Getting the edge on selling your home in todays market

With all of the negative attention the real estate market is getting due to the media, it can be extremely scary to think of selling your home in todays market. The truth is, go into this adventure with an edge. Don't be blindsided, know what you are going to be up against, and be knowledgeble about the whole experience going in.

Getting the edge on getting your home sold in a timely manner has to do with a few key factors....

1. P R I C E ! ! ! When it comes down to it, price is the A1 way to get your home sold fast. Be realistic going in. Try to detach your self emotionally from the experience, and remember it is a business transaction. Do not focus on the value of your home in retrospect of the memories your family has created there, but realistic on looking at what has sold in the community. Remember to look at the recent solds in the area, not as much the actives. Look at the solds, and the credits the sellers may have given the buyer as closing cost assistance. You want to be sold before all the other competition which may be sitting with a sign on its front lawn. SO, PRICE it right!

2. Condition. Condition of your property is also key. Place a fresh coat of nuetral paint on the walls, whether you like it nuetral or not! Buyers like to imagine the color palette possibilites. Nuetral walls, flooring, and fixtures, tend to bring top dollar. Do minimal repairs to ensure your property is in great show condition. Replacing light bullbs, ripped screens, patch repairs, or other small features mean alot more than you would think! Basic landcaping also draws the buyers, a little goes a long way.

Call me today for more tips to get your home ready for sale. This does not have to be as difficult as the media is making it! Real Estate is booming! Call me today, i'll prove it to you!

Gloria Price

Long & Foster Real Estate Company

EHO Realtor