Are you considering selling your home? Are you wondering what the process looks like and what you need to do to prepare? Take a look at my 4 Step Home Selling Guide. Contact me if you would like a physical copy and I’ll send it to you.

The first impression a buyer gets about a home that has been on the market longer than average is:

“Something must be wrong with that home."

But why are those homes still on the market in the first place? It’s because they are often priced too high. We will look at recent sales of similar properties in your vicinity. We will then work together to price your home to bring you the highest offers.

Repairs

There are several reasons to complete repairs on your home before you put it on the market. Ultimately, buyers will pay more for a home to avoid the work of fixing it. Moreover, any money you invest into repairs before you list — when you have time to price-shop and to use a little bit of elbow grease — will be far less than the quote from the home inspector or the concessions the buyers will want.

How I Prepare

• I post on all major websites including Zillow, Redfin, and the local MLS.

• I place several signs around your neighborhood.

• I post on my social media accounts.

• Make sure the thermostat is set appropriately for the weather and make the home comfortable for showings.

• Take the trash out and consider hiding the garbage cans.

• Do a thorough cleaning - even if you have to hire a cleaning service.

• Improve curb appeal: Mow the lawn and trim back overgrown shrubbery.

• Make the bathrooms shine: Toilet seats down, clean mirrors and other glass surfaces.

• Take all the magnets and pictures off the refrigerator.

• Replace light bulbs that are burnt out. The better the lighting, the better the results.

• Do a final dusting, sweeping and vacuuming just before the open house or showing.

Congratulations!

You made it through the home selling process. You can now move on to whatever lies next. Whether you are relocating to a new town, or just moving across town, please keep in touch. I'm always here to help and would love to know how you are doing in your next chapter.