It is often more emotional to sell a home than to buy a home, and the reason for selling your home may be a determining factor in the urgency of the sale. The urgency may also have an effect on the price of the property, that’s why it’s important to take the following factors that can influence the sale of your home into consideration:

Expenses

It is very important to first calculate the expenses that may be incurred while selling your home. This knowledge is absolutely necessary because it helps you to determine a good price for the house, as well as the potential profit that you can realize. The cost of selling your home may include things like commission to be paid to the agent, taxes, advertising costs or specific reports, such as a property inspection.

Pricing

The most important factor when putting your home on the market to sell is setting the right price. The price at which your property is marketed can make or break the deal. Over-pricing of the property may result in a smaller buyers’ pool and a prolonged stay on the market that will result in lower offers being submitted. On the other hand, under-pricing of the property may result in you losing money on your investment or a buyer offering an even lower amount due to a negative perception of the property or area.

How Much Is Your Home Worth?

In today’s market, the home prices are in a colossal competition with each other. With other homes going up for sale in your community, you face the competition of getting the right price for your home. I will help you price your home competitively to attract qualified buyers. I will generate a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) report, which will show you a range of prices being paid for homes similar in your area. To know your home value, call me for a free market evaluation of your home.

Marketing On The MLS System

Upon listing your home with me, your home is immediately entered in the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) database. Almost immediately, every Realtor® will have access to view your home on the database. In addition, your property will be included in any printed MLS books. The MLS system is widely used by buyers in finding their next home. I will make sure your home gets noticed with my effective marketing strategy.

Location

You really cannot do much about the location of your property, but it does play a very important part in the marketability of your home. For this reason, these considerations must be thought about carefully:

• That your property is priced in relation to other offers in your area;
• The type of neighborhood your property located in (well-established, up-and-coming or transitional); or
• The location of your property – urban or rural area.

Condition of Property

The condition of your property is always a factor in how quickly your home sells. If you want to acquire the highest market value, it’s advisable to elevate your home to be above the others in the same price range. Remember – first impression is a lasting one. Below, I have listed a few inexpensive ways to maximize your home’s curb appeal:

• Keep your grass cut and yard clutter-free;
• Apply a fresh coat of paint to any wooden fences or your front door if necessary;
• Clean all windows inside and out;
• Display fresh potted flowers or plants on your front porch (in Summer) and fresh greenery (in Winter);
• Wash or paint your home’s exterior; and
• Check all gutters and other exterior fashions to ensure they are firmly attached
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