Steps YOU Can Take When Selling

Selling your home can be a complex process no matter how experienced you are at it. One of the most important factors to consider is the price point at which you'd like to list your house. With a traditional real estate company you need to factor in the commission the selling agent will receive, but with House Connect - a flat fee listing company, you have more flexibility to offer your house at a competitive rate. This is one advantage to marketing your home that allows you to focus on other, small steps you can take to sell your home more quickly.

•         First, make sure the property is clean. A clean home gives a good first impression of both the home AND the seller. Small maintenance work that’s needed will not look as crucial if you give the impression that the property has been taken care of. This includes the yard or your "curb appeal"; something as simple as raking and mowing will entice a buyer to come see the interior, and we all know how important first impressions are.
•         Next, use your clean space well. Getting rid of clutter will keep the buyer from being distracted. Also, the less you have, the bigger the house looks AND the less for you to move.
•          Take high quality photos that highlight the house. Research picture taking tips online & capture the best parts of the house; no one knows the best areas of your home like you. Maybe there’s a view you love from your patio; be sure to think outside the box. Having pictures that show room size, large closets, a stunning staircase, or other features of your home will put you ahead of the competition.
•         Repair what you can. Don’t spend too much money upgrading a house you’re trying to get rid of, but some DIY handy-work will increase the value of the house exponentially more than the cost to do it. Also, this will increase the attractiveness of the property, drawing in more buyers.
•         Lastly, finishing touches. Simple tricks can go a long way when trying to sell your home. Make yourself scarce so the buyers can feel comfortable looking around the house, make sure the house has an inviting feel; simply opening the blinds and curtains goes a long way. Make it smell GOOD – an old realtor's trick is 2 caps of vanilla extract in an oven safe coffee cup at 300 degrees for one hour.

Remember, an agent’s best tool is the information YOU provide. Listing features of your home, labeling overlooked amenities (garbage disposal & dimming switches, washer/dryer hookups, etc.), and following these simple steps can help you reach your house selling goal faster. Being a savvy seller & listing for less with House Connect will save you time & money, putting you ahead of the curve. List. Sell. Save.

Please feel free to post comments, send emails, visit our Facebook & Twitter pages and the House Connect website, or call us directly at 770.640.6800. We have dedicated, knowledgeable professionals waiting to assist you with selling your home without the pricey commissions.

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