Competitive housing markets and the influx of Californians moving out of state can make it difficult to sell your home at the price you want. In order to successfully sell your home, especially for the price you want, it has to stand out from other houses on the market. It needs to wow the buyers and make an appealing impression. At Soldavi Realty, we are experts at selling homes in California and recommend the following tasks to not only help your home stand out but to successfully sell your home for the highest price.
Select the Right Agent for Your Home
There are many real estate agents in California, but only a few are qualified to properly market your home. Having the right real estate agent can make or break a sale, which is why it’s important to shop around for the right agent. It’s important that your Realtor or agent has your price in mind when marketing your home and connecting you to potential buyers. It’s important to ask questions like: What is your marketing strategy for selling my house? This way you know exactly what your real estate agent is doing to make sure your home sells for top dollar.
Repair All Lender Required Repairs
Many repairs fall under the category of “lender required,” which are repairs or problems with the house the homeowner is required to address before the lender will release the loan to the buyer. Repairing these issues is important, as it will also increase your home’s property value. Many times these repairs can be simple, such as fixing a leaking faucet.
Freshen Up Your Curb Appeal
For many houses in California, landscaping is extremely important in making them look attractive and appealing. Having a yard with weeds and dead grass can make your home look run-down, and even lower its property value. Taking the time to improve your landscaping and increase your home’s curb appeal is important in making your home stand out.
Declutter Your Home’s Interior
Most buyers like homes with fewer items in them. This is because the house looks more spacious and flexible for the buyer’s own aspirations. Taking the time to declutter your home is important, as it will look more appealing and inviting. For many older Californian homes, this may be more challenging, as people tend to collect more items as the years go by. But taking the time to tidy up will make a huge difference in the appeal of your home. Making sure the interior is open and decluttered can influence a buyer’s offer and allow your home to sell for a higher price.
Get New Paint
For both the interior and the exterior of your home, covering these surfaces with new paint can make your home look more appealing, raise its value, and help it to sell for a better price. Even if your paint is not very old, freshening it up is important in making your home stand out. Many California homes are affected by sun damage, which can fade or bleach paint more quickly. Be sure to take the time to add a fresh coat of paint to make your house more enticing to buyers.
If you’re looking for more tips or want to learn more about staging your home or preparing your house for sale in California, contact Soldavi today.