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    Dos and Don’ts When It Comes to Selling Your House

    Lakisha DavisBy Lakisha DavisFebruary 22, 2024
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    Dos and Don’ts When It Comes to Selling Your House
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    Several market changes have become unpredictable these days. Considering how trends are subject to change within a short period if you decide to sell your home, there are certain things you should be aware of to make the best of your sale. Whether you are looking for a cash home buyer in Kansas City or another area through a realtor or planning to sell your house yourself, you’ll have to take some steps to increase your chances of landing a buyer. From ensuring your home is in its best shape to pricing it correctly, here are some of the dos and don’ts to keep in mind.

    What You Should Do

    1. Talk to your real estate agent – Before you prep, it is critical to have a conversation with these guys. Given the experience they have, they can help give you a guideline on how things go and let you know if you are focusing on the wrong things. 
    2. Have decent lighting – How your home is lit can make a world of difference, as light makes every home look even more attractive. If you are going to take pictures, make sure you do so when the lighting is perfect to enhance the look. First impressions matter a lot, and you would want to grab their attention as fast as possible. Get bulbs that have high wattage, remove the drapes, and ensure your windows are clean.
    3. Dig deep on your agent – Your agent must be well known. This means they should have a decent online presence to be noticed by other buyers. Most people looking for a home start their search online and skim through them. They then narrow down and select a few that they want to visit. It is important that they also have a good knowledge of the area they live in. This includes the schools, recreational facilities, local communities, and the politics to talk to the buyers about. 
    4. Tidy the shelves and closets – Storage is always an important one for new homeowners. Try to maintain a less cluttered look by clearing shelves and emptying the closets and pantry. This creates an impression that your home has lots of space which will appeal to potential buyers. 

    The Don’ts 

    Now that we have put aside what you should do, let us go through what not to do, as some things would likely work against you.

    • Don’t do it on your own – We are not saying that it is impossible to sell your home on your own, but you must do your research first. Agents do help quite a lot since they tend to do most of the leg work. This includes the marketing, negotiations, and handling of legal documents. A real estate attorney is essential to sort out the legal parts of the transaction. If you don’t have much experience in this sector, it might be best to keep off all these headaches and deal with a professional who can represent you everywhere. 
    • Don’t take poor listing photos – Your photos should be crisp and clear as they are the ones that will entice the buyer and catch their eye. Hire a professional who has experience to capture the best parts of your home and make your listing attractive. 
    • Overpricing – Among the many reasons to get an agent is that they can help you quote the proper price that’s within market value. Overpricing is one of the most common mistakes home sellers make. This often leads to your property getting listed for too long. Remember, the longer it stays on the market, the lower your chances of landing a buyer.

    The Takeaway   

    Learning how to sell is an art that can be learned, but instead of going through all the trials and errors of getting it right, why not engage a real estate agent? The most essential thing to remember is preparation, from making the proper repairs to decluttering your house and removing any personal items. You want the potential buyers to imagine themselves living in that house without having to think of your family picture hanging on the bedroom wall. Be ready for anything and, above all, ensure you get yourself a good real estate agent to help you out whenever you are in doubt. 

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    Lakisha Davis

      Lakisha Davis is a tech enthusiast with a passion for innovation and digital transformation. With her extensive knowledge in software development and a keen interest in emerging tech trends, Lakisha strives to make technology accessible and understandable to everyone.

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