When you’re getting ready to sell your home, there’s so much to consider that it can seem very overwhelming! Obviously, you’re looking for the best price and you want your house to show well.
The good news is that if you can avoid several basic mistakes, it can have a real impact. Let us explain further.

Pricing your house badly
The listing price is often the first piece of information a potential buyer will look at. If the property is priced too high it will turn people off right away. Maybe you have upgraded with new flooring or a kitchen reno. Don’t expect to add the cost of these improvements to the asking price. While upgrades will help your home sell faster, you’ll not recover every dollar spent.
To price your home properly, you’ll need to know what similar houses are listed for in your neighbourhood. It helps also to find out what they’ve sold for, so you know what to expect.

Listing your home in poor condition
Curb appeal is the next thing that people will notice. However, your house should be in good condition both inside and outside. Have you kept on top of necessary home repairs over the years? If you haven’t, it will show right away to anyone viewing the property. Maintaining your home also extends to keeping it clean, tidy and generally looking well-cared for.
In addition, rooms painted in neutral colours with minimal furnishings and personal belongings will be much more appealing. A prospective buyer can more easily see themselves living there.

Not marketing your property well
In real estate, a picture really is worth a thousand words! The photos of your home should show it at its best. Good lighting is critical, especially when photographing inside.
Is the description of your property brief and uninspired? Try using unique and enthusiastic language to describe your home. You want to really capture the attention of your audience and give them a real feeling of what your property can offer!
Finally, in this age of technology, good exposure online is needed to ensure your property is seen by as many potential buyers as possible.

To avoid these mistakes and others, hiring a realtor can be one of your best decisions. Having someone on your side with expertise in the business, and a willingness to understand your needs and work closely with you, can be invaluable. Remember, when you’re ready to take that next step and list your home for sale, I’m more than happy to provide you with the very best in service.