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Selling Your Home

Selling Your Home

Helpful Tips to Help Sell Your Home

First impressions can be lasting impressions. Make yours count by following a few hints. Top dollars are paid for homes that stand out from other homes on the market. A few dollars spent in preparation will come back with a higher sales price.

Preparation

  • Lawn & Garden - These are the first places a buyer sees.
  • Keep lawn mowed & the bushes trimmed.
  • Add a spot of color with fresh flowers.

Home Exterior

  • Paint your home if necessary or touch up peeling and chipped paint.
  • Inspect roof and gutters and make minor repairs.
  • Make sure the front door is clean and the hardware is in good working order.
  • Wash windows.

Home Interior

  • Clutter makes a home look smaller.
  • Clean bathrooms will attract buyers. Repair any leaks.
  • Straighten storage spaces to highlight this valuable space.

Choose a Professional

Protect your investment—hire a real estate professional to assist you with the sale of your home.

  • Are you selling too low?
    A professional realtor will provide you with an up to the minute market analysis of your home. There is no cost or obligation for this service.
  • Have you complied with State of California regulations?
    The sale of your home must comply with local, State, and Federal regulations. Your realtor can provide you with all of the disclosures and reports required to relieve you of potential liability.
  • Who is looking at your home?
    Do you want prospective buyers screened for their ability to buy?

A great realtor can help you understand the selling process. Shear Realty agents have local knowledge of home values and their expertise in pricing and negotiation are important assets in getting the most for your home.

Showing Your Home

People usually decide within two minutes whether they like your home. Here are a few things you can do quickly before an appointment to leave a good impression.

  • Open draperies and shades to let in light.
  • Keep pets outdoors if possible.
  • Avoid dirty dishes in the sink or on the counters.
  • Put toys on shelves or in large plastic totes.

Let the real estate agents show your home. Don't tag along and avoid offering comments or answering unasked questions. You will have an opportunity to provide information to a buyer later in the transaction.
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