How to Sell Your House Faster Than Your Neighbors
May 1, 2017
Right now – across the U.S. it is a seller’s market – which means inventory, in most areas, is low and the demand is high. Even if you don’t feel the pressure to drop your home price – you should still be concerned about the inventory competition in your area. Being strategic about how you list and market your home could be the difference between someone buying your home or the one next door. Here are some tips for how you can differentiate yourself.
Clean
This is possibly the cheapest and most practice tip on this list, but cleaning and opening windows can be an instant draw to someone comparing homes. Especially now that the weather is nicer, open your windows, vacuum, dust and put away clutter in order to allow the prospective buyer to not be distracted by unpleasant smells or dirty laundry.
Stage
It may feel over the top to stage your home, but time and time again, this proves to be one of the best ways to make a home appealing. You can hire a professional stager or you can stage yourself. But, the first step is to remove clutter, take down personalization (pictures and mementos) and then start setting up your home as if you were going to be hosting the Queen of England. Consider fresh flower delivery, storing furniture that is too large or outdated and pay attention to the details like table settings and accessories.
Focus on The Curb-side View
After you’ve spruced up the inside, don’t forget the outside. Some people will invest in landscaping services when they put their home on the market – because it seems to be well worth the price. Realize that first impressions really do matter when we’re talking real estate. Plant flowers, sweep your porch, paint your door or buy planters. Any added color of life will go a long way. Be sure to tidy up any hoses and take down yard ornaments to ensure your home looks like a clean slate.
With these tips you will surely beat out the neighborhood competition and secure a buyer quickly. So, when that happens – and you’re ready to move – be sure to give us a call so we can make the next part of your journey an easy one.
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