Selling a home is always a big job, but these days it seems even more difficult because the real estate market in many areas is still very slow. There are some tricks and tips that can help your home stand apart from the competition and sell as quickly as possible.
You often see "For Sale By Owner" signs in someone's yard, but generally this is not the best way to sell a home. Realtors have great contacts and know how to price a home and get it ready to sell. The trick for you is to select a great real estate agent, someone whom you truly trust. If you are selling a home is the East Bay region, consider contacting the team at 1stInSite. They are experts in selling Orinda real estate, Lafayette real estate, Walnut Creek real estate, Moraga real estate and all other cities in Alameda or Contra Costa counties.
After you have found that great realtor, it is important to listen to what they have to say. Their advice is sometimes difficult to hear, particularly when it comes to the dcor and state of your house. You might love those orange polka dot velvet curtains and your collection of collectible dolls and thimbles, but the average buyer cannot see past your possessions to imagine living in your home. In addition, you might want to grab a really high price for your home, but this might not be realistic. You need to look at the comps in your area and determine how much your home is worth based on the comps, condition of your home and its location.
Be sure your agent is tagging all the bases when it comes to advertising. Currently, people shop for their homes online as well as using the services of a realtor. Make sure your home is listed on sites such as Zillow, Trulia and Redfin, as well as places such as Craigslist. Even better, make sure that what is shown online presents your home in the best light possible. The pictures need to be as perfect as possible, showcasing the best elements of your home's interior and exterior.
Most people will be turned off by a home that is dirty or disorganized or filled with personal clutter. Even though the reality is that you can clean and spruce up this home after moving, those first impressions are huge. Before it goes on the market, get rid of all of the clutter including cleaning out closets, your pantry and cupboards. Have the carpets professionally cleaned and hire someone to wash windows and perhaps even your curtains and upholstery. Clean up your yard and the garage, as well. A home that looks well-maintained and clean always sells faster than a dirty mess of a home.
You also can generate some interest by offering clever incentives. Some sellers will offer to cover a larger portion of closing costs or perhaps provide a credit. You also could tell sellers that you will pay for three to six months' worth of landscaping or perhaps offer to have the house professional cleaned. A home warranty that can be transferred to the new owners is another item you can offer that might be the deciding factor for a buyer between your house and another home.
You often see "For Sale By Owner" signs in someone's yard, but generally this is not the best way to sell a home. Realtors have great contacts and know how to price a home and get it ready to sell. The trick for you is to select a great real estate agent, someone whom you truly trust. If you are selling a home is the East Bay region, consider contacting the team at 1stInSite. They are experts in selling Orinda real estate, Lafayette real estate, Walnut Creek real estate, Moraga real estate and all other cities in Alameda or Contra Costa counties.
After you have found that great realtor, it is important to listen to what they have to say. Their advice is sometimes difficult to hear, particularly when it comes to the dcor and state of your house. You might love those orange polka dot velvet curtains and your collection of collectible dolls and thimbles, but the average buyer cannot see past your possessions to imagine living in your home. In addition, you might want to grab a really high price for your home, but this might not be realistic. You need to look at the comps in your area and determine how much your home is worth based on the comps, condition of your home and its location.
Be sure your agent is tagging all the bases when it comes to advertising. Currently, people shop for their homes online as well as using the services of a realtor. Make sure your home is listed on sites such as Zillow, Trulia and Redfin, as well as places such as Craigslist. Even better, make sure that what is shown online presents your home in the best light possible. The pictures need to be as perfect as possible, showcasing the best elements of your home's interior and exterior.
Most people will be turned off by a home that is dirty or disorganized or filled with personal clutter. Even though the reality is that you can clean and spruce up this home after moving, those first impressions are huge. Before it goes on the market, get rid of all of the clutter including cleaning out closets, your pantry and cupboards. Have the carpets professionally cleaned and hire someone to wash windows and perhaps even your curtains and upholstery. Clean up your yard and the garage, as well. A home that looks well-maintained and clean always sells faster than a dirty mess of a home.
You also can generate some interest by offering clever incentives. Some sellers will offer to cover a larger portion of closing costs or perhaps provide a credit. You also could tell sellers that you will pay for three to six months' worth of landscaping or perhaps offer to have the house professional cleaned. A home warranty that can be transferred to the new owners is another item you can offer that might be the deciding factor for a buyer between your house and another home.
About the Author:
Madeleine Glazier enjoys writing about the real estate industry. If you are looking for San Ramon CA real estate agents, or to find Pleasanton homes for sale, please go to the 1stInsite.com site today.
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