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How to Avoid these 6 Common Home Selling Mistakes
In accordance with our
commitment to educate you about real estate, we are here to talk about 6 common
mistakes people make when selling their property. Keep in mind that all
of these are totally avoidable - you just need to know about them beforehand.
6 Common Home Selling
Mistakes
1.
Overpricing
Property: This initial mistake
can ruin a perfectly sell-able property. Luckily, Monica has a good handle on
Southern California homes and can effectively price yours for a fast sale at a
premium price. Always consult a professional like Monica, who has over 14 years
of experience.
2.
Inability
to show a home: You must make your home
available to as many consumers as possible. If you can't show your home to a
large audience, then your chances of selling it have already significantly
decreased.
3.
You
Must Declutter & Depersonalize Your Home: In relation to showing your home, you cannot
have clutter or personal items like artwork or posters showing when you are
trying to sell it. Neutralize your home so that buyers can imagine
themselves inhabiting it. Plus, if you're going to be moving out, it's
good to get all the clutter cleared out anyway.
4.
Unpleasant
Odors: Once again, aim to
have your property as neutral as possible, including the way it smells. Don't
smoke inside your home, and avoid cooking fragrant foods like cabbage or curry. Even
pleasant smells should be avoided in a home because those carry personality,
and you want to aim for neutrality. If you have pet stains or odors,
consult a professional service to remove them.
5.
Unwillingness
to Negotiate with Buyers: Real estate agents are professional negotiators and they have
your best interests in mind with everything they do. No real estate deal goes
without a hitch, so expect negotiations, and expect your agent to work in your
favor each and every time. Concessions are sometimes necessary for the sale to
occur.
6.
Unwillingness
to make repairs: If
a buyer is making an investment on your property, it is certainly within reason
for them to have concerns about repairs. The thing is, you have to choose your
battles wisely. Some repairs can be more important than others, and
your agent should negotiate and inform you as to which ones are most crucial to
sell your property.
