Selling a Home: Tips for a Quick Home Sale
When selling your home, there are a number
of steps you can take to accomplish that goal more quickly. Your REALTOR®,
a real estate professional who belongs to the National Association of
REALTORS®, will have a lot of helpful hints to make your home easier to
sell, but here are some general things to keep in mind:
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First impressions are lasting. The
front door should be fresh and clean, and the yard should be neat and cleared
of any toys or debris.
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Make certain that your home is clean
and appealing. If the walls look dingy, paint or re-paper them.
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Fix any dripping faucets. They
discolor sinks and add to your plumbing repair bills.
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Fix any loose knobs, sticking doors,
windows, and drawers. Failure to do so may be interpreted as a sign of
neglect.
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Bathrooms are a selling point; make
certain that everything is shining. Clean and repair bathtub and basin
caulking. Clothing and personal items should be put away.
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Make certain the kitchen and all
appliances are spotless.
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Cluttered rooms look smaller than they
are; remove excess furniture.
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Closets and storage areas can look
larger by disposing of items you don't need and storing the rest neatly.
Clearing them out now will also help you when you move.
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If paint on the exterior trim is
peeling, it's time to get out the paintbrush.
Once you get everything in shape, here
are some additional points for showing your home:
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Before the prospective buyer arrives,
create a cheerful atmosphere by opening drapes and curtains. Make certain the
temperature is comfortable throughout your home.
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Avoid having too many people present.
Potential buyers may feel like intruders and hurry through.
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Unless pets are quiet, peaceful and
well behaved, get them out of the way.
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Soft background music may be
acceptable, but turn off blaring stereos, radios and televisions. They can only
impede discussions.
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Silence is golden. Too much talking on
your part can only distract from the buyer's inspection of your
home.
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Never apologize for the appearance of
your home. After all, it's been lived in. Let your REALTOR® react to
comments.
It's a good idea to stay in the background
-- better yet, get out of the house. Your REALTOR® is trained to sell your
house, is familiar with the buyer's needs, and can point out the significant
features of your home.
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