Selling Your Home? 5 Key Questions to Ask

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Trying to Decide Whether or Not to Sell Your Home? Here Are 5 Key Questions to Ask YourselfSelling a home, especially one with sentimental value, is never an easy decision to make. There are many factors that go into determining if the home is ready to be listed and if the seller is actually ready to part with it. Answering some simple questions can go a long way to help you decide whether or not it's time to sell.

How Much Work Does The Home Require?

Some houses and condos are ready to hit the market immediately, but others have serious problems that would need to be disclosed to interested parties. It may not be wise to try and sell until all major issues are repaired.

What Is The Market Like In The Area?

Have similar homes in the neighborhood been selling quickly for a lot of money or have they been sitting on the market for months with no buyers? You should look into the current market trends to determine how much you would be able to sell for so you don't lose money on the transaction.

When Is The Best Time To Sell?

Every city is different and the time of year can have a major impact on the market. A local real estate agent will have a strong comprehension of the best time of year to list the home, which could provide some valuable time to get it ready.

Will You Be Happier In A New Home?

Sometimes deciding to sell a home can become so overwhelming that people forget to ask themselves whether or not they will be happier in a new home. If the answer is a resounding 'yes' then there should be no question about selling.

Should A Real Estate Agent Be Involved?

It may seem easier for sellers to eschew the services of an agent to save a little money, but the nightmare that can follow without the assistance of somebody who has the time and experience to show and promote the home may not be worth it. Talk to local real estate professionals to see if there are any that feel like a good fit. If you have been debating selling your home but still aren't sure whether or not it's the right time, call us today.

Comments (6)

Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Diane. If a seller's current dissatisfaction with their present home is not high enough, they will not sell! Enjoy your day!

Feb 04, 2017 05:25 AM
Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®
RE/MAX Realty Center - Waukesha, WI
Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

Great information...I am sure you will help many sellers out there!

Feb 04, 2017 06:21 AM
Belinda Spillman
Aspen Lane Real Estate Colorful Colorado - Aurora, CO
Colorado Living!

Very good checklist for sellers to consider when thinking about selling their home.

Feb 04, 2017 10:32 AM
Kat Palmiotti
406-270-3667, kat@thehousekat.com, Broker, Blackstone Realty Group - brokered by eXp Realty - Kalispell, MT
The House Kat

Yes, this is a good checklist for those who are not sure if they should sell or not.

Feb 04, 2017 12:14 PM
Jim Crawford
Maximum One Executive REALTORS® - Atlanta, GA
Jim Crawford Atlanta Best Listing Agents & REALTOR

Thank you for sharing such professional real estate advice for home sellers.  This is exactly the type of information they need to make informed decisions.

Feb 04, 2017 04:46 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Thanks for the follow.

My two questions..1 Are you 100% sure you want to sell?

                                   2 Are you 100% sure you want to use me?

Feb 06, 2017 06:31 PM

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