Princeton Town Topics – Let’s Talk Real Estate – May 16, 2012
DON’T MARKET YOUR HOME BEFORE IT’S READY
Sellers who put their homes on the market before doing the necessary preparations usually wait longer for the home to sell, and it usually sells for less.
Thinking that they will save time and money by forgoing repairs, some sellers reduce the sales price to compensate for defects. But this approach is really only attractive to buyers who are looking for a bargain and are willing to fix up a property.
This year, most buyers are looking for move-in ready properties. Your REALTOR® can give you expert advice on how to prepare your property for the market and will happily promote your well-maintained home to buyers and other REALTORS®.
Your best chance to sell is during the first few weeks on the market. You may want to sign a listing agreement a week or two before you are ready to show, so your Realtor can prepare a marketing strategy, but be sure your home is in top showing condition before you open it to the public.
