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Selling Your Home And The Mel Gibson Effect

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Real Estate Agent with Home Smart Evergreen Realty

Are you looking to sell your home? Numerous new sellers enter the process without a good knowledge of what buyers want. According to realtors, these are a number of the most common errors made by sellers with homes on the real estate market.

1. Neglecting Curb Appeal Curb appeal is ultimately your home's first impression. As people pull into your driveway, they are already making up their minds about whether or not your house is the right one for them. Mowing the lawn, putting away bicycles, and providing areas of interest such as flower beds and a wreath will make buyers excited to see what else lies in store.

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2. Leaving Minor RepairsScuffs on the wall and dripping faucets might seem like minor issues, but they can be a big deal to home buyers. Many people will see the minutiae as proof that a home hasn't been correctly maintained and worry about bigger, less obvious issues. Make the small repairs and add a fresh coat of paint before putting your home on the market.

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3. Failing to Clean up Clutter and dust aren't a big deal, but they could change the ambiance of your house. They make it feel smaller and less spacious. Make sure you give everything a quick once over before showing your house. Don't stop with superficial areas; people will be looking in your closets and cabinets! Fifty percent empty closets give the impression of ample storage space.

4. Listing With Poor Photos Modern people are looking at houses online to decide if to view them in person. If your listing photos are not professional, well lit, in focus, and taken from the right angles, some sellers may give your home a pass prior to seeing all of the great things it has to offer.

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5. Asking Too Much Several sellers assume that establishing a high price is better; after all, it leaves room for negotiation. However, this can be an expensive mistake that leaves your home languishing on the market. Many potential home buyers will not even look at a home that is out of their price range; others will hesitate to negotiate. In many markets, setting the price a bit low is the best technique as it sets the scene for a bidding war. 6. Undergoing the Process Without having Expert Help Selling a house is a challenging process, one with many legal pitfalls. The only way to ensure that the process goes smoothly is to have the right professional on your side. A realtor is more than a real estate agent; they are a professional who is licensed and has immense experience in the industry. Speak with a realtor today about how these experts can assist you to sell your home quickly for the best possible price.

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Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Hadi you've made some excellent points about what it really takes to prepare ones home for sale, pricing it right and having professional photos taken. I was thinking about the 'details' of preparing a home today while looking at a few homes. One seller just didn't pay attention to all the details and has no idea they really do mean A LOT.  Woodwork was nicked, walls were nicked - all easy fixes. Good post!

Jul 30, 2016 09:49 AM
Cristal Clark, E-Networking Specialist
Social Animal Studios - Carmel, CA
Digital Marketing Professional

Great blog title, "Mel Gibson Effect"... made me click!

 

Jul 31, 2016 05:03 PM