Selling a home in today’s market can be a big challenge. Selling it at a timely mansion can be even more challenging. Here are some ideas to help with the process.

  • Attractive exterior
  • Disorder
  • Inside
  • starting price
  • Commission
  • Availability
  • Repair
  • Records
  • Inspection
  • Evaluation

Let’s analyze this a bit:

  • Exterior appeal: What’s the first thing a home buyer will see when they stop by? It is the exterior of the house. He is good looking? Mowed grass, no litter, fresh plants, no peeling paint, weeds, is the house really in the best shape possible? Better yet, there are many houses on the market, prices are low, and to compete, your home must be in good condition. Take a look around, clean it up, fix peeling paint, remove weeds if necessary, plant flowers, and pick up some in pots.

  • Home Interior: We just went through some of this. Let’s take a closer look. Paint, please paint your house. It will smell cleaner and look fresh. Stay neutral. Clean your house, all the nooks and crannies should be clean, including the basement and garage. If you have animals, clean the litter boxes and clean up your dog’s droppings. Make sure the items are in order, everything should have its place. If you have things lying around, pack them. Fresh curtains, clean carpets, clean carpets, and mopped floors. The more you keep up with your home, the more attractive it will be.

If it helps, ask someone to come over and give you their opinion. You can also hire a home assembly consultant and rent a storage unit for the time being. Money up front, but it could make a difference in selling your home now, and not waiting months.

  • Sale price: I know that for many this is a sensitive issue. However, if you have your home on the market now, you must sell it. Today more than ever it is necessary that the house has a correct price. Take a look at other homes on the market, review the price with your real estate agent. If your asking price is higher than most, you will have to wait a long time to sell. Price your home competitively. It might be in your best interest to price it at the lower end of the spectrum. It will attract more buyers, it will probably sell it faster, and you may get a little more for it.

  • Commission: The fee paid to your real estate agent. Your agent has agreed to split this fee with another agent to bring the buyer. If your commission is below, or if the split is less than half, this can hurt your efforts. If an agent is going to show houses, which ones do you think will be at the top of the list? They will be the ones that offer a higher commission. If an agent can sell a house and receive a 3% commission, or show another house and receive a 2% commission, which will show first? Of course they will show the highest first.

  • Availability: If possible, have your home available to show 7 days a week, around the clock. You must be flexible when showing the house.

  • Home repairs: simple, fix them. If you can’t hire someone. Your home repairs will come up during an inspection, at which point buyers will be looking for a discount or a repair. Do it now, it will save you time and disappointment.

  • Inspections – If a buyer can walk into a home and already knows what a problem there may be, or better yet, that the problems have been fixed, it will put them one step ahead. The inspector will check your home, point out problems, and give you suggestions. A great idea in today’s market.

  • Appraisal: I’d get one. Banks are no longer limited to distributing money. Your home will be appraised at fair market value, which would include examining foreclosures and short sales that have occurred in your area. Find out how much the house is worth now, it will save you time and money later. You will also have a better idea of ​​where your home price should be.

It’s a tough market for home sellers. If you need to sell now, then you need a game plan. Talk to your real estate agent about pricing, preparation, inspections, appraisal, and marketing. Be prepared, be ready, and be open-minded.