| The Presentation of Your Home Is
Crucial: A crucial part of
marketing any product is the presentation of the product. Corporations
and retail businesses understand this concept and pay millions of
dollars each year to advertising and marketing consultants to get the best
advice possible.
The same is true for real
property. In order to compete effectively with other sellers,
home-owners must present their homes to the marketplace in an
attractive, desirable condition. When you bought your home, you probably
comparison shopped. Well, buyers are still doing that today. According
to the National Association of REALTORS®, the average purchaser looks
at 10 to 20 properties prior to purchasing a home. Regardless of how
many properties are on the market, available buyers will always seek the
best priced property that is in the best condition.
Think Like a Buyer:
You are not just selling a house. You are selling shelter, life-style, and dreams. People always
want the best for themselves, and your home should represent the buyer’s
answer to this goal. Put yourself in the buyer’s shoes! Remember, they
arrive at your front door wanting to find the right home. Don’t make
them search somewhere else for it. If you have done your homework, every
room in your home will create a desire for the buyer to stay.
Start Making a List:
Walk outside and take a look
at the property through the critical eyes of a buyer. Is there anything
that needs painting, repairing, looks worn, or is outdated? Start
writing these items down on your list. Walk through the interior and do
the same things. Ask for the assistance of everyone in your family.
After all, a shorter sales time will benefit everybody in the family.
Do Everything Before Putting Your Home on the Market:
Complete all of your
repairs, improvements, and enhancements prior to your first showing.
Remember, your best showings come early in the listing period. Be ready!
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Contact Info:
Sandi Schmude
100 NW Englewood Rd.
Kansas City, MO 64118
816-453-9100 ext. 129
816-729-5500 Cell
sandi@homeinkc.com |
