TOP TIPS FOR BUYERS AND SELLERS
TOP 5 TIPS FOR SELLERS
Time to move on, move up, or "get out"? Just follow our top 5 tips for Sellers and you should have an easier time!
1. Do your homework – research recent sales in the area before you list your property
2. Speak with your accountant and lawyer before listing your home to understand the financial and legal impact of the sale
3. Understand the current state of the market vs. 6 months ago so you can be realistic in setting a fair market price with your agent
4. Find a real estate agent that has listed and sold successfully in the area
5. Make sure that you are showing your property at its best. Fresh paint, clean surfaces, consider staging or even minor renovations – first impressions are everything
5 WAYS TO ADD VALUE TO YOUR HOME
Looking to make your home look more valuable? Maybe it's in preparation to sell, or maybe you'd just like to upgrade things a bit. Here are our 5 most impactful, and easy, ways to add some value... over night!
1. Upgrade lighting to make sure that the home is bright and cheery
2. Organize your closets to make them feel spacious
3. If old, purchase up-to-date appliances that will make the kitchen look new
4. Refinish floors and paint walls where needed
5. Have all windows washed to maximize light and views
TOP 5 TIPS FOR BUYERS
Ready to buy? Here are our top 5 rules to follow before you sign on that bottom line:
1. Get qualified for a mortgage before you start looking
2. Interview real estate agents looking for professionalism and expertise – hire one who listens
3. Research recent sales of comparable properties
4. Ask when the home was last renovated and if there were any major repairs
5. Do complete due diligence on the mechanicals to estimate any future expenses – hire a professional home inspector
(Source: Elliman.com)(Reports and Guides)
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