subject: How To Get Top Dollar For Your House? [print this page] There are a lot of different factors which will determine how quickly you sell your home and how much money you actually get for its sale. The best thing about this is that a lot of the factors are in your control as long as you research them and put the time into ensuring that you get the value of your home and maybe even more than you expected to receive upon selling it.
The appeal of your home needs to be high, especially if you are selling in a neighborhood that has many different homes for sale. The competition is high and buyers are going to need to be drawn in. In a way, the appearance of your home needs to draw them in so that they are convinced that your home is the one they need to buy.
The exterior is the first selling point. This is what buyers see before they even have talked to a realtor or even considered buying your home. This is why your lawn should be kept short and mowed. The outside should also be clean which means washing the home and all windows as well on both insides and outsides. You could also do small things like plant some flowers near the walkway or even do something as small as replace the mailbox. These little things really add up and draw people in.
The interior is where people will be seeing for the ultimate decision so some small repairs should be made here as well. You might also want to be sure that the home doesnt feel cluttered by having too much stuff. If this is an issue, consider storing some of it for awhile so that you have a better chance of selling the home. The home should be free of any dust and dirt as well. Potential buyers will be dissuaded if they are subjected to dirt and grime on their tour. If you dont have time you could possibly hire a professional to do a one time over of all those nooks and crannies that you dont normally tend to in cleaning.
The kitchen is a huge selling (or not selling) point. The countertops should be clean and if they are scratched up you may consider replacing them but dont do any repairs which will set your budget back any. The goal here is to make some money and to buy another house, not set yourself into a larger pile of debt. Also replace the knobs and faucets if they are older.
Painting the interior will also draw people in. Paint is simple but can set the whole mood of a room. Lighter colors are recommended since they are soft and appeal to buyers. The ceilings should be included when you paint. Consider choosing a lighter color than the rest of the room because it may give the room a more spacious appeal.
Small changes here or there can make or break your home selling offers. You may also want to ask some friends or family for constructive criticism to guarantee your best shot on selling.
