Home Sellers' 5 Best Kept Secrets
How do you do it? How do you sell your home quickly - and for the price that you want?
This can certainly seem like a baffling query to people who are attempting to sell property in Colorado Springs for the very first time, it's not nearly as unnerving for those of us that have been a part of real estate in Colorado Springs for several years. Today, The MacGuire Team is here to let you in on five of the best-kept secrets for selling your home quickly and lucratively.
Secret #1: Depersonalize
When we're settling into our homes, one of the first steps we often take is to add our own personal touches - we hang our children's artwork on the refrigerators and put family photos on the mantles. When you're selling your home in Colorado Springs, however, the first step should be to tuck all of those personalized items out of sight. The goal is to create a neutral environment that each potential buyer can envision as his/her own.
Secret #2: Light It Up
They may not be able to explain it, but almost every buyer will naturally gravitate away from homes with fewer windows or those that are poorly lit. If your home doesn't have very many windows, you may want to consider adding a few before it goes on the market. Before every showing, remember to turn on every single light in your home and open all the blinds/curtains. Bright homes are much more appealing to potential buyers.
Secret #3: Prepare To Vacate - FAST
Creating a neutral environment every buyer could see themselves calling "home" is the biggest advantage any seller can have. It should come as no surprise that it is extremely hard to do this when you, the current owner, are physically present present in the home. If you're selling your home, you need to get yourself, your family, and your pets out of your home any time a buyer wishes to view the property. The more quickly you can do this, the more buyers will be able to view your home - which will increase your chances of selling your home quickly.
Secret #4: Boost Curb Appeal
Curb appeal is the very first impression your home makes on potential buyers, and it can have a huge impact on how likely each buyer is to consider your home. In fact, many buyers will drive past your home before they ever ask for a showing - and if they don't like what they see from the drive, chances are they'll scratch it off their list before even seeing inside. Savvy sellers boost their home's curb appeal by making sure that the porch is clean, that any exterior paint is in good condition, and that any plants are trimmed and aesthetically pleasing.
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| This home for sale in Colorado Springs serves as a perfect example of great curb appeal! |
Secret #5: Invest In A Few Upgrades
Unless you're selling a definite fixer-upper, you should always invest in a few small upgrades to make your home more appealing to potential buyers. Kitchens are especially important. In fact, kitchens are often the make-or-break feature for most homes. If your kitchen appliances are out of date, you may wish to consider upgrading them before listing your home. You could also consider installing new faucets and shower heads in your bathrooms or replacing the old carpet in your bedroom. These new features will attract more buyers, and may enable you to get a higher sale price!
Contact The MacGuire Team For All Your Colorado Springs Real Estate Needs
As the best real estate team in Colorado Springs, my team truly goes above and beyond for sellers. From paying for a professional staging consultation to covering professional cleaning services, we work diligently to ensure that our sellers get the results they desire. Give us a call to learn more!
Mike MacGuire
Colorado Springs Real Estate Agent
The MacGuire Team
6760 Corporate Dr
Ste 300
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
719-536-4324 or 719-660-6793
Mike@BuyWithMike.com
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