A Few Dollars Can Go A Long Way - Get Your Home Ready to Sell

I am sure you have thought, I do not want to put any money into my home, I am selling it.  At first, it sounds like it makes a lot of sense, but if you were going to sell your car, would you get it detailed to get the best price.  Of course you would, and this is no different.  If you have no problems investing in your car for a sale or trade, why would you have a problem investing in your home which you will sell for a FEW HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS.  The trick is to spend the dollars wisely. 

Before tackling any project whether large or small, make a list of everything that you would want to do and determine where you get the most bang for your buck.  This list could come from the home evaluation that your listing agent provided for you (If they did not provide an evaluation you may have the wrong agent).  Next set priorities, what can you accomplish yourself and what work requires you to hire someone. 

Do not be afraid to spend a few dollars.  Fresh landscaping, paint and clean carpets, to name a few, go a long way.  If you take this crucial step at the beginning of the process, the price at which your home sells, will more than offset the initial investment in the preparation.  After you finished and until the sale is complete keep your home in tip top shape. Touch up the paint, trim the landscaping, keep windows clean, etc.  Remember, you are now in the sales business and need to make the best presentation possible.

Remember, you have only one chance to make a great first impression.  Do everything to make your home stand out from the rest when a potential buyer sees it for the first time. 

If you would a complete professional home evaluation or want to download our do it yourself home evaluation tools check out our Homes Seller Resources page or email tohoward@voginteam.com.

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