Bonnie Pagano of CORE Agency RE provides an overview of how to sell your home in this informative video. She walks you through pricing, timelines, weighing offers and closing. Whether you're a first-time seller or have had experience with the process before, Bonnie is here to help you!
As a homeowner, you can play an important part in the timely sale of your property. When you take the following steps, you’ll help me sell your home faster, at the best possible price.
A well-manicured lawn, neatly trimmed shrubs and a clutter-free porch welcome prospects. So does an appealing entry. A freshly painted front door maximizes appeal. If it’s autumn, rake the leaves. If it’s winter, shovel the walkways. The fewer obstacles between prospects and the true appeal of your home, the better.
Here’s your chance to clean up in real estate. Clean up the living room, the bathroom, the kitchen. If your walls or woodwork are scuffed or the paint is fading it’s best to have it look fresh. If you’re worried about time, hire professional cleaners or painters to get your house ready. Remember, prospects would rather see how great your home really looks than hear how great it could look “with a little work.”
Dripping water rattles the nerves, discolors sinks, and suggests faulty or worn-out plumbing. Burned out bulbs or loose, hanging or faulty wiring leave prospects in the dark. Don’t let little problems detract from what’s right with your home.
If cabinets or closet doors stick in your home, you can be sure they will also stick in a prospect’s mind. Don’t try to explain away sticky situations when they can be easily resolved. A little effort on your part can smooth the way toward a closing.
Homeowners learn to live with all kinds of self-set booby traps: roller skates on the stairs, festooned extension cords, slippery throw rugs and low hanging overhead lights. Clearing these traps will help buyers to focus on your home rather than avoiding obstacles.
Remember, potential buyers are looking for more than just comfortable living space. They’re looking for storage space, too. Make sure your attic and basement are clean and free of unnecessary items. Some sellers will use temporary off-site storage.
The better organized a closet, the larger it appears. Now’s the time to box up those unwanted clothes and donate them to charity. Neat and orderly closets send the right message.
Bathrooms sell homes, so let them shine. Check and repair damaged or unsightly caulking in the tubs and showers. For added appeal, display your best towels, mats, and shower curtains.
