Has trying to sell your home felt like a drag? Here I have some of the best-kept secrets to sell your home FAST! Don't believe me? The clock is ticking, try them for yourself!
- Hire the right real estate agent:
One of the biggest mistakes a seller can do is picking the wrong Realtor. Your real estate agent should be your secret weapon. They need to be well informed and crafty. Make sure you choose someone you trust and can communicate with.
- Think twice about the price"
You need to find out exactly what your home is worth, then consider lowering the price just a little. The real estate market is a bid on bid world. By lowering the price, you will create a buyers' war with multiple bids. With the right Realtor, they’ll bid well over what the home is worth. It’s a risk not everyone is willing to take. With the right Realtor by your side, it’s easily the best decision a seller can make.
- Everyone judges a book by its cover
Curb appeal is everything. Buyers have already judged your house before stepping foot inside. Nicely cut green grass, inexpensive shrubs, brightly colored flowers sell your home. You only get one first impression, it’s extremely important people feel welcomed and safe when approaching your house.
- Make your house lively and bright
After location, the next thing buyers are looking for is a well lit home. Open all your blinds and wash the windows. Trim the trees and bushes that may be blocking sunlight. Replace any broken light bulbs or even consider replacing all bulbs with a higher wattage.
- Quick fixes always pay off
Massively expensive makeovers, not so much. Stick to smaller and manageable improvements if you are planning to sell. Set up a new coat of paint or wash out the gutters. Fix leaky sinks and replace old door handles.
- It’s all about the kitchen
The kitchen is everything when it comes to selling your home. Remodeling your kitchen is the best investment you can make. In fact, you’ll most likely get over 80% of your money back. A buyer may ask $10,000 off asking price because of an outdated kitchen. New cabinets, countertops, and neutral-colored paint are a necessity to a sellable kitchen. One seller trick is to buy one high-end appliance. Why only one? A potential buyer will see the one and assume all the rest are expensive too.
- Take the home out of your house
Depersonalizing your house is one of the most important steps to finding a buyer. The more pictures you have hanging on your walls, the less potential buyers can picture themselves living there. Put all personal memorabilia in boxes for the eventual move. Consider hiring a home stager to simply arrange your furniture to maximize your space.
Your cuddly and loving pet will give buyers the impression your home is dirty. No buyer wants to purchase a home with a bowl full of dog food or a box full of kitty litter. If you are planning for an open house, consider giving the critters a spa day at the local pet hotel.
- Cut your belongings in half
Buyers are sensitive to space. Storage is a precious commodity that seems to always fill up. Before your Realtor shows your home, organize your shelves and cabinets. Empty half of your closet. This way the seller will perceive your home as a tidy place that won’t run out of space.
- Be “show ready” at all times:
It’s a little inconvenient, but it gets the job done. Don’t leave dirty dishes in the sink, and make sure to leave the dishwasher empty. The bathrooms need to be scrubbed and all dusty corners need to be dusted. Always be ready to show, you never know when a potential buyer will stop by.
Follow these easy 10 tricks to sell your home fast!
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