Upstate New York Real Estate
There are many factors that go into selling your home. Many sellers do not realize that seasonal trends such as interest rates and demand go into the final appraisal. Our job is to understand the housing market, current market trends, and any seasonal trends that may affect your home value. We also offer any photography and appraisals for an additional price. Learn our five suggested tips to get started on selling your home.
Step 1: Clean
Make sure to give a potential buyer a good first impression! If you real estate agent has someone come in to take pictures for online listing, you want to be sure that your home looks presentable.
Step 2: Home Inspection
Getting a pre-inspection before you sell your home is a good way to let buyers know if there are any major problems. You as the seller can also put on the listing that you are selling the home “as is.”
Step 3: Repair Any Damages
If you do not want to sell the home “as is”, then making any major repairs will increase the home value. It may be worth it to repair small damages for the next homeowner. This is why having a home inspection can help you prioritize any repairs.
Step 4: Get an Appraisal
Getting an appraisal of your home is a big part of the selling process. Getting an appraisal of the house will determine how much the initial listing price will be. This will also help to know how much room is in your budget to potentially buy a new home.
Step 5: Determine Listing Price
When you work with an agent, you can rely on their expertise to guide you to an accurate list price. Lake and Mountain Realty’s agents start with a comparative market analysis to give you a fair market value. The comparative market analysis is a report your agent will provide to you that includes a compilation of recent sales in your area. It focuses on homes that are like yours.