Selling you home can be one of the most stressful times when it comes to home ownership. There are so many things to do and never enough time to do them. Between making repairs, appraising your property and figuring out home showings you can't do it alone. Find out what you need to expect when selling your home and see how a trusted REALTOR® from Inhabit can make the process that much simpler!
Partner with a top real estate agent
A skilled Real Estate agent will help you know what to expect when selling your home, what the market will look like, juggle home showings, and have a smooth experience when selling. The right agent should guide you through every step of the way without taking over the process. They should inform you but not overwhelm you.
Set a Home-Selling Timeline
There’s not a one-size-fits-all answer to how long it will take to sell your home. The average time it takes to sell a house in Texas is 77 days — 42 days to get an offer and an additional 35 days to close. If you’re wondering how to sell your house fast, remember that timing, location, your home's price point, and the market will play a big factor into how quickly your home sells. Ultimately, the best time to sell your house is when the time is right for you.
Check your home’s estimated value
There are a few ways this can be done easily depending on the route you are going when selling your home, like asking a REALTOR® for a free comparative market analysis or hiring a professional appraiser.
Make judicious repairs
There are certain things that a lot of home buyers value when looking at the houses on the market, but It’s important to note how much time, effort, and money you will spend. Upgrades that are the most valuable to buyers are kitchen and bathroom updates, updating carpet or baseboards, painting and refreshing wallpapers, and minor home repairs. There is a chance that you can also add value onto your house depending on the repairs and upgrades you make.
Declutter and depersonalize each room
Starting the home selling process can start with something as simple as cleaning up your home. Ask a REALTOR® to come by to help you with the staging process. They can obtain professional photos of your home to help you start your journey off right!
More lighting, an extra touch of décor, some green plants, or a pair of throw pillows can really make a big difference! Don’t forget to stage outside too. Curb appeal speaks wonders to selling a home. It’s the first thing buyers see.
Consider a pre-listing home inspection
Pre-listing Inspections puts the Seller in more control. A pre-listing inspection makes everyone aware of issues in advance of negotiating a purchase agreement, and allows the chance to resolve the issues or have them accounted for upfront in the asking price. Homes that have a pre-listing inspection generally sell faster and have fewer inspection-related issues to negotiate, enabling a smoother transaction.
Follow a home Inspection/Appraisal checklist
Maximize your home value ahead of time, so your home appraises as high as it can. It is important to be flexible and coordinate the appointment around the appraiser’s schedule and allow the appraiser to do the inspection without distraction.
Tip: if you have an FHA loan and are doing a streamline refinance, typically an appraisal isn’t needed.
Ready to sell your Home? Get connected with one of our experienced agents at https://www.inhabitbcs.com/contact/ and be a part of one of the easiest home selling processes you will experience!
