Most people who are trying to sell their home want to get top dollar on it, for obvious reasons. Here are a few tips to make sure you get a good deal when selling your home.
1. Price it right. A good real estate agent can help you a lot with this step, so make sure you hire a reputable professional who will work in your best interests and help you get as much for your home as possible. Find out what your home is worth, then consider taking off up to as much as 20% off the price. Yes, that sounds risky, and it does take a lot of courage to do it, but even in the worst markets, this strategy has proven to be effective, as buyers will come flocking with multiple offers and may even bid the price up to more than what it’s worth.
2. De-clutter your home, get rid of any bulky or unnecessary furniture, and clear out your closets until they are almost half empty. Storage is something every buyer is looking for, and make no mistake, they WILL open cabinets and closets while viewing your home, so make sure everything is clean and tidy to give them the impression of lots and lots of space and storage.
3. Be smart with upgrades. Quick fixes such as putting on a fresh coat of (neutral!!) paint and replacing door handles, cabinet hardware and fixtures will always pay off and help you get top dollar, whereas more substantial makeovers may not. Work closely with your real estate agent to figure out which upgrades are necessary and will pay off, and which ones you can do without.
4. Always be ready to show. Once you decide to put your home on the market, it will need to be ready to show at all times, because you never know when your buyer is going to walk through the door. Keep it sparkling clean, don’t leave dirty dishes in the sink, don’t leave messy clutter laying about, and sweep and vacuum regularly to make sure there aren’t any dust bunnies lying around.
5. You’ve heard the expression first impressions count. When selling a home, the first impression is often the ONLY impression that counts. Boost your home appeal by making sure its exterior is in tiptop shape, so that buyers will be tempted to take a closer look inside.
If you are planning to sell your home, let The Incorvaia Team make the process as easy as possible for you. Call us at 440-879-7130 today!
