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3 . Space sells . Buyers want to feel like they can move right in and have a spot for all of their furniture and belongings . Store ( off-site , if possible ) unnecessary items that you don ’ t need for day-today living such as off-season clothing , holiday decorations , or even old toys . This gives cabinets , closets and storage spaces a clean , spacious look . You could also use this decluttering opportunity to donate or sell these items , giving your new home a fresh start .
4 . Don ’ t go overboard with updates . Ask your real estate agent about changes that can add value to 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 upgrade 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 home prices in your area , pricing trends and inventory available , and work to price your home appropriately . A fair market price will attract buyers interested in making your home their dream home .
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GET REAL … A REAL ESTATE AGENT !
When you ’ re ready to make the biggest purchase of your life , or sell your biggest investment , it would be silly to go it alone . Having a real estate agent by your side means having your biggest ally ready to work for you . Armed with knowledge of area neighborhoods , the local housing market , and buyers and sellers ready to make moves , a real estate agent can help guide you on the journey to a new home .
Whether you ’ re moving to a brandnew town , or just one town over , real estate agents are familiar with the surrounding community . They can inform you of the local school districts , shops and restaurants , or even pet-friendly neighborhoods that align with your needs and wants . Be sure your agent has a list of your must-haves and your wish list for a new home , as this will help in understanding exactly what you ’ re looking for in a new home and may even be able to expand your search beyond what you thought you had available to you .
Having an agent who is privy to insider community information is definitely a perk but not the only thing real estate agents have to offer . They provide valuable access to the multiple listing service ( MLS ), other real estate professionals , mortgage lenders , home inspectors , attorneys and title companies , allowing a streamlined home buying or selling process . Access to information that isn ’ t often public on home listings , such as square footage , seller disclosures and HOA regulations , is also made available to you through your real estate agent .
With a wealth of information from past experiences , colleagues and connections in the field , and access to the MLS , real estate agents are able to provide you with a concrete foundation for making your home purchase . They ’ ll be able to identify whether something seems too good to be true , or if you ’ re getting all the facts . You can also count on your agent to develop an offer that reflects market value , negotiate on your behalf , and interact with the selling agent .
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