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Selling your home quickly and at the price you are asking is every homeowner’s dream.

 

While the real estate market may seem like it is complicated and ever-changing, there are several constants to keep in mind when embarking on the home selling process.

 

 

Be certain to consider the following rules of thumb when your home is on the market:

 

Tidy Up.

Be sure that your home is neat and tidy before potential buyers

arrive. Give your home a once over and make sure that nothing is getting

in the way of buyers being able to see how well loved and cared for your

home is. Dirty or cluttered homes typically turn buyers off quickly, and the

extra time you put into cleaning up will be well worth it.

 

Hit the Road.

Never remain at home during showings or Open Houses.

Your goal is to get buyers to explore your home, perhaps lingering to

imagine the possibility of living there themselves. You being there could

make them uncomfortable, leading to a shorter visit. For sure, you will be

curious, but it’s easy enough to get any feedback from your real estate

agent right after the showing.

 

Price to Sell.

Often the key to how quickly a home sells is directly related

to its price. It is extremely important to set a realistic, competitive price that

will attract buyer attention. Your real estate agent can provide you with

pricing recommendations based on local market conditions and sales of

comparable properties.

 

SOURCE: Weichert Insights

Homeowners who are selling their home in the summer months should make an effort to highlight their home's usable outdoor space.

Summertime means barbecues, outdoor fun

and lots of sunshine, flowers and greenery.

The commonality among all of those rites of

summer is that they draw attention to a

home's landscaping and outdoor spaces.

Homeowners who are selling their home in

the summer months should make an effort to

highlight their home's usable outdoor space.

In addition, sellers with their home on the market during the summer should keep

these considerations in mind:

• "Stage" your backyard so that buyers can envision themselves relaxing

and entertaining there. Power wash your deck or patio as well as your

outdoor furniture, replace worn-out cushions and make sure to have a few

simple outdoor accessories.

• A fully landscaped yard will save buyers time and money. Ensure your

front and back yards appear maintained by trimming overgrown trees and

shrubs, and making sure your lawn is manicured regularly.

• Inside, keep your home cool for showings and Open Houses. Setting the

air conditioner to a comfortable level, or using fans and opening windows

to let in a cool breeze, will help buyers focus on your home and not how

warm they are.

• Guard against heat-related smells by emptying all garbage cans and fully

cleaning your home before any showings, focusing specifically on

bathrooms, laundry rooms and kitchens.

SOURCE: Weichert Insights

 

Holiday Decorating Tips for Sellers
Should Sellers Give Up Their Holiday Traditions?

Many families start decorating for the holidays during the upcoming Thanksgiving weekend. Sellers with their home on the market during the holiday season shouldn't feel the need to give up their holiday traditions. In fact, sellers should not forgo decorating their home for the holiday. People expect at least some decorations, plus they add warmth to a home.

The key is to decorate in a way that won't turn off buyers, and the following tips will help sellers strike a good balance:

• Too many decorations mask a home's selling points: architectural details, condition, location and price.

• Avoid too many personalized decorations. The goal is for buyers to visualize themselves celebrating the holidays in the home.

• Choose an elegant, neutral palette of fresh greens, silvers, golds and classic whites. Avoid too much red and green.

• Take down decorations within two weeks after the holidays.

Happy decorating!

SOURCE: Weichert Insights

A Little Paint Goes A LOOONG Way!

New paint makes the entire home smell clean and neat, and can bring sellers top dollar. If your home has chipped paint, exposed wood, or surfaces that looks faded, it's time for new paint. If your carpet is worn, dirty, outdated, or an unusual color or style, you might consider replacing it.

Many houses do not sell because of these problems. Don't think that buyers have more money than you to freshen up a home. They typically don't. They will simply look elsewhere for a home that needs less work.

Please let me know when you are ready to sell and I can help you prepare your home for today's market.