REAL ESTATE SPECIAL SECTION SUMMER 2024 need to be put away ? Try to view your house as if you were seeing it for the first time . Maybe an exterior power-wash or fresh coat of paint on your front door would make buyers eager to go inside .
2 . Make your interior warm and neutral . Bold or bright colors may have been an accent to you but could turn off a buyer . Some buyers want move-in ready and don ’ t want to think about putting work in , even if it ’ s just choosing a new paint color . Use freshly painted neutral colors and remove abstract art and family photos from the walls . This will be a great opportunity for you to start packing up your personal belongings while providing buyers the opportunity to imagine their own touches in the rooms .
3 . Space sells . Buyers want to feel like they can move right in , with spots for their furniture and belongings . Store ( off-site , if possible ) items that you don ’ t need for day-to-day living , such as off-season clothing , holiday decorations , and old toys . This gives cabinets , closets , and storage spaces a clean , spacious look . You could also use this decluttering opportunity to donate or sell items , giving your next home a fresh start .
4 . Don ’ t go overboard with updates . Ask your real estate agent about changes that can add value or create appeal for your home . You don ’ t want to put too much money into unnecessary upgrades that may not even appeal to the type of buyer looking at your home . A small update may be just what you need to close a sale .
5 . Don ’ t price yourself out of a sale . A listing price might seal the deal on selling your home . Make sure to work with your real estate agent to review comparable homes listed in your area , pricing trends and inventory available , and work to list your home appropriately . A fair market price will attract buyers interested in making your home their dream home .
WANT TO BUY IN 2024 ?
You ’ re ready to buy a house . Whether it ’ s your first home , your forever home , or your retirement home , buying a house is an exciting and exhausting experience . Make sure you ’ re prepared , with knowledge of the market and what exactly you ’ re looking for in a home .
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