5 Things To Know Before Selling Your Home
Posted: October 04, 2021 by Nicole Burgan
There can be a lot of stress when deciding to put your home on the market. Maybe you aren’t sure the right price to list it or you are worried about its curb appeal. Here are the top 5 things to keep in mind when selling your home.
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Create curb appeal. You should ensure the front of your home is inviting to prospective buyers. Take the extra time to rake up the leaves in the front, mow the lawn, and sweep the walkway. Fix any broken screens, shingles, outdoor lighting, and get a new doormat. Remember that this is the first impression buyers will have of your home.
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Get a pre-listing inspection. Many buyers will make their offer contingent upon an acceptable home inspection. Because of this, it is better to complete a pre-listing inspection so you can address all the issues of your home before it goes on the market.
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Light it up. To make sure your home shines from the inside out, replace old lightbulbs as well as old light fixtures with new ones. Buyers are always looking for how much light is in a home. One of the best ways to increase the appearance of the best light in the neighborhood is to take down drapes, clean the windows, and if you have bushes in front of your window--trim them! These little fixes can make your home more inviting.
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Painting. One of the easiest ways to make a home look more contemporary lies with the walls. Choosing to repaint your home a neutral color allows for prospective buyers to imagine how they can transform the space into their own. Not to mention, it gives buyers a sense of security and comfort that the home has been well maintained.
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Declutter. Nothing says “well-kept home” better than a clutter-free home. Try and set aside time to do some deep cleaning and decluttering before you put your house on the market. There’s no better time to get rid of something you haven’t used in years than when you have to contemplate hauling it across the country in a moving van.
Whether you have been wanting to put your home on the market for a while now, or don’t plan to move until next year, please reach out to us at Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties in Bozeman and we would be happy to assist you.