Spring Home Selling Tips
How to sell a home in the Spring:
Spring has always been a popular time to sell homes. The weather is slowly getting warmer and the days are getting longer. People are really feeling like breaking out of their homes and getting out and doing something – like finding the perfect house to buy. Spring is the perfect time to sell your home, so take advantage of all the enthusiasm and get it listed!
The spring real estate market generally yields the highest prices for those selling their home. If you’re thinking of selling your home at this time of the year, you must know that even though you may receive top dollar for your home, the competition will also be the strongest. This means it’s absolutely critical that you’re prepared for the spring real estate market so you can knock out your competition. Check out these tips so that you’re prepared. Some Tips for selling in Spring include:
Brighten things up.
Your home needs to look clean, bright and welcoming. You want to get rid of the heavy drapes you had over the winter and replace them with lighter curtains that let the sunshine in. You could also paint rooms that are dark to a lighter or neutral color, which will really make the space look bigger.
Clean up the landscaping.
The last of the dead growth leftover from winter needs to be cleaned out to allow the new growth to come in. Rake up any remaining leaves, take out any dead plants, plant some new plants in the empty spaces and throw down a few bags of mulch to bring it all together. Perennial plants work well for the spring home selling season.
Clean and declutter the house.
I know it’s cliché but it’s imperative to give your home a thorough “Spring Cleaning.” You probably spent much of your time in your home in the colder months, which can lead to a lot of clutter. Before you list your home you will want to get rid of the clutter and do a thorough house cleaning, because dirty cluttered houses do not sell as well as clean ones.
Here are just a few things to make sure you clean before listing your home:
· Wash your windows
· Dust your blinds
· Dust baseboard trims
· Clean appliances
· Clean shower(s) & toilet(s)
· Clean inside cabinets
· De-odorise and hire a professional carpet cleaner if need be
When selling a home, it’s important that you de-clutter and organize your home, too. A great way to achieve this is by packing. It may sound silly seeing as you haven’t listed your home for sale yet, but you will need to pack at some point anyways, so why not do it now! Clean out closets and pack away anything that you don’t have a necessity for. It is incredible how much better a home will show and how much quicker it will sell if it’s organized and de-cluttered.
Fix what needs fixing
Winter can be hard on a home, particularly the exterior. Before you list the house you will want to look closely at your roof, gutters and siding to make sure nothing is broken or in need of cleaning. Buyers will be examining the exterior closely, so it’s better for you to get to this stuff now than after the buyer tries to negotiate a cheaper price on your home.
Know What Your Plan Is
One huge mistake sellers make is not knowing what their plan is once they sell their home. Are you planning on buying another home once your home sells? Do you have the option to move in with family? Can you rent, if need be? These are things you should think about and know the answers to before listing. It’s a great idea to discuss your financing options with a local lender before you list your home for sale. If you can get pre-approved to purchase a home, it can give you a huge advantage over any seller who is selling their home subject to finding a suitable property to purchase.
Consider Having a Pre-List Inspection
One of the biggest reasons a home sale gets derailed is due to the home inspection. Most buyers will opt to have their offer contingent on an acceptable home inspection. Some buyers can even get alarmed and scared by the smallest home inspection finding. It can be easy to avoid this possibility and have your home inspected by a professional before listing it. Having a pre-list inspection is one of the top things to do before listing a home.
Final Thoughts
The spring real estate market is a great time to be selling a home. Be proactive and follow the above tips for taking full advantage of the spring real estate market. You will be glad you did when your home sells quickly and for a high price!
In every Hello Real Estate value pack fixed fee package (No Commisions), as standard we provide all of our customers with a team of specialist to assist with all of the recommendations above, such as a professional home stylist and a pre-sale building and pest inspection. Not forgetting a personal mentor to work with you and provide professional advice at every step in the process from enquiry through to your successful sale and/or new purchase. When you are thinking about buying or selling property in Australia or New Zealand simply say Hello and we would be delighted to assist.
Call Dan Kennedy. Owner & Mentor of Hello Real Estate (Sunshine Coast South) Ph: 0402 728 674.