It's About the Basics: Tips for Selling Your Home
It might just mean the difference between selling within a month and selling within a year.
Here are some basic tips from State Farm on selling a home:
Set your price carefully
Too high and buyers may not consider it, too low and you're selling yourself short.
Don't do major remodeling
Don't break the bank preparing your home for sale. Pricey items such as a new roof may be big hits with buyers, but rarely does the buying price end up. When possible, stick with the simpler (and less expensive) options rather than major remodeling.
Make a good first impression
Curb appeal is important. Keep your lawn and landscaping neatly trimmed, weeded and watered. Check for things such as peeling paint, foundation cracks or loose shingles; fix what is needed. Clean the windows. Maybe give the front door a fresh coat of paint. Add a few flowers in the spring and summer and in the fall/winter keep the walks cleared of leaves and snow.
Clean!
Seller's commandment:
"thou shalt clean". Remove all clutter from every room, including closets. Have a garage sale! Paint walls and trim if necessary. Clean all windows, light fixtures and ceiling fans. Bathrooms should always be squeaky clean. Inspect and make any necessary repairs to the plumbing, heating, cooling and electrical systems. Highlight the bath and kitchen by selecting some attractive new towels, curtains or cabinetry knobs.
...And keep it clean
It's hard, but it's necessary.
Light it up
When showing your house, provide plenty of light and make your home a warm, welcoming place. Open the curtains to let in the sunshine. In the event of an evening showing, make sure you have ample lighting available in all areas. Fresh cut flowers make a nice addition, and a pleasantly scented house is very inviting.
Go away
Many agents and potential buyers would prefer that the seller not be present during a showing, to avoid limiting the buyers' conversation or making them uncomfortable. Children and pets should also be absent or out of the buyers' way during a showing, if at all possible.
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It\'s About the Basics: 7 Tips for Selling Your Home
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