10 Tips for Getting the Most Out of Selling Your Home

Selling your home can be very stressful, maybe even more than having to purchase a home. People who are buying a home are generally looking for something to fit into their dreams for the future. If you are looking to sell your home, and to sell it quick, there are several steps to ensuring that the selling process can be as simple and painless as possible.

With that in mind, here are 10 tips for selling your home:

1. Price

Pricing matters, and has a huge impact on how quickly you can sell your home. One trick that can be risky is to sell your home for under its market value. This will set you up for a bidding war, where you can potentially get more than what the home is worth. This can sometimes be a great strategy, even though most people think that selling high is their best strategy and then lowering if they need to.

2. Depersonalize Your Home

It is hard to make your home someone else’s dream home if you have pictures of your own family all over the place. Move pet bowls out of sight, remove memorabilia, collections, and any personal keepsakes that you may have around. You can also consider hiring a professional stager who knows exactly how to maximize your home’s potential and make it more appealing to buyers.

3. Paint

Paint is a cheap and easy way to refresh your home. Avoid bold colors and designs, as your personal taste that may be unappealing for others. You may want to consider painting the rooms a neutral color to give buyers the blank canvas that they are looking for.

4. Realtor

You will want to utilize a realtor that has a great record for selling homes. Realtors can easily help you purchase a home, but it takes an amazing seller to help seal the deal for you. The worst thing you can do for yourself is get a realtor that is not up to date with the other homes on the market in your area. You may want to consider one that is particularly tech-oriented so that you know they have the tools to be on top of everything.

5. Watch your Upgrades

It can be tempting to make huge improvements around your home in order to up the value. However, this does not always work out in your favor and you may not get a good return on this investment. Replacing cabinet hardware, fixing any leaky faucets or pipes, and properly cleaning your floors to really make them shine are all things that you can do to help add some value to your home without spending a fortune.

6. Always Be On Sales Call

You never know when you are going to get the call that someone wants to view your home. As a result, be sure to always have it cleaned and ready for a walkthrough. This can be a hassle to keep your house in a constant state of clean, but it is an efficient way to ensure a sale.

7. Curb Appeal

Do not underestimate the importance of curb appeal. This is the first impression of your home. As potential buyers drive up, they will have an immediate reaction to the home and this can have a huge impact on your sale. You can up your curb appeal game by having nice shrubs and beautiful flowers. Keep the exterior of your house clean and welcoming for your buyers.

8. Lighting

The devil really is in the details. Even details like the lighting fixtures in your home can have an impact on selling your home. Keep your lighting fixtures new and up to date in order to showcase your home and let it shine.

9. Important Updates

Bathrooms and kitchens are big for sales. If either looks completely outdated, you will need to consider improvements. These do not have to actually be huge ones, as stated previously, but definitely consider putting some effort here.

10. Listing Photos

The photos that are found on your listing can be what draw buyers to your home in the first place. Make sure they highlight the best parts of your home in a flattering way. This is not a job to be done with your smartphone.

By following these tips, you can sell your home quickly and stress free!