Home Buying Tips

Selling Your Home

List with a Great Real Estate Agent

Some homeowners think they can sell their home without a real estate agent. But the truth is, only about 16% of homes are sold without a Realtor.* So, when the time comes to sell your home, your odds of a quick sale are better by working with a qualified real estate agent who can help you:

• Research the Market – Your Realtor can show you comparisons between homes similar to yours on the market – from listing prices and size to amenities offered and location information. This will serve as a great reference point for pricing your home and deciding which features you should emphasize to make your home better than the others.

• Get the Word Out – Once you’ve priced your home, your real estate agent will market your home; advertise, put up flyers, listings and update online photos periodically.

Maronda Homes can recommend a list of top real estate agents in your area – to help you find the Realtor who’s right for you. Since our team works with Realtors on a daily basis, we can point you in the direction of the most active, successful and committed agents in your market. For more information, contact one of our new home consultants today.

Stage Your Home

Before you show your home, make sure it’s ready to be shown. Be sure to de-clutter and clean so your visitors can visualize the space and value of each room. You should also fix anything that looks broken – things that would be a red flag to prospective buyers. You can then add lighting and make any touch ups. Enhancing the curb appeal of your home with a fresh coat of paint or updating your landscape is a great way get it sold faster.

Be Realistic and Stay Focused on Your Goal

Remember that you’re selling your home because you want to. The more responsive you are to your Realtor’s expert advice on staging your home, pricing and marketing – the faster your home will sell!

*Source: National Association of Realtors, Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, 2008