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Your House Could Be Closer to List-Ready Than You Think
Dated: May 10 2022
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One of the biggest concerns for a homeowner looking to sell is the time they’ll have to put in before listing their house. If that’s the case for you, you should know – your home might be closer to list-ready than you think in today’s housing market. A survey of recent sellers from realtor.com finds that many were able to get their house ready in less than a month. It says:
“With many homeowners expecting a quick sale, and in many cases a lack of contingencies, the preparation process took less than a month for over 50% of home sellers this past year, with 20% completing it in less than two weeks.”
Those sellers expecting to sell quickly are following recent buyer trends. With mortgage rates and home prices rising, buyers in today’s market are serious about finding a home quickly. But with the limited number of homes for sale, there are very few options for those buyers to choose from. That means many may be willing to take on projects after they purchase.
Because of this, you may be able to focus on less time-consuming tasks before putting your house on the market. According to the survey mentioned above, some of the top things recent sellers completed before listing over the past year include landscaping, making minor cosmetic updates, and touching-up paint (see image below):
A Real Estate Advisor Will Help Streamline the Process and Keep You Focused
Of course, each situation is different and knowing what repairs or updates your house needs to stand out in your local area is critical. That’s where a trusted real estate professional comes in. In a recent article, NextAdvisor explains:
“. . . Real estate can be hyper-local, and demand can vary from one neighborhood to the next. It’s a good idea to work with a local real estate professional to determine an ideal listing price and if any improvements or repairs need to be completed before putting your home on the market.”
As your trusted real estate advisor, I know the ins and outs of the market. I can help you identify the places where you should and shouldn’t spend your time and money – and that can enable you to list quickly.
Bottom Line
If you’re ready to take advantage of the incredible conditions for sellers in today’s real estate market but are worried about the time it’ll take to get your home ready, you might be closer than you think. Let’s connect so you can see what you need to do before listing your house today.
The information contained, and the opinions expressed, in this article are not intended to be construed as investment advice. Century 21 OneBlue does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy or completeness of the information or opinions contained herein. Nothing herein should be construed as investment advice. You should always conduct your own research and due diligence and obtain professional advice before making any investment decision. Century 21 OneBlue will not be liable for any loss or damage caused by your reliance on the information or opinions contained herein.
Kevin Johnson
When experience counts, you can count on me!Kevin Johnson is the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Broker for the award-winning CENTURY 21 OneBlue and OneBlue Real Estate School. In his role as CEO....
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