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Top 5 Charlotte Home Seller Tips in 2017

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Top 5 Charlotte Home Seller Tips in 2017


Top 5 Charlotte Home Seller TipsMost home buyers expect move-in-ready homes these days.  Buyers have even been known to overlook a positively perfect home for them because they find a very minor flaw and do not want to have to do anything when they
move in. 

 

So, before your first showing, consider these five home seller tips so that your home will truly shine when you first put it on the market.

 

1.  $400-500 for a Pre-Inspection is a MUST!

By being proactive and hiring an inspector do perform a pre-inspection, you’ll find out what potential issues need addressing prior to listing your home.  This way, you’ll be confident that the inspection on your home isn’t going to scare your buyer away!  I have a list of well-respected inspectors in our area, so, please feel free to email, phone or text me for my preferred inspector list.

2.  De-clutter

Nothing is more of a turn-off for potential buyers than a messy home - this home may be their home one day and if it’s filled with junk, it automatically appears to be too small for you - so, it’s likely going to be too small for them.  You're about to sell your home and move anyway so, why not go ahead and pack up, donate or throw away items that are not used on a daily basis?

3.  Make Those Repairs!

The problems that arose with the inspection or glaring items that you’ve been ‘meaning’ to get to WILL be found by the buyer’s inspector.  Go ahead and address those before listing your home.

4.  Clean the House from Top to Bottom

If the exterior needs power-washing, DO it!  Clean out closets, scrub the baseboards, the windows, have the carpet cleaned - make it sparkle!  Basically, give your home a good, deep cleaning.

5.  Are First Impressions Important?

waxhawcreek3You’re darn skippy they are!  Repaint or stain the front door, clear the windows, doors, porches of cobwebs and give the landscape a facelift!  You’ll be surprised how the ‘feeling’ of a buyer can change in just 1/2 minute as they stand outside the door awaiting their real estate agent to gain access (obtain the key). 

 

Look up, down and all around and remember...remember, you don’t use your front door, but your buyers will!  So, try entering your home through the front door and see what your potential buyers are going to see.

 

Need more tips on selling your home?  Preparation is KEY so, give me a call and let's review what you need to do to get top dollar on your home!  Call or text (704) 491-3310 or email CharlotteBroker@icloud.com   Visit www.ListMyCharlotteHome.com for more information and to submit information about your home so I can get started with the research on your home.  Like you, preparation is key for me too!

 

© Debe Maxwell | The Maxwell House Group | CharlotteBroker@icloud.com | Top 5 Charlotte Home Seller Tips in 2017

Comments (12)

Thom Abbott
MyMidtownMojo.com |770.713.1505 | Intown Atlanta GA Condo Living - Atlanta, GA
Midtown Atlanta GA Condos For Sale

Debe Maxwell, CRS ....All awesome points for sure! I'm actualy working on a program for listings (when I get them, but this will HELP me get them) I think it will be called something like "Certified Pre-Owned" just like you see with autos. 

"This home has gone through and extensive blah blah...you get the idea. I can't put my fingers on the stuff. Got it from a agent through Tom Ferry. 

Mar 22, 2017 05:53 AM
Harry F. D'Elia III
WEDO Real Estate and Beyond, LLC - Phoenix, AZ
Investor , Mentor, GRI, Radio, CIPS, REOs, ABR

I would recommend a presinspection and then hire the professionals to fix the repairs for a smooth closing

Mar 22, 2017 06:14 AM
Beth Atalay
Cam Realty and Property Management - Clermont, FL
Cam Realty of Clermont FL

Good morning Debe, these are excellent suggestions for all home sellers. As you suggested, most buyers expect to purchase a move-in ready home, if not, it should be priced accordingly. Of course, working with a great Charlotte NC REALTOR® like you is a must.

Mar 22, 2017 06:40 AM
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

I hope home sellers will read this post and learn from it 

Mar 22, 2017 07:50 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Hi Debe - These 5 tips are very necessary and depending how long you have lived in you house you might have a lot of work. It is absolutely necessary. 

Mar 22, 2017 11:53 AM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Thom Abbott - I love that...LOVE it!  Great idea!  We may have to put our heads together on this one, Thom!

Mar 22, 2017 04:10 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Hi Harry F. D'Elia - absolutely!  That is a MUST!  And, receipts with warranty for work done too!

Mar 22, 2017 04:15 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

You're so sweet, Beth Atalay - thank you!  And, yes, they HAVE to be priced accordingly if they're not rehabbed to perfection these days!  It's a crazy market out there!

Mar 22, 2017 04:16 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Thank you, Gita Bantwal - so do I!  Happy Wednesday!

Mar 22, 2017 04:16 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Grant Schneider - My last home that I sold two years ago was exceptionally well-maintained (HVAC checks every 6 months, termite bond, fresh paint as needed, anything broken was immediately replaced, etc.) - my inspection STILL had several items on it and the house was only 7 years old!  

This is the norm and I tell people that story now and they seem to finally understand how critical that pre-inspection is these days!

Mar 22, 2017 04:20 PM
Jim Cheney
Saint Francis Property Santa Rosa, CA - Santa Rosa, CA
Rincon Valley Realtor 707.494.1055

Excellent list Debe.  A pest inspection and home inspection before listing is a must!

Mar 22, 2017 09:27 PM
Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

Those are tips that can be used in any market Debe, sellers should take them to heart.

Mar 24, 2017 09:39 AM