How to Get Your Home Ready to Sell

Is My Home Ready to Sell?​

Ready to sell your house but not sure where to start? Our team at HomeHunt has put together a list of important things to do to get your home ready to sell.

Research Your Local 'Ready to Sell' Housing Market​

Before you sell your home, do your research on the value of your home and your local housing market. Look at comparable sales in your neighborhood to decide on an appropriate listing price for your home. Also, think about how these other homes compare to your own. Even if your neighbor's home sold for a high price, that does not mean yours will sell at the same value. An experienced realtor will ensure that your house is priced correctly and comparable to similar properties in your area.

Find a 'Ready to Sell' Listing Agent​

Hiring a realtor is your best option if you want to sell your home quickly and efficiently. Here at HomeHunt, we understand how important it is to find a realtor that works well with you and understands your wants and needs. When you start to interview a listing agent, make sure to ask them about their experience in your area and their connections to real estate professionals. Your listing agent should give you a detailed plan on how they are going to sell your home and the listing price they are starting with. The right Realtor® will make the home selling experience stress and hassle-free.

Pick an Ideal Listing Date​

It is important to pick the best time of year to ensure maximum profit when selling a home. The most successful time of year for sellers is in the late spring, specifically in May. The most popular day of the week to sell a home is on Saturday, but this can vary depending on where you live and the current job and housing market trends. Make sure you plan ahead to make it easier to sell your house during the ideal time of year. Be flexible with the timeline and be patient to get the most out of your listing.

Clean Your HomeDeep Clean Your House​

A clean home sells faster than a dirty one. Before you put your home on the market, give it a deep clean. First impressions matter when it comes to homebuyers and they will want to see a space that is clean and free of distractions. This means cleaning carpets, toilets, hardwood floors, and high-touch surfaces. If you have room in your budget, hire professional cleaners to make your home look the best it can before showings.

Declutter and Maximize Your Space​

Potential buyers like to envision themselves living in the home and the only way they can do this is if the space is decluttered. Organizing and decluttering your home will go a long way in appealing to buyers. When a home is organized, buyers can focus on the home instead of the things inside of it. Get rid of extra furniture and make sure your closets are well organized before showing your home.

Get Your Home Inspected​

It is very important to get your home inspected before selling. Inspections are not required but they are highly recommended to avoid any potential problems in the future. Inspections give homebuyers a look at what is going on structurally and will help them see what kind of repairs they may need to make. Your real estate agent can walk you through the process of getting a home inspection and help you determine what problems you should fix before putting your home on the market.

Re-Paint​

One of the best ways to update your home for sale is to repaint inside and out. Go with neutral colors and paint over any old, bright colors you chose years ago. Stick to whites, light greys, and beiges to make your rooms appear bigger and more inviting. Adding a fresh coat of paint will also cover up any imperfections and produce a “blank slate” for future homeowners.

Stage Your Home​

Staging a home can help it sell faster and for more money. Staging is easy and affordable and can help with the decluttering process. Pack up items that are not being used and move excess things to a storage unit. Go room by room and eliminate any furniture that takes up space. Do not pack everything into a closet as this is a space that buyers will definitely look at.

Improve Curb Appeal​

The exterior of your home is the first thing that buyers see both in photos and in person. Poor curb appeal can cause buyers to decide not to come inside and skip the showing. Improving curb appeal can be extremely easy as planting some flowers for color, cutting the lawn, changing outdated light fixtures, and trimming trees.

For more tips and advice on how to get your home ready to sell, contact our team at HomeHunt today.

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