Get Your House Sold... Fast

by Janie Schriewer 04/14/2019

When you want to sell your property, you want it gone as fast as possible. However, there are activities some house owners get involved in that do not help their situation.

Selling a home is quite unlike buying a home. As a homeowner willing to sell their home, below are a few tips you should consider;

  • Price your home accurately. Often, homeowners price their homes based on the memories they made in the house. However, that is not the reality in pricing. To determine how much your home worth in the market, you need to employ the services of a competent real estate agent. They need personal knowledge on how to help you, so ensures they are familiar with your neighborhood.
  • Host an open house. If your house is suitable for an open house, tell your agent to help you schedule one. Ask if they list your home online, too. Some buyers get interested through online listings while others like to experience such in-person events.
  • Insist on professional photography. If you employed the service of a top-notch real estate agent, they have access to professional photos. It is not enough to be able to take pictures; you must get pictures that capture the house thoroughly, both in-depth and rich in color.
  • Be flexible with home showings. Studies show that most homeowners are not comfortable with strangers coming into their house to check it out. If you fall into this seller category, you can go away for a week or two while your home is listed and shown. Either way, you should not expect to meet the potential buyers. Buyers need privacy to speak with their agent without concern for your feelings.
  • Review your listing online. The price for which a house sells depends on the information that the market has of it and similar homes called "comparables." You should check your home listings on various websites in addition to your agent's to ensure the information conveyed about your house is accurate. If it is not, quickly alert your real estate agent.
  • Respond promptly to a purchase offer. Buyers go crazy if their offer goes unmet for longer than necessary. Many proposals contain expiration dates. Consequently, to get your house sold as fast as possible, ensure that you respond to purchase offers speedily.
  • Start packing before your house gets to the market. Another attitude that will get your home sold fast is packing even before your house is listed. That action allows you to line up movers easily and lets your buyer settles in quickly.
About the Author
Author

Janie Schriewer

Welcome to the Janie Schriewer & Associates at RE/MAX Results. Janie just wrapped up her 30th year in the business & over that time has been adapting to the always-evolving Real Estate industry. In recent years she has added 2 members: Her Son Derek—Licensed Buyer & Technology Specialist, and Buyers' associate Melissa Kelley. We are all full-service REALTORS who can assist with selling your home and/or finding you your next home. The added professionals mean potential Clients have more convenience for showings & direct communication with Franklin County areas real estate Leaders. 

Communication is crucial in Real Estate & Janie leads by example for our team as she prides herself on availability to her clients. Whether you prefer texting, phone calls, emails, or instant messaging, Janie Schriewer & Associates can accommodate. Whenever you want to talk to us or work with a REALTOR, the Schriewer’s have the experience & care to offer the right advice for your situation. We know the intricacies of negotiating a deal from the original offer to the signatures at closing as well as alleviating all of the hurdles that may arise in between. We treat you just like family. We care about you and what is best for you. Call Us today. Thank you as always for friends, past clients and customers we love referrals. Talk to you soon.