When it’s time to sell your home, you need to be as prepared as possible. That means finding the right real estate agent, but there’s much more to the issue than that. You also need to get the house itself ready, and make sure you’re prepared for what buyers may ask for as you move through the process. The more prepared you are the easier things will be for you to get your home sold and move on to what comes next for you.
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Clean, Clean, Clean
The cleaner your house is, the more buyers will feel like it has been taken good care of. That can lead them to buy your house over other homes they look at. If you don’t have time to clean or you have physical issues that prevent you from doing it, hiring an individual or a service to handle it for you can be well worth the money you’ll spend.
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Be Open to Showings On Short Notice
While it’s not always possible to show your house on short notice, the more you can do that the better off you’ll be when it comes to getting your house sold quickly. Getting your house ready to sell means having a conversation with your real estate agent about how often, when, and with what level of notice you can show your home. It often pays to be accommodating, if possible.
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Rearrange, Organize, and Declutter
Moving furniture, clearing off tables, and getting rid of clutter all matter. The more open and welcoming your house is, the more buyers will generally like it. You also need to consider removing things that are tied to your family, such as pictures and specific knickknacks. If you have a lot of religious or political items, these should be put away, too. The more neutral and comfortable your home is, the more potential buyers can see themselves living there.
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Get That Curb Appeal Going
Curb appeal is so valuable when trying to sell your home. If your lawn needs mowed or the paint on the front door is peeling, it’s time to fix those things. That way you can catch the interest of buyers right as they pull up to your home. The more they like it from the beginning, the better your chances of keeping them interested as they move through the home.
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Think Carefully About What You’ll Accept
When it comes to how much you’re asking for your home, there’s generally some room for negotiation. If you’re not sure what you’d accept as an offer, that’s something to consider before you put your house up for sale. You don’t want to make snap decisions that you may regret, so think about what you’re willing to take beforehand.
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Make Any Obvious, Needed Repairs Before You Sell Your Home
A home inspection could turn up issues, and there are changes your buyers may want to make, but if there are needed repairs that are obvious to you, do them before you sell your home. That way it looks like you’ve taken good care of it, and buyers will appreciate that. It can make a difference in getting your home sold.
Michael Dunphy
Pillar to Post Home Inspectors
75 Pinon Rd West Ridgway, CO 81432
970-640-5370
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