Homes that sell quickly are homes that are appealing to buyers. In order to get your home in top shape to attract a larger number of buyers you will need to do some prep work. Here are some ways to get your home ready for a quick sale without breaking the bank.
Have a plan
Before you just dive right into sprucing up your place you would want to make a list of what needs to be done. In the realm of buying and selling homes what appeals to buyers may not necessarily be what you think. It is wise to consult an experienced local real estate agent and get advice about what should be focused on in your home to get it ready for sale. There may be some things in your home that really drive you crazy but might go unnoticed by potential buyers so there would be no need to spend money fixing minor issues that nobody will notice.
Clear clutter
You have probably already heard this tip but clearing your home of extra items is completely free. This is one of the most important things you can do to prepare your home to go on the market. Go around your home and find personal items and pack them away for use in your new space. You will also want to evaluate if your furniture set up really showcases the room and it’s usefulness or if it’s over powering the room. You want to create spaces that homeowners can see themselves living in and performing the functions that the room was meant for.
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Paint one or two rooms
Even if you feel your entire house could use a coat of fresh paint you could focus on the main rooms and save time and money. Make sure to at least do the entryway, master bedroom, and kitchen these are the places that buyers put most of their focus into you when purchasing a home so you will want to make these rooms look absolutely their best. Don’t worry if other areas of your home could use some paint but are not drastically in need of it.
Curb appeal
With most of today’s buyers searching the Internet for homes they want to take time out of their day to go inside, curb appeal is now more important than ever. The outside of your home is what a buyer sees first especially when they look at the listing price and outside picture of your home in a list of available homes for sale in the area. You want to make your home appealing and entice buyers to click on more information that could lead them to make an appointment to come and see the home which would lead to a possible offer on your home. Think about keeping the yard free from leaves and debris plant some colorful flowers in some cute pots near the front door to make the home seem more inviting and welcoming. Colors such as reds yellows and oranges seem the most appealing to buyers during the fall season.
Clean clean clean
Go ahead and do a thorough and very detailed cleaning job in your home. This includes every nook and cranny you could possibly think of. The cleaner a home is the more the buyer thinks that the homeowner has taken every effort to really keep the home in its best shape. If you have the extra funds consider hiring professional carpet tile and upholstery cleaners as well as a maid service to get your house in top condition.
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For more information on selling your home quickly in Alameda or Contra Costa County, please contact me anytime! I can offer tips and suggestions on your specific home to get it sold fast for the most profit.

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