How can I sell my home quicker?

There are many simple things you can do to increase the chance of selling your home quicker. First, take great pictures of the inside and outside of your home. People like to begin their home shopping online before going to visit the home. The better you portray your home in photos, the greater chance people will come to see it. You can also place “for sale” signs outside of your home. Potential buyers often live within 5 miles of your home. By having a “for sale” sign on your property folks will notice it while they are driving around doing their various errands. I also recommend keeping a basket handy for when you are going to have home showings. This way you can quickly clean up items by throwing them in the basket at the last minute. Consider using a real estate agent to help you sell your home quicker. These agents usually have professional photographers who can take shots of your home for marketing on your brochures or flyers. They also can list your home on multiple websites that you could not access on your own like “Multiple Listing Service” (MLS).

Another must for you is to de-clutter your home. No one can positively visualize their belongings in a messy environment. I suggest brightening your space with floor lamps rather than having dark areas. You can also update and brighten your space with a fresh coat of neutral colored paint. Think of painting your kitchen cabinets to update the kitchen too. Kitchens can make or break a home sale. Online marketing like: Trulia, Realtor.com and Zillow expand your potential buyer audience. Curb appeal is something you should consider maximizing. You only have one chance to make a first impression so make it a good one. Mow the lawn, plant flowers, wash the windows so that you showcase your home in the best possible light. Make sure you clean your carpets. You don't have to replace them typically, but shampooing them can make all the difference for cleanliness. Think about doing pre-inspection repairs so that the home inspector does not make an issue of them at your closing. Doing repairs in advance will save you money later. Remember to organize all key spaces and store away off season clothes. Areas look better when they are well organized rather than crowded. Finally, make sure you do your research on competitive pricing for other homes in your market. Your house won't sell if it is overpriced. If you follow these steps I have listed your home will be sold!