We all know what a hard time most sellers are having selling their houses these days.
I am experiencing this first hand as well.
Below is a list of "must do's" if you are trying to sell your home...
1) Sellers should know the competiton in their area- what homes are listed for and what homes have sold for will give them an idea of what to list their house at. Hopefully, they have hired a competent Realtor who has done the homework needed to achieve the best results.
2) CLEAN the house!! Declutter rooms, closets, and storage areas. Try to put away as many personal items as possible. Make repairs- do the small ones yourself and if need be, hire someone for more major repairs. And for Heaven's sake!- increase your home's curb appeal. Rake the leaves, trim the landscape, plant season appropiate flowers and bushes. The grass should be cut, and paint anything that is worn. This really matters to a prospective buyer.
3) If you find that you have to lower your asking price for less than what you owe...then perhaps you should reconsider selling at this time. Most people cannot take that kind of loss! Can you?
4) If you are selling because you are transferring due to your job, perhaps your employer can come up with a plan to help offset the costs you may incur. Also, some companies will buy your home, others will put you up in corporate housing. It can't hurt to ask.
5) Another route to go, not one alot of people are willing to undertake, is renting out your home. This is most effective to people who have bought another home before selling their first one. At least they'll have rent money to pay the mortgage. It's not always ideal but it is an option worth looking into.
Good luck to all the sellers out there!!
Agents: if you have more suggestions, please add them in a comment. Thank you!
Broker/Realtor
The Suddreth Group
980-254-7263
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