Selling a house requires special tactics, it can be stressful for first timers, and the pressure even becomes greater when there is a need to close the sale before moving into a new home. You will find the following simple suggestions highly effective in getting your house sold.
- Enhance the curb appeal. Curb appeal means how attractive your house looks to people on the outside. Little things like upgrading the exterior paint job, replacing the number plate, doorbell, and other external fittings or even mowing the lawn will all add up to make your house appeal to the buyer looking on from the outside.
- Take amazing pictures. You cannot overemphasize the power that a beautiful image holds in making your house more appealing to new buyers. The saying is that a picture can be worth more than a thousand words and it is very accurate when it comes to house listing as well. You want to make sure that you avoid unattractive pictures. Using a professional photographer to make sure that your photos are high quality with adequate lighting is very important. Unless your cell phone camera is super good, you probably shouldn’t use it.
- Tidy up the interiors. A tidy inside space might be what is needed to help your buyers make the final decision. Take away your personal touches and lay aside your preferences. The objective is to make it look like a home they can live in, and having too much of your personal items might be a distraction as it makes it harder for them to picture themselves living in a home that still has your pictures on the wall.
- Write a captivating listing copy. A compelling description makes potential buyers of your house have an idea about living in your house. You should talk about any advantages your neighborhood has, such as proximity to a major relaxation center, schools or shopping malls. Let the buyer feel that your house is unique with your words. If you need assistance with a good description, talk to a professional writer for help.
These are essential factors that will help you attract the right buyer to your house, convince them of your best offerings and close that sale speedily.
About the Author
Jan Kennemer
Jan will show you how you can live close to Washington, DC – by public transit and/or highway – and still enjoy all the many amenities and friendliness of a quiet community. Jan is a life-long resident of Arlington, Va. So, she is very familiar with northern Virginia …Arlington, Falls Church, Alexandria and close-in Fairfax. She knows where to find those little out-of the-way places where you will still get excellent value and a home that meets your needs. As a Realtor® for over 20 years, Jan has developed a customized system for marketing and selling properties which includes the latest technologies combined with tried and true practices. She has received special training in working with first time buyers, repeat buyers and seniors. She is a certified VHDA trainer and is certified as a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES©). Jan is also a certified e-Pro. She gets results you want – the best price in the shortest time. Jan is dedicated to helping clients satisfy their needs and wants while providing them with a strong investment for the future. She is readily available to provide explanations and information. She won’t push you into making an uncomfortable choice. Jan helps you to fully understand the transaction, so that you can always make an informed decision based on facts and figures.