 So, you're selling your home but the real estate market in Chandler and Gilbert is softer, much softer, than it was a year ago. While the market may have corrected somewhat and it may no longer be a sellers market, real estate activity is still strong in many areas of the Phoenix Real Estate Market; especially compared to other parts of country. Don't waste a minute preparing your home for the ever critical eye of each person walking through the door. Home Buyers tend to see the flaws in a house more so than all the good you have created in your home.
Consider the value of staging your home before putting it on the market. According to a recent HGTV survey, homes listed for sale in a “good” market prior to staging would take an average of 42 days to sell but significantly improved their days on the market by 40% after staging.
What can you do as a seller to minimize these flaws and highlight your homes best features? Make any home appropriate for a variety of buyers that may be looking at your property. Let's take a look at several reasons why your home may not be selling and some easy-to-do remedies.
Curb Appeal. Stand across the street and critically evaluate your front yard. Is it weed free? What about the "For Sale" sign? Is it easily visible from the street with current information? Do you have flyers available? Seems small, but this is actually a "biggie" in many neighborhoods where multiple homes are for sale.
Clutter. From the front yard to the back gate, get rid of everything that takes up space or anything that you can live without. You’re likely to be moving into your new home soon, so why not start packing now? Depersonalize and de-clutter to create an inviting environment that appeals to varied tastes and styles. Home buyers are looking for cabinets, closets and kitchen space. Home sellers should reduce, reduce, reduce!
Clean. How long has it been since you had a professional cleaning service do the job right? Have your home cleaned by someone who is not emotionally attached to the property. They see things that you don't and normally are especially detailed oriented in cleaning the home.
Color. "Real Estate Beige" comes in many different shades these days, but whatever shade of neutral you decide to go with, make sure it is properly applied. If painting over dark colors, be sure to use a primer. Hiring quality contractors to paint for you is worth the money. Walls in good condition are important, but so are walls that buyers can see.
Consistency. Make sure the home is prepared daily for buyers. Put wet towels in the dryer during the day (running the dryer before heading off to work). Dirty clothes need to be picked up and put in the laundry basket. Used dishes should also be put in the dishwasher each morning. Remember, people will recall what they saw, more than what they didn't see.
Buyers will make their decision within the first few seconds of driving up to your house. Sellers need to create the invitation and motivate the buyer to want to come in!
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