4 Ways to Sell Your Home Fast
There are times when you need to sell your home fast. Perhaps you are relocating due to work, or you are charged with selling a family home to settle the terms of a will. No matter why you need to sell quickly, here are four things you can do in any market.
Sell Your Home Fast With Repairs and Upgrades
Most buyers put in an offer that is contingent upon getting a good report from the inspector. This means that you should make repairs on things that are red flags for mortgage inspectors such as:
- Outdated electrical system
- Leaky roof
- Windows that don’t work
- Leaky faucets
If you can address these repairs before the inspection takes place, then the likelihood of the offer standing is much higher. It is easier to sell your home fast when you don’t have to renegotiate the offer due to a poor inspection report.
You should also consider some upgrades to your home, especially in the kitchen and bath. Keep in mind, however, that upgrades rarely give you a 100% return on investment. This means that if you put $30,000 into upgrades, you are not likely to get an extra $30,000 on the selling price of your home.
What does this mean for you? Consider adding upgrades that will enhance your kitchen and bath but do not consider major remodeling. Things to consider include:
- New water heater if the old one is outdated
- New faucets
- Fresh paint, including cabinets
Price Your Home to Sell
In order to sell your home fast, you will need to find the right listing price. If you price your home too low, buyers may assume that the home has problems and will come back with lowball offers. If you price your home too high, buyers will not make an offer, and your home will sit on the market for months.
As your real estate professional, we will review comparable sales in your area to help you set a realistic price for your home. Doing so will keep buyers interested in the home and create the right atmosphere for offers so that you can sell your home fast.
Use Professional Photos
In today’s market, potential home buyers begin their home search online. This means that it has become even more important that you show off your home via photos.
Once your home has been staged, both inside and out, you should highlight your home’s best features and selling points. A professional photographer knows just how to do this. They will use the right equipment to get high-quality images with the right lighting.
Professional photographers know how to capture each room in a way that enhances its appeal to potential buyers. To help your professional photographer, make sure that your home is clean and decluttered before they arrive. Also, open all shades and turn on the lights. Bright, clean rooms make beautiful photos.
Sell at the Right Time
In order to sell your home fast, it is usually best to sell your home in the spring or early summer. Traditionally, more homes are sold during this time than any other. Why?
- The weather is perfect for house hunting
- Yards look beautiful in the spring
- Families with children want to get settled during the summer before the new school year
Although homes sell all year round, spring selling is the best. If you can sell during this time, you will be able to sell your home fast and often for more money.
By following these four suggestions, your home will show better than the competition. As you attract more buyers, you will be able to sell your home fast. For more ideas on prepping your home for the market, give us a call.