You have big plans for your new future, and it all starts with the sale of your existing home. You might be dreaming of travelling the world or upgrading your lifestyle with more square footage and a new location.
A successful sale at the maximum price will help to empower whatever comes next, and the process often starts much earlier than many homeowners realize. In this post, we’ll map out a strategy and timeline for listing your house in today’s market.
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Reach Out to an Expert
Some homeowners try to get all of the pieces into place right from the beginning. There’s nothing wrong with wanting to be prepared, and every house will benefit from deep cleaning and organizing. Before investing in anything substantial, however, it’s best to connect with an industry expert for some up-to-date advice on what works in your market.
In the past, we have had clients invest heavily in renovations, only to find that potential buyers didn’t appreciate them quite as much as the existing homeowner did.
Spending $100,000 plus to create a backyard paradise complete with an in-ground swimming pool and outdoor gourmet kitchen might seem like a good idea. There’s no denying that it looks fantastic, and it’s especially appealing when you live in a hot climate such as Florida. Unfortunately, the numbers don’t always make sense.
Contrast that with a simple paint job, which consistently adds value to a home sale. It’s less expensive than a complete remodel, and you can usually have it done relatively quickly.
However far you decide to go with your home upgrades, remember that design trends change. Expert guidance is the key to only investing in upgrades that make sense and are likely to pay off. Avoiding unnecessary projects saves you more than just money; it also makes preparing for your transaction faster and less stressful.
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Be Insightful and Strategic About Your Listing Price
The listing price is another essential decision before your house goes on the market. Many homeowners are tempted to set the price high, in part to weed out buyers who aren’t serious, but also to leave room for negotiation.
While we appreciate the desire to maintain a high standard, overpricing can backfire as a strategy. If a buyer doesn’t see the value, they are unlikely to stick around to negotiate. More often than not, they’ll simply move on to the next listing.
Busy, competitive markets still call for pricing aligned with current conditions. At all times, you must ensure the price generates enough excitement and interest to inspire buyers to make an offer.
Underpricing can be just as ineffective as going too high. There is a thought process for listing slightly under market value. In the right situation, it can work to trigger multiple offers. Other times, a price that’s too low devalues the home or can even cause a stigma.
One of the first steps to selling a house in the current market is simply knowing how much it is worth. Do you want an accurate estimate so that your price is as compelling as possible? Book a complimentary home evaluation with one of our real estate experts.
Get Your Home Show Ready
The plan is all coming together! Your real estate agent has given you a list of upgrades that are proven to appeal to buyers, and you have a realistic idea of what price will capture the most attention.
Now the practicalities begin. If you haven’t already begun to clean and declutter, it’s time to dive in. From there, you can either handle any minor repairs yourself or contract them out to a professional.
Your agent can also make a recommendation for trusted tradespeople. What matters is that all home improvement projects are performed to a high quality. Buyer agents can see beyond shoddy work or simple surface-level improvements. If they miss any details, their home inspectors certainly won’t.
Staging is one of the final pieces of the puzzle before you open your home to potential buyers. Using well-chosen color and design, you can present your home in a way that showcases its natural light and beauty and maximizes the sense of spaciousness.
Do you want more ideas on how to prepare your listing in a way that stops buyers in their tracks? Here’s How Great Staging Helps Your House Sell.
Develop an Advanced, Online and Offline Marketing Plan
As fabulous as your home may look now that you’ve taken the time to clean, declutter, and decorate, it doesn’t help your sale if you don’t get enough eyes on it. That’s where a skilled real estate team with marketing expertise comes in.
Most buyers conduct the bulk of their searches online. Wherever they are in the process, we will be ready with high-quality images and massive, targeted exposure across multiple social media platforms, along with all of the major real estate channels. We don’t stop there, however.
At Provix Group, we combine state-of-the-art digital advertising and traditional best practices to put your listing in front of as many qualified buyers as possible. Between our advanced marketing systems and nationwide network of real estate agents and brokerages, we deliver maximum exposure for your listing.
We’ve got all of the bases covered: staging, photography, online and offline promotion, and precise demographic targeting. Every aspect of our strategy is fully customized to ensure you receive the full value for your home.
Do you want more tips on how to sell your home in today’s market? Let one of our Provix real estate agents guide you to a successful outcome. Reach out to Info@ProvixGroup.com or call 727-607-8023 to get started.
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