Selling a home can be an intimidating process, but with the right advice, you can get the most for your property. At Oakstrand Realty, we want to make sure you have the information you need to make the best decision and get the highest return on your investment. Here are a few tips to help you get started.
Choose your real estate agent carefully. When selecting a real estate agent, make sure they are familiar with the neighborhood you’re selling in. They should have a good idea of what a fair price is and be able to provide insight on whether the value of your home is expected to increase in the future.
Don’t accept the first offer that comes in. As a seller, it can be tempting to take the first offer that comes in, especially if the market isn’t doing well. But by waiting, you will have a better chance of getting a fair price for your property.
You don’t have to wait until spring to sell your home. Many people believe that spring is the only time of year to sell a home for a good price, but that’s not true. Buyers are looking for homes all year round, so you might be able to snag a sale that someone else misses out on by having your home available during the winter.
When prospective buyers come to view your home, bake some cookies to give the place a homey smell. The smell of freshly baked cookies will be better than any air freshener and can remind buyers of fond memories in their childhood home, encouraging them to think of your property as their new home.
Take advantage of technology when selling real estate. One of the newest methods of selling real estate is by installing a low cost FM transmitter. Set it up to play interesting information about your home and place a sign in your front yard that explains how buyers can tune in to hear more.
Finally, hire a professional cleaning service to come in and do a detailed cleaning. Buyers will be impressed by how clean the home is and it will help them focus on the mechanical systems rather than the mess.
At Oakstrand Realty, we’re here to help you through the process of selling your home. If you have any questions or need more advice, don’t hesitate to contact us.