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4 Things To Do Before Putting Your Home On The Market
So you want to sell your house? Excellent! A new home will open up a world of possibilities for you, such as expanding your family or starting a new career because you’re in a better place. Moving isn’t as easy as putting the house on the market. You’ll run into issues along the way, such as negotiating the sale price or buyers backing out, leaving you right where you started. Take a look at these four things to do before putting your house on the market to ensure that your sale goes as smoothly as possible.
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Settle on the lowest offer you’ll accept
As mentioned earlier, you will almost certainly face the issue of a viewer requesting a price reduction. It’s a good idea to negotiate on the lowest price with your partner ahead of time so you’re not rushed into making a decision. This will prevent you from enthusiastically accepting an offer only to later regret it. Remember to have your house valued to determine what your lowest figure should be from there.
Have your home valued
Speaking of having your home valued, some homeowners fall into the trap of not getting their home evaluated before putting it on the market. You may have a number in mind for how much you want to sell your home for, but you may discover that it isn’t worth as much as you thought. Learn more on how to determine the market value of your home so that you have plenty of time to make any necessary changes before selling. You can use these seller home inspection tips to help you get an ideal figure in mind. Keep in mind that the more changes you make to your house, the more money you’ll get when you sell it.
Clear all of your debts
Even if you’re extremely frugal with your money, you’ll quickly discover that when it comes to moving, you’ve accrued some debts that need to be paid off. It’s always a good idea to clear your debts before even considering moving home, whether you owe money to a finance company for your car or you’re still paying off a loan you took out for home improvements. This will allow you to begin the next phase of life debt-free and prepared for what awaits.
Create curb appeal
Finally, if your home is welcoming to those who approach it, it is more likely to sell. It’s true what they say about first impressions: they matter! Take a look at these great ideas for increasing your home’s curb appeal:
- Repaint any doors that face the street, such as your front and garage doors. Potential buyers will be put off by chipped paint. Changing the doorknobs and numbers will also make a significant difference.
- Check for damage on all soffits and gutters. If they need to be repaired, hire a company to come out and quickly fix the problem so your home sells for both its appearance and its functionality.
- Maintain a weed-free lawn by trimming it and pulling weeds. If you have a driveway, remember to spray it with weed killer on a regular basis to stop any embarrassing weeds on viewing day.
- Make your home more inviting by adding exterior lighting, a welcome mat, and some friendly plaques to your walls to welcome them in.
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Kaya Wittenburg
Kaya Wittenburg is the Founder and CEO of Sky Five Properties. Since the age of 10, real estate has been deeply ingrained into his thoughts. With world-class negotiation and deal-making skills, he brings a highly impactful presence into every transaction that he touches.
He is here to help you use real estate as a vehicle to develop your own personal empire and feel deeply satisfied along the way. If you have an interest in buying, selling or renting property in South Florida, contact Kaya today.
