{"id":11299,"date":"2018-10-10T13:04:47","date_gmt":"2018-10-10T13:04:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/?p=11299"},"modified":"2023-11-03T15:00:02","modified_gmt":"2023-11-03T15:00:02","slug":"5-tips-for-streamlining-your-home-sale","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/5-tips-for-streamlining-your-home-sale\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips for Streamlining Your Home Sale"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wondering what you can do to help ensure a quick and profitable home sale? We\u2019ve got you covered!<\/p>\n

Following are five fundamental tips to help streamline your home sale so you can skip the headaches and get started on the next chapter of your life.<\/p>\n

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  1. Hire a real estate agent. <\/strong>An experienced seller\u2019s agent knows how to price, market, show and sell your home for top dollar. Ask friends and family for recommendations and be sure to select someone who understands your home, neighborhood and expectations. Get <\/em>additional tips<\/a><\/em> for choosing an agent.<\/em><\/li>\n
  2. Set a realistic listing price. <\/strong>Don\u2019t allow your personal attachment to your home to impact your ability to set a reasonable listing price. Of course you want to maximize the return on your investment, but market conditions\u2014not memories\u2014dictate your home\u2019s actual value. Once you choose an agent, he or she will pull comparables (a.k.a. comps), which detail the listing and selling prices of similar homes in your area over a certain period of time, to help you determine a fair and attainable listing price.
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  3. Get an inspection. <\/strong>You don\u2019t want unexpected structural or safety issues to delay or\u2014even worse\u2014derail your home sale. Hire a professional to inspect your house and provide a list of necessary repairs so you can fix any potential issues at the onset or reduce your listing price accordingly. \u00a0
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  4. Stage your home. <\/strong>Potential buyers need to be able to envision their<\/em> lives in your<\/em>\u00a0house. That\u2019s where staging comes in. Rid your rooms of personal items, like photos, memorabilia and knickknacks and arrange your furniture in a thoughtful, inviting way. If you plan to repaint, choose a neutral shade with broad appeal. And always make sure your home is clean and organized before showings. Get <\/em>additional tips<\/a><\/em> for staging your home.<\/em><\/li>\n
  5. Review and negotiate offers.<\/strong> When offers start rolling in, don\u2019t go it alone. Your agent can help you home in on the most qualified buyers and negotiate a price that is acceptable to both parties. After you\u2019ve come to an agreement, he or she can also assist you from contract through closing.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Planning on buying a new home after you sell your current one? Start your search <\/em>here<\/a><\/em>!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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