5 Action Items To Do When Selling Your Home

Most everyone knows that when you have decided to list your home for sale there can be a  great deal of excitement as you plan your next stage in life. Before you get caught up in planning out your new home, be sure you take the important steps when selling your current home. You will want to ensure that you have a clean and profitable sale so here are some helpful pointers.

Hire a Professional Realtor

Don’t cut any corners when trying to sell your most valuable possession. Hire a professional real estate agent like myself who knows the market and process best. Unexpected challenges can come about and only an experienced professional can guide you through where you don’t lose money and have a successful sale.

Declutter

Both inside and outside of the home, be sure you declutter before you sell. From kitchen counters and closets to garages and patios, make sure you omit as many unnecessary items so your home looks larger, more welcoming and inviting. The more neutral you can have it look, the easier time a prospective buyer has envisioning the home as their own. 

Research The Title

You will probably assume your home’s title is clear but it is a good idea to make sure there are no issues associated with it, real or fraudulent, before putting it on the market. Your real estate attorney can help you with this so that you are ready to go when you find the right buyer and won’t have any surprises.

Secure Your Valuables

When you put away any personal items like family photos, awards and the like, go one step further and secure any of your valuables at that time as well. This includes all jewelry, artwork or medications being under lock and key so you don’t run the risk of theft during any open houses.

Deep Clean

Finally, give your home a thorough cleaning from top to bottom. Be sure things are looking and smelling fresh and clean, not just for the first showing or open house but all throughout the marketing and selling process. All prospective buyers should visit the home where it is in its best and most presentable condition.