Posts with tag 'preparing your house to sell'

If your home is in pretty good shape (i.e. it's decently updated and not in need of a total overhaul), you might think it's ready to go on the market as is. But little things you wouldn't expect can end up being deal breakers. And, when you've got competition, you need your home to stand out for all the right reasons. Give your home a good look and address the little things now before they become big problems when buyers are balking.

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Home values are important regardless of when you plan to sell your home. When you make changes to the home, you need to be aware of what will get you the most "bang for your buck" so to speak. With that in mind, here are ten tips to help increase your home's value.

1. The first being landscape. Landscaping is extremely important to present it to other people. It doesn't have to be extravagant, but maintaining is crucial. Look at some of our other videos for tips there.
2. Fix minor repairs; don't give the next owner a laundry list to do.
3. For a refresh and updated look, paint the walls. Simply and easy!
4. If you plan on making major enhancements to the home, consider updating kitchen
5. Or consider updating a bathroom as those usually have the most bang for your money.

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In today's market, with home prices rising and a lack of inventory, some homeowners may consider trying to sell their home on their own, known in the industry as a For Sale by Owner (FSBO). There are several reasons why this might not be a good idea for the vast majority of sellers.

Here are the top five reasons:

1. Exposure to Prospective Buyers

Recent studies have shown that 95% of buyers search online for a home. That is in comparison to only 17% looking at print newspaper ads. Most real estate agents have an internet strategy to promote the sale of your home. Do you?

2. Results Come from the Internet

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Selling Secret #10: Pricing it right

Find out what your home is worth, then shave 15 to 20 percent off the price. You'll be stampeded by buyers with multiple bids — even in the worst markets — and they'll bid up the price over what it's worth. It takes real courage and most sellers just don't want to risk it, but it's the single best strategy to sell a home in today's market.

Selling Secret #9: Half-empty closets

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