How to Sell Home for More Money?
How to Sell Home for More Money?
It's time to take the big step!
You have probably lived in your home for five, ten, or even fifteen years or more. There have probably been a lot of changes over the years… maybe even some wear and tear.
With ten simple tips, you can dramatically increase the value of your home.
Chances are you have already started looking for a new home in your area or even walked through a few open houses. Now is the time to focus on investing a little time and money to prepare your own home for sale on the open real estate market. At this stage it is critical to have the guidance of a professional Realtor.
You have probably lived in your home for five, ten, or even fifteen years or more. There have probably been a lot of changes over the years… maybe even some wear and tear.
With ten simple tips, you can dramatically increase the value of your home.
Chances are you have already started looking for a new home in your area or even walked through a few open houses. Now is the time to focus on investing a little time and money to prepare your own home for sale on the open real estate market. At this stage it is critical to have the guidance of a professional Realtor.
1
PRICE BELOW MARKET VALUE
Pricing your home slightly below market value can create urgency for active buyers who know the market. Increase your chances of receiving multiple offers.
2
BRIGHTEN UP THE ROOMS
A dark room can feel small and cluttered. Clean the windows, open the shades, and turn on the lights.
3
CLEAN OUT THE CLOSETS
Remove 50% of everything in the closet and pack it away. Buyers want to see more closet space and less clutter.
4
PAINT THE FRONT DOOR
Make your home stand out! A freshly painted door can make a great first impression on an excited home buyer, and if money and/or time permits, give the home a new exterior paint job. This will add life to the home and increase value when an appraisal is done.
5
ENHANCE THE LANDSCAPING
Spruce up the landscaping! I can't say this enough… Curb Appeal – Curb Appeal – Curb Appeal… The front of your home is the first thing buyers see online and when they pull into the driveway. It has been statistically proven time and time again to be the number one thing that first attracts a potential buyer to your home.
6
STAIN DECK AND DRIVEWAY
Staining your driveway is easy and inexpensive. Cover up those old oil stains and make it look like new. Again, curb appeal – curb appeal!
7
PAINT WALLS NEUTRAL COLOR
Painting rooms throughout the house a neutral color is less distracting and can be more comfortable for visitors. Also, remember that the lighter the color, the larger the room appears, and conversely, the darker the color, the smaller the room appears.
8
CLEAN. CLEAN. CLEAN.
Make sure your home is clean of all odors and debris. Clean up before each showing:
- ›Vacuum.
- ›Wash floors.
- ›Clean windows and blinds.
- ›Clean baseboards.
9
PACK AWAY PICTURE FRAMES
De-personalize. Take time to pack up and declutter certain items such as pictures, trophies, and awards.
10
KITCHEN IMPROVEMENTS
No matter what your budget, there are always improvements you can make to your kitchen that can make a big difference, like a fresh coat of paint.