Take the time to follow some tips to help make your home more appealing to the buyer's market!
Following are a couple of these tips to help you out!
1)Timing is everything. The best time to put your house on the market is if you are planning on buying another home when interest rates are low. Buyer's will be out!
2) Start getting things in order! Fix leaky faucets; oil squeaky door hinges; and replace drain catches and torn screens to show a well maintained home!
3) Take out unneeded furniture. Too much furniture can make a room look smaller and cluttered.
4) Listen to your experienced realtor! Your realtor is the only one who will guide you through the selling process with their expertise regarding market conditions and up to date info and is thinking in your best interests to get you the best price and give you honest feedback.
5) Be realistic on price! Your realtor will give you a comparative market analysis and consider the condition as well as any upgrades of your home. Don't refuse to drop the price. If your home has been on the market for more than 30 days without an offer, be prepared to lower your asking price.
6) Get rid of clutter. Have a garage sale to get rid of things you never use and straighten the cupboards and closets.
7) Prepare for a showing. Make beds, pick up clothing sweep, mop. Clean makes a nice first impression with a prospective buyer.
8) Is your home fresh smelling? Walk in your front door and think about how your house smells. Unpleasant smells make a lasting impression on buyers.
9) Put away maintenance reminders. Cleaning products mops, brooms, vacuums and other items should be put away.
10) Be flexible about showings. It's not always convenient but the more often someone can see your home, the sooner you'll find a buyer!
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Be proactive in your Hawaii Relocation and Hawaii Home Buying Experience.
Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman is a Realtor-Associate with Century 21 Liberty Homes in Mililani, Hawaii. With a sharp understanding that a listening ear is the key to a client's needs she serves the island of Oahu (Honolulu County) and all Hawaii Military Relocating to Hawaii, Hawaii Retirees, Hawaii Job Transfers and Hawaii Residents. Website: www.hawaiihomesmarket.com
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