5 steps to a quick home sale

Selling a home in a down market almost means settling for a reduced price. But to sell your home fast, you’re going to have to dip below what comparable homes in your neighborhood recently sold for. You still may not be able to compete with foreclosures and short sales, but at least you stand a chance of getting buyers to notice your listing.

2. Outside fixes have the biggest impact

Since your house won’t be cheaper than the distressed property down the block, it has to look far better. But you may not have the time or money to redo the kitchen, so focus on cosmetic improvements that will bring the most buyers to your door.

Spending a few bucks can go a long way toward improving your home’s exterior, says residential expert Bea Weiss. Get the outside of your house power-washed, paint the door, replace the knocker, and hire a gardener to give your yard some TLC.

3. International & local buyers are the secret for success!

The most efficient way to market your home is to target the most likely buyers. Locally, Internationals from Germany and England as well as local investors are back in the market.

To boost your chances of reaching the “Deutsch-sprechers”, get a Real Estate professional with a snazzy online presence and good contacts globally.

4. Online tricks will make your home pop

Nobody knows your home better than you do. Buyers are faced with thousands of listings. Help them find yours by peppering a description how you see your home and fill it with amenity keywords like “deck,” “pool,” and “granite counters”.

5. Your secret weapon is a speedy deal

It can take months for banks to approve a deal for a short sale or a foreclosed property. Make sure you are able to close the deal within a few weeks.

Another advantage you hold over distressed sellers: the ability to be creative in negotiations. If a potential buyer is wavering, offer to pay part or all of the closing costs or cover a year’s worth of association fees. At the very least, consider throwing in some new appliances or a paint job. After all, in this market no one is going to want a home that doesn’t seem like a bargain.

But the most important part: Hire an savy international professional who can do negotiations for you.

Weiss International Realty
The INTERNATIONAL Bradenton and Sarasota Real Estate Company

(941) 866 1666
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