Selling a home rarely proves to be a simple, straightforward process. However, if you plan ahead for the house selling journey, you may be better equipped than other sellers to identify and address potential hurdles.
Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you plan for the home selling journey.
1. Identify Your Home's Strengths and Weaknesses
No home is flawless. Fortunately, if you allocate time and resources to analyze your residence, you can identify your house's strengths and weaknesses. You then can take the necessary steps to transform assorted home weaknesses into strengths.
Oftentimes, it helps to hire a home inspector before you list a house. A home inspector will perform an in-depth evaluation of your residence and help you identify any underlying property issues. Next, you can use a home inspection report to prioritize property repairs.
2. Price Your House Competitively
What you originally paid for your house is unlikely to match your home's current value. But if you define a "competitive" price for your residence, you could boost the likelihood of enjoying a successful house selling experience.
The definition of a competitive home price varies based on the current state of the real estate market, a house's age and condition and other factors. If you gather lots of data about the housing sector in your city or town, you can see how your residence stacks up against the competition. Plus, you can use this information to establish a price range for houses that are comparable to your residence and price your home accordingly.
It generally helps to account for recent home improvements when you list your house, too. For instance, if you recently replaced your house's roof, this upgrade could help you differentiate your home from the competition. It also may help you get the best price for your residence.
3. Upgrade Your Home's Exterior and Interior
Enhancing your home's curb appeal is crucial. If your house boasts a stunning front lawn, pristine siding and other great exterior features, buyers may fall in love with your residence as soon as they see it.
In addition, don't forget to maintain a neat, tidy home interior. By cleaning each room of your house and eliminating home clutter, you can show buyers your residence's full potential.
For those who are unsure about how to accomplish their home selling goals, you may want to employ a real estate agent. This housing market professional will take the guesswork out of the home selling journey and do whatever it takes to help you succeed.
Usually, a real estate agent works with a home seller and teaches him or her about the housing market. A real estate agent then implements a home selling strategy. And if a seller has concerns at any point during the house selling journey, a real estate agent is happy to respond to them.
Streamline the home selling journey – use the aforementioned tips, and you could reap the benefits of a fast, profitable house selling experience.
Terese Ferrara is a long-time resident of the Bay Area and has been a partner with The Goss Real Estate Group for many years. She and her husband raised their two daughters in San Jose, where she successfully continues to build her real estate career.
After earning a bachelor’s degree from San Jose State University, she went on to teach in the San Jose Unified School District for 9 years. Transitioning to real estate was a logical choice, utilizing her patient demeanor to educate all levels of buyers and sellers. Knowledge and experience demonstrate her vested interest in delivering the highest level of care and professionalism to every client. She consistently strives to exceed her client’s expectations throughout the entire real estate transaction and remains a trusted advisor long after each close.
As a board member on KW Bay Area Estates’ Associate Leadership Council (ALC), she aids in support of culture and professional development strategies for over 180 associates. Terese is also a Director for the Santa Clara County Association of Realtors Foundation, which supports community service initiatives in Silicon Valley.
Terese is the consummate real estate professional dedicated to providing unparalleled service to her clients through ongoing training and education, keeping her on top of the dynamic market and latest real estate trends. Her high-touch approach coupled with honesty and integrity support her commitment to her client’s real estate needs.
