
- Before you put your home on the market, take the time to do as much research as you can about what is required. There will be various regulations and rules to be aware of and while it might be a bit more complex than you anticipated, being well prepared is an important first step. It might be best to involve a lawyer to help you go through the contracts and legal documents you will need. Be aware too that different areas have different laws, so you will need information about your area.
- Educate yourself on how to negotiate the sale of your home. You will be working opposite experienced real estate agents who naturally want the best deal for their clients. You may need to consider turning down offers at first to obtain best price for you.
- Make sure your home is ready for showing. It must look as attractive as possible for a potential buyer, so make sure everywhere is clean and uncluttered and that the yard is in good shape.
- Take advantage of all the information available online about selling a home. This can prove to be a valuable tool.
- Have a Move In Certified home inspection performed. This will make you aware if there are any problems with your home, before a potential buyer does.
You can make a success of selling your own home as long as you are ready for the hard work it entails. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you would like more information on Move In Certified home inspections.