Once you decide to sell your home, there is a lot more to worry about than signing a contract with your realtor. Your house must be ready for a stream of potential buyers. And a mere surface cleaning will probably not be enough to encourage people to rush in with an offer, unless they can see beyond cluttered rooms and minor faults such as required paint touch-ups.
Latest Selling Articles
Be Prepared for an Open House
Posted on November 1, 2009 by Tony KawaguchiHome Sales Still Struggling This Fall
Posted on October 31, 2009 by Eddy KickerThe rate that people are being laid off has, in fact, slowed down but many people are still losing their jobs; as well, in an attempt to hold on to their jobs, many workers have opted to job share or work severely reduced hours which can help them hold on to their job but often means that they’ll be struggling to make ends meet.
Staging Your Home For a Cold Weather Sale
Posted on October 31, 2009 by Gary AshtonThere are a few things to consider when staging your home for the cold weather; not only do you want to make sure that any prospective buyers feel welcome and at home but you also want to protect your home from the coming and going of people through your house.
Home Tours: How to Make Sure That Prospective Buyers Don’t Know Too Much About You
Posted on October 31, 2009 by Gary AshtonThe problem with having too much personal information readily available in your home is that buyers can use some types of information for their own gain, identity theft is rampant, and too many personal items around the house can make a prospective buyer have a hard time picturing themselves living in your house.
How to Sell That Haunted House
Posted on October 29, 2009 by Carolyn CapalboStrive after light, bright and airy. Make sure the electrical system and the lights in your home are well-maintained and serviced. If there is a particular room causing you trouble, strip it to the bones and start aggressively redecorating with lots of white paint and hard-to-kill houseplants.
Home Staging: Important as Ever in the Current Economy
Posted on October 29, 2009 by Mike TaylorIf the home you’re trying to sell has furniture that doesn’t suit the space very well, your home stager can even rent furniture to set up in your home to better show your home’s assets. This service can be relatively inexpensive or very expensive, depending on the level of help that your home needs and what you can afford to invest in.
Living the Good Life in Charleston, SC
Posted on October 27, 2009 by Mike CiucciFor people who are looking to purchase their first home, there are a number of properties priced well within reach for newcomers to the real estate market. Some may be mild fixer-uppers, and only need a good paint job to freshen rooms, while other homes need a more work and a little tender loving care – perfect for the person who loves the art of renovation.
Selling Your Home This Fall: Take Time to Prep Your Yard
Posted on October 24, 2009 by David AbernathyWith the weather turning cooler and gardens showing their less vibrant side, it is a good idea to prep your yard for prospective buyers so that they look well maintained and easy to take care of.
Understanding the Psychology of Clutter
Posted on October 21, 2009 by Joe SamsonRead any Top 10 list of things to do to prepare your house for sale and “Get rid of the clutter” is sure to be on it. But how important is cleaning up really? Does your home have to look immaculate, like it’s been torn from the page of a decorating magazine? Can’t the average buyer look past a little clutter and see the value of your home for what it really is? The answer lies in psychology.
Should you sell your home on Craigslist?
Posted on October 21, 2009 by Carolyn CapalboFor the enterprising home seller, listing their home on Craigslist may mean that they get more potential buyers looking at the property. It certainly doesn’t hurt, but sellers beware, Craigslist isn’t a miracle working home selling device. Without the aid of a professional agent, your home may just join the rest of the discarded listings.
Popular Selling Articles
House Not Selling? The Market May Not Be the Only One At Fault
Posted on December 11, 2008 by Lee CameronThere are many, many market factors right now that make it difficult to sell your home. Make sure that your agent isn't one of them.
Are You Selling Your Home for a Good Price?
Posted on December 15, 2008 by Lee BellMake sure you get the best possible price for your home. Consult with the experts before you put your house on the market.
Home Stage Your Attic and Basement for a Better Impression
Posted on February 3, 2009 by Mike AndruffWhether it's a garage sale or a thrift store donation, get rid of them! For more unusual items, find out if your community has a Recycle Center that will take them. Many people are on the hunt for odd items and there is often a depot that will take these things for resale. Local charities also take many items, such as gently used furniture and clothing.
Bathrooms Bait Buyers
Posted on August 10, 2008 by Joe PintoIf you don't want to go back in time, then how about going forward in time with a whirlpool? There are whirlpool baths available in standard lengths, and even pipe less whirlpool baths!
The Circumspect Adjective
Posted on February 3, 2009 by Ted GuarneroOkay, maybe the above is a wee bit exaggerated, but not by much. Anyone who has done even a cursory search for a home can attest that the use of so-called "descriptive language"¯ is rife in real estate listings. Sometimes it seems that the person writing these descriptions is under the impression that the more adjectives, the more impressive the listings sound.
Escape Bankruptcy with a Short Sale-A Deal for Buyers and Sellers
Posted on December 30, 2008 by Lee BellGetting your bank to agree to a short sale will help your credit and save them a headache. See if you bank is willing to deal with you.
Should i sell my house or should i wait for market conditions to improve?
Posted on May 4, 2008 by Korby SanghaWith the credit crunch taking its till on the property market should you be looking to sell your property before prices fall further or would it be best to wait for the market to turn and hope for an improvement.
What I Know About Sell House, I Learn From the Toilet Bowl Seat
Posted on April 1, 2006 by ChristyJonpnsPrice is an important factor to consider in the sale of your home. You need to make sure that your house is priced properly. Don't think of going out there to start looking for buyers for your house without first knowing the ideal amount to sell it. You can hire a real estate appraiser to determine how much your house is worth if you are clueless.
Sell That Place - Marketing Ideas For Your Home For Sale
Posted on November 27, 2008 by Bruno CristiniYour house is on the market, and your trying to get it sold. This article provides tips that will help make your home more marketable.
Tips on How to Sell your Home in a Down Market
Posted on December 30, 2008 by Craig LewisLearn how to sell your home in a down market including pre-inspection, home appliance warranty and home staging services.
