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Earlier this week, someone came up to me and asked, "What do I need to do to get my home ready for sale? I'm not ready to go on the market right now, but a few months down the line I will be. What do I need to do?" These are the three things I told her.
1. Maintain curb appeal. Work on that ahead of time. Make sure everything is trimmed up and looking good each season of the year since you don't know exactly what month you're going to put your house on the market. Think about the seasons. Get those plants ready. Get the paint taken care of and make that house shine. Take pictures now! In early fall, the yard should still be green and pretty. Even fall foliage photographs well.
2. Staging is critical. I am certified by two national programs in staging. It makes a difference. You will make so much more money on your home when it is staged correctly. Start today with painting. Ensure the lampshades will show the home in a flattering light.
3. Get an inspection before listing. You don't want to negotiate to your lowest dollar only to have the inspection come back with major repairs you didn't know about. If you knew about them, you might not have negotiated to the lowest dollar in your contract.
If you have any questions about this or anything else regarding real estate, give me a call or send me an email. I would be happy to help you!
