Frequently Asked Seller Questions

by Keller Williams Realty

What do I need to do to get my home ready for selling?

Buyers approach the process through the prism of emotion, and visualizing themselves inside the home. However, many also want to make a wise financial investment that will not force them to pour additional money into repairs for years to come. With that in mind, prepare your home for selling by minimizing personal items and distractions, prioritizing any necessary repairs, deep cleaning your home and boosting your curb appeal. Most importantly, allow us to use our expertise to efficiently and effortlessly guide you through the selling process. The right listing agent can make all the difference in your experience!

What can I expect to get for my home?

While there are a plethora of factors that will ultimately contribute to your home value, you can set initial expectations by researching your local housing market, noting home features and square footages. Another aspect to consider as you assess your home value is its interior. An upgraded home interior can be the key to getting top dollar for your home. Some interior upgrades are popular across the board, and they are more likely to make a splash with a variety of potential buyers. Kitchen, bathroom, and flooring renovations are some of the top projects that can bring a real return on investment. A current, energy-efficient HVAC unit and hip living spaces converted from attics and basements are also very attractive updates in the present market.

Should I order a home inspection?

Home inspections aren’t a required step in the home selling process, but they are a great investment as you prepare to sell. In making the most important financial decision of their lives, buyers will want to judge the book beyond its cover. As a seller, an inspection can help you identify the areas that need some extra love before the home goes on the market. You do not need to focus on making repairs prior to the inspection. Use the inspection itself as a way to select and prioritize the repairs that will truly make a difference. Our Keller Williams agents can offer recommendations on the most important repairs to tackle and alert potential buyers of the repairs that have been addressed along the way.

Should I stage my home or leave it empty?

Because the buyer needs to be able to picture their own everyday life within the home, staging is a great approach to ensuring they are able to do so. It may sound a bit intimidating, but do not fret. It is all a matter of depersonalizing the home by getting private items such as framed photographs, awards, toys, or other memorabilia out of sight. (Keep a couple of favorites on hand to give the space that warm feeling!) In addition, consider giving your outdoor space a facelift by mowing the lawn, putting a bit of elbow grease into landscaping, and stashing away garden decorations. Indoors, focus your efforts on removing visible scuffs and holes, and direct your attention to the three most important rooms in the home: the living room, main suite, and kitchen.

 

Published on 2021-08-23 11:19:51