Selling your house may consist of many layers, but it doesn’t have to be complicated or stressful. You want to focus on your upcoming move, not worry about whether or not you’ll sell your current house, and if you’ll sell it for a generous price. There’s a process to selling your home, and here are those six steps.
What you don’t know can cost you time and money when it comes to selling your house. The best source of information is your real estate agent, and we’ve put together a growing list of helpful resources about the home selling process. When you’re ready, give Rory & Co. a call at (773) 425-9942 to discuss how we can help sell your house.
Staging Your House for Sale
Selling your house is an exciting opportunity to cash in on your investment and move forward in your journey. But before you can list your property with a healthy price tag, you’ve got to get your home in its best condition for showings. Repairing, cleaning, painting, and small fix-it projects are all aspects of getting your house dressed for success, and this is called staging.
Increasing your home’s appeal
Remember the 60-second rule: That’s all the time you have to create a winning first impression. Here are some simple to significant ways to maximize your home’s appeal. Exterior * Keep the grass cut and remove all yard clutter.* Weed and apply fresh mulch to flower beds.* Apply fresh paint to wooden fences.* Tighten and […]
Understanding the buyer
As the seller, you can control three factors that will affect the sale of your home: * The home’s condition* Asking price* Marketing strategy However, it’s important to note that there are numerous other factors that influence a buyer, and you need to understand these consumer trends when you enter the sellers’ market. The more […]
Practicing good seller’s etiquette
Let’s face it: When your house goes on the market, you’re not only opening the door to prospective buyers, but also sometimes to unknown vendors and na?ve or unqualified buyers. As with any business transaction, there is an expected protocol to how sellers, buyers and their respective agents interact. Should you find yourself in a […]
How to price to sell and still make a profit
The asking price you set for your home significantly affects whether you will profit in the sale, how much you will profit and how long your home will sit on the market. Your real estate agent’s knowledge of the overall market and what’s selling – or not selling – will be invaluable in helping you […]
