BE PREPARED TO SPEND MONEY PREPARING YOUR HOME FOR SALE
Many homeowners are very hesitant to invest additional money in their home at
the time they are selling it. Although understandable, these feelings may rob
you of a much higher selling price.
PRICE IT RIGHT
Price your home in accordance with the current realities of your local real
estate market. Ask your Realtor® for a competitive market analysis.
COOPERATE WITH YOUR REALTOR®
Some homeowners limit the effectiveness of the Realtor® by prohibiting
"for sale" signs, open houses, or lock boxes. Don't eliminate any
selling tools.
KEEP YOUR HOME IN A STATE OF READINESS
You may not get much advance notice that potential buyers would like to see your
home. Try to keep bedrooms, bathrooms, and kitchen in "better than usual
condition" so that you won't panic when getting ready for a showing.
MAXIMIZE THE APPEAL OF YOUR HOME DURING SHOWINGS
Turn the lights on even during daylight hours. Be sure that the house doesn't
have the odor of strong smelling foods. Let the Realtor® conduct the tour.
BE WILLING TO CONSIDER A PRICE REDUCTION
Sometimes, the best way to get top dollar is to reduce your asking price. The
original price may have been a little too ambitious or perhaps the interest
rates or the local economy have changed since the original price was set.
BE A REASONABLE NEGOTIATOR
Some owners become very emotional at the time an offer is made on their home.
Don't let these strong feelings cloud your judgment when considering an offer.
