Tips to Sell Your Home Faster!
Want to upgrade but are concerned with your ability to sell your current home? Homes in the Capital Region are still selling, however if you would like to speed up the process and maximize your selling price, here are a few tips to follow.
A recent study by HomeGain listed the top four improvements, in terms of return on investment,
- House should be clean and de-cluttered.
- Lighten and brighten each room.
- Stage the home for sale.
- Landscape the front and back yards.
The most important thing is that buyers must see the home as a place they would want to live in and enjoy with as little effort as possible.
Many of the best improvements are low cost. Washing windows, painting, cleaning (or removing) carpets, and finishing floors are almost always uncomplicated and relatively simple.
Is Your Home Ready to Show?
First impressions last. And homes that look their best tend to sell faster and command every dollar they’re worth. When evaluating what might need attention, get an honest opinion from a qualified agent, appraiser or staging specialist. All too often an owner is too comfortable with their surroundings to afford a realistic perspective. Use this checklist when preparing and showing your home for sale.
- A fresh coat of paint for home, garage, even fences - may be the one improvement that creates the most positive first impression.
- Lawn trimmed, clear of debris.
- Gutters sealed and downspouts clean.
- Tidy front entrance. Door brass polished, worn trim or rusty mail box painted.
- Storm windows and screens cleaned. New doormat put out.
- Painting inside walls can pay dividends far beyond the time, effort and expense involved.
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- Tend to "little things" - oil squeaking doors, tighten loose cabinet knobs, take out removable stains, replace damaged floor tiles.
- All windows, doors and drawers should open and close easily. Repair any cracked or broken windows. Fasten loose tread plates, clean soiled carpeting.
- Make certain that the home looks great from the street. Many buyers will drive by before making an appointment for a showing and even minor problems may turn them away.
- The kitchen is the one place in the home that buyers look at closely. Tighten leaky faucets, repair faulty wall switches, outlets, light fixtures and any appliances that will "go with the home."
- The bathroom gets close scrutiny too. Keep it spotless. Tiles scrubbed and grouted, faucets polished, toiletries and medicines in their chest.
- Clean windows and clear, uncluttered closets and basement contribute to a more attractive home.
- Clear out accumulated items from closets, cabinets and under counters - also from the garage.
If you’re not sure, contact a professional Realtor®. Realtors® are aware of the most important things in your market and can help you identify possible improvements that will reap you the most benefit.
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