Are you looking to sell your home this spring? If so, it is time to start preparing. To maximize your sale price, stand out from the competition and sell quickly, your home needs to go on the market in tip-top condition. Here are some tips to help you get your home ready.
Inspect
It may seem counterintuitive to spend money on a property inspection, but you need to know about your home’s condition. If there are issues – big or small – you need to address, it is better to be proactive and fix the problems as soon as possible before your home goes on the market. Whether you fix them or ask for a lower asking price as a result of them, it will help you sell your home faster in the long run.
Stash
Start thinking of your home from the buyer’s prospective rather than the sellers. Put away big furniture and personal items. Store items that you won’t be using until you move into your new home. In the kitchen, make space in the cabinets for items you will need to use daily, but will want to put away for showings. This will help save you time when it comes time to move into the new home because you will have a jump start on packing.
Improve
It is common for sellers to make cosmetic improvements before they list. Some suggestions would be having the grout cleaned in the kitchen, fresh paint to anywhere that needs it, getting the carpets cleaned or refinishing hardwood floors. These are in expensive changes that will make a difference for those looking at your home.
Research
Today’s buyers have been researching the markets for months. In our world today, most information can be found with a simple internet search. If there are outstanding issues with your property, a buyer will find it. Verify that property records reflect your home accurately and prepare to fix any discrepancy. Make sure your title report is clean because banks won’t lend if there are any outstanding issues. Doing this will keep you one step ahead of the buyer.
The sale of your home is likely one of your biggest financial transactions. Now is the time to start checking items off your to do list, spring is quickly approaching. This is an important but exciting time!