Are you thinking of selling your home? This can be an exciting yet extremely stressful time, and if you are fully prepared for what is about to happen, it’s highly likely that the process won’t be as straightforward as you want it to be, and things might not end up going as planned.
Make sure to include these points on your pre-sale checklist to make sure you know exactly what to expect and to help things run as smoothly as possible from your end.
Check Your Title
Even if you think your title is clear, it pays to check prior to listing your home to give buyers peace of mind. If you have gone through a divorce, for example, or separation, a Quitclaim Deed can absolve other parties from any claims to the property. Also, check for any liens that might have been added or have them cleared, as no one wants to buy a house with a lien on it, and you will need to ensure it’s cleared so buyers don’t get this attached to the home once you sell.
Check The Market
Checking the market allows you to get a good idea of how things are looking right now for sellers. It will give you an idea of what people are looking for homes, what homes are being snapped up or left on the market, and the average selling prices for properties similar to yours. The more you know, the more you can anticipate how fast it might sell for, what to list for, and what buyers expect from the property so you can be as prepared as possible.
Have A Presale Inspection
A presale inspection can alert you of any issues that buyers might pick up and impact your ability to see for your asking price or at all. A separate independent and unbiased opinion can uncover any potential problems and allow you the time and space to rectify them if you can or give potential buyers a clearer idea of the condition of the house if they know what it’s like when they move in.
Repairs and Refresh
Now is the ideal time for you to get those little niggling jobs done or give the property a fresh lick of paint to brighten it up and make it more appealing to buyers. The fresher and cleaner your home looks, the more noticeable it will be to those coming to view it. The better the condition it is in, the easier it will be to wow prospective buyers and get the best possible price for your property.
Take Practise Photos
Once your property is ready to go on the market, pictures and videos will need to be included in the listing. It can be a good idea to walk around your house and take some pictures at different angles and points as if you were taking photos to add to the listing yourself. The benefit of doing this is that it allows you to see how well your home looks via an image and any issues you might have become blind to or not noticed. This way, you can make any changes as required. Be it decluttering, fixing up paintwork, removing scuffs from walls, or getting that carpet deep cleaned. Use these practice images to help you make your home shine as bright as it needs to sell itself and have people lining up to view it, not giving it a wide berth.