Are you a 1st-time seller? ... 4 Top Things You Should Know
.........seriously, what's a 1st time seller?
~ if its been a loooong while since you stepped into the world of real estate transaction(s).....
~if you purchased your family home while the kids were in primary school and now have large, empty spaces.....
~ and ..... if its been a long time since you went through the selling/buying process, a lot has changed ......
.....you... yes, you are a 1st time Seller...be proud of that title!
4 Top Things To-Do To Help Sell Your Property
1. Price Your Property Realistically From The Start
Every seller obviously wants to get the most money for his or her property. Ironically, the best way to do this is NOT to list at an excessively high price.
A high listing price will cause some prospective buyers to lose interest even before seeing your property.
Also, it may lead other buyers to expect more than what you are offering.
As a result, overpriced properties tend to take an usually long time to sell (even in a hot market such as this one) and they often end up being sold at a lower price.
2. Mistaking appraisals for Market Value
Unfortunately, an appraisal may have stated at an untruthfully high price (or too low). The best way to understand the actual Market Value (at that snapshot in time) is through your Realtor. He/She will use past sales as well as their experience working in the current market to help you decide.
Study sales prices, not active listings.
3. Promotion, Promotion, Promotion ............
An extremely important question to ask:
How will the property reach the target market?
One of the most important ways is.....
The modern version of 'curb-appeal', a gallery of professionally taken photos ... This is important for on-line marketing which will enhance web sites, social media, blogs etc ...as well is important for traditional brochures & the powerful MLS system.
Also, make sure you hire an agent with an easily accessible contact number for voice calls, emails and texts, so questions can be answered from all types of buyers.
4. Clearing the Clutter
Clutter can mean the difference between cozy and cramped.
Of course, while you are selling, you are still living your lives in your home, so spend a couple days prior to listing the property and scale back the 'things and stuff' you have in your home.
Remember, the goal is to 'make space' .... or "Makin' Space!!"
For more tips and information ....... let me know.
m: 604-340-1516 e: thehousehunter50@royallepage.ca
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