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5 Most Common Selling Mistakes that Homeowners Make

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Real Estate Agent with EXP Realty LLC RS278531

5 Most Common Selling Mistakes that Homeowners Make

 

When you put a waterfront home for sale in the Pittsburgh PA real estate market, you want to get top dollar sale. However, because the process of selling a home can become grueling and stressful, sellers make pretty common selling mistakes that, while unnoticeable, can actually cost them the sale. 

 

Don't let these 5 mistakes cost you the sale of your waterfront home in Pittsburgh PA.

 

Fortunately, these mistakes are avoidable - only if you know how to spot them. As a guide, here are 5 of the most common selling mistakes that you should steer clear of:

 

Mistake # 1: Not hiring a REALTOR® to help you sell your home.

Some sellers think they’re saving on commission fees by putting their home up “For Sale By Owner” or FSBO. However, if you’re not knowledgeable about how the real estate industry works, you’ll soon be spending even more and taking too long to sell your home.

 

Work with a trusted real estate agent who has experience in the local market so you know exactly when to list your home and exactly how much you’re going to price it. A local real estate agent will also help you show your home to potential buyers in an open house or a private showing, will go to meetings with you, explain the industry jargon, provide you a comprehensive market report and more.

 

Mistake # 2: Neglecting to hire an inspector and not making necessary repairs.

Before your waterfront home for sale in 3 Rivers Pittsburgh can even go to the market, you have to make sure to hire an inspector to check if your home has any major issues. This way, you can address the necessary repairs and ensure you get top dollar sale for your home.

 

Mistake #3: Selling an empty house.

While it’s good to have a clean home that’s free of any clutter or dirt, selling an empty home won’t attract good offers from buyers. Any buyer that requests for a private showing or attends an open house event do so because they want to see the potential of the space.

 

Allow your buyers to picture themselves living in the home by properly staging your home for sale on the Allegheny River PA - declutter, remove all personal photos or mementos, add a fresh coat of paint, improve your curb appeal, power wash your driveway, and more.

 

Mistake #4: Getting too emotional during the sale period.

Putting your home up for sale is a challenging process and one of the challenges you have to get through is becoming emotionally detached to the home. It might have been the first big ticket purchase you’ve made, it might have been where your child took his first steps - there are a lot of memories that sellers attach to their home that they have to let go of.

 

This list of avoidable mistakes will guide you towards a successful home sale.

 

Mistake #5: Not completing a full set of disclosures before closing.

Another common mistake that some sellers overlook - you need to be upfront with  any issues that your home might have. Chances are, your buyer will find all these out when they hire their own home inspector and you’ll have to shell even more cash during closing costs.

 

If you’re thinking of selling your home or are looking to purchase one in Pittsburgh PA, get more tips for savvy homeowners by visiting http://www.SoldByConnie.net today.

 

Call me, Connie Wolff at 724-779-1427 for all your real estate needs. As a trusted luxury REALTOR® with proven experience in buying and selling waterfront homes for sale in Pittsburgh PA, I provide all my clients expert solutions, one yard at a time.

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Will Nesbitt
Nesbitt Realty at Condo Alexandria - Alexandria, VA
Nesbitt Realty is a family-run brokerage.

Connie Wolff Real Estate Agent with RE/MAX Select Realty 7249336300 ext 218.

Feb 08, 2016 10:45 PM