things homeowners can do to make their property stand out so that they can avoid being pressured to sell for less than they want or to sell too quickly. Selling a home can be a stressful process but taking the time to prepare your home for sale will allow the process to go more smoothly. The following tips and recommendations will very likely put your property a notch above the typical seller.
Clean And Declutter
Giving your home a thorough cleaning and getting rid of clutter will make your home look more attractive to potential buyers and help them visualize themselves living there. Removing things like bulky and ill-fitting furniture can help the space flow and easily let buyers see the square footage available. Storage is something that every buyer is looking for, so make sure you declutter all your rooms like the basement and garage and also organize the closet and pantries.
Stage The Home
Staging your home will allow potential buyers to see the potential of the space available. Staging could include adding decorative items, removing furniture, and setting the dining table for a dinner party. Also, rearranging your furniture helps to showcase the floor plan and maximizes the use of space.
Make Small Repairs
Ensure that you fix any small repairs or maintenance issues that you have been delaying. This includes things like replacing burnt-out lightbulbs, fixing leaky faucets, and repairing damage to walls or floors. This is important in case any problems are discovered during an inspection, as it will give buyers the opportunity to lower their offer or lead to a deal falling apart over issues that could have been fixed from the start.
Update The Appearance
Also, consider making some updates to upgrade the appearance of your home. If your house looks a little run down, consider adding a fresh coat of paint in the interior or exterior (or both), replacing old fixtures, and adding new landscaping. Make sure the grass looks neat and cut, the yard is landscaped, and knick-knacks such as children’s toys are removed.
Price It Right
It is important that you work with your real estate agent to decide the right price for your home. This is because you will attract the right buyers and avoid a long and drawn-out sales process when your house is priced right. Establishing the proper asking price is key to selling your home. Determining the right asking price is often difficult for homeowners, and without help, they often overestimate its worth in the current market conditions – an overpriced home can be a deal-breaker and it won’t sell.
By following the tips above, you can get your home ready for sale and increase its chances of selling quickly and for a good price. HW Realty Group is happy to help guide you through the home-selling process. Contact us today!