Selling your home in today’s market isn’t easy. The housing inventory is low, demand is high, and buyers have a lot of options when it comes to buying. That being said, selling your home can be an excellent opportunity for you to unlock the equity that you might not have been able to access otherwise. With the right strategy and the right real estate agent, there’s no reason why you can’t sell your home quickly and for top dollar. Here are some tips on how to sell your home fast and for top dollar.

Make small but impactful updates before listing

First things first, you’ll want to update the inside of your home before listing it. Depending on the condition of your home, you might want to make more significant upgrades. But remember that the upgrades you make are more important than the dollar amount you spend. If you spend $10,000 on upgrades and sell your house for $100,000, that’s great, but if you spend $10,000 and only get $90,000 for your house, that’s a big mistake. When it comes to making updates, think about what will have the biggest impact on your sale. For example, if your kitchen is in great shape, but it’s missing a few features, like upgraded appliances, you can make that one upgrade that will have a huge impact on your sale. Or, if your kitchen is outdated or in bad shape, you’ll want to make those upgrades, too. Just remember: the upgrades you make are more important than the dollar amount you spend. So, don’t get caught up in trying to spend as much money as possible. Focus instead on making upgrades that will have the most impact on your sale.

 

Get your house in tip-top shape

Another important thing to keep in mind is that you want to get your house in tip-top shape before you list. If you’re selling a house in need of repairs, it’s going to take longer to sell and you’ll likely get less for it. When it comes to getting your house in tip-top shape, there are three things you’ll want to do. First, you’ll want to make sure your home is clean. You don’t have to put in hours of cleaning, but it should be clean enough to actually live in. Second, you’ll want to make sure your appliances are in good shape. Again, you probably don’t have to replace them, but they should be in working order. And third, you’ll want to take care of any major issues, like roofing or plumbing problems.

Stage your home to highlight its biggest selling points

When it comes to selling your home, you’ll want to stage it, which means you’ll want to accentuate its best features. Most importantly, though, you want to stage your home so that potential buyers are drawn to the home’s biggest selling points, like a gorgeous backyard or a spacious kitchen and living room. If you don’t know where to start, enlist the help of a professional stager. They can help you figure out the best ways to highlight your home’s best features.

Make the most of your yard

Even if you have a smaller yard, you can make the most of it. In fact, many buyers tend to gravitate toward homes with large yards. And the best part is, as long as you have a little bit of space, you can make the most of it with a few small landscaping upgrades. If you want to make the most of your yard, you can plant some trees, flowers, or a vegetable garden. Or, if you want to make more significant upgrades, you can consider adding a porch or patio.

Don’t be afraid to drop the price

Finally, don’t be afraid to drop the price on your home if you’re not getting any interest. The fact of the matter is, you might not be able to sell your home as quickly or as easily as you’d like. And if you’re not getting any interest in your home, you might have to drop the price to get it sold. Remember, the longer your house stays on the market, the less likely you are to sell it. So, if you’ve had it on the market for a few months and you’re not getting any interest, drop the price. If you get a few more people interested, great. If not, you can always raise the price back up.

Send a professional photographer.

Finally, when it comes time to sell your home, don’t forget about the importance of photography. You want to make sure you send a photographer who knows how to properly shoot a home and showcase it to its fullest potential. Remember, potential buyers will look at your home’s photos before they even set foot in your home. These photos could be the difference between someone walking away from your home and someone making an offer. So, make sure you hire a professional photographer.

Contact Valleywide Realty

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