In today's market for a Seller you have to be above the edge if you expect to get the highest priced home in your neighborhood. First realize is your home or neighborhood what most first time home buyers are looking for? If you are unsure I will tell you, as I help first time home buyers daily and can tell you exactly what they are truly looking for in your home! They want to fall in love from the second they enter your home. If they don't have that moment, the rest of the home is just blah to them and they are thinking about the other 8 homes they are going to see today or another day!
#1. First time home buyers under the age of 40 are looking for: Stainless steel appliances, newer roof, newer AC Furnace within the last 7 years, grey modern colored walls ( not always the case but often) white trim, granite or granite looking countertops, cabinet color varies, hardwood floors definitely are the largest selling points for most buyers. Again this is not everyone but the majority in that age range that is what they are looking for!
#2. First time home buyers want Location, Location, Location, often they are not thinking too far ahead into children's schools if they do not have any. They want a good location as far as interests, work distance, biking trails, dog parks etc.
#3. What are the items in the home that need to be redone, most first time home buyers do not want a large project, more decor, painting, items, carpet doesn't scare them but the rest of the home needs to not have too much work ie. foundation is a no go. Most first time home buyers will shy away from any foundation work that needs to be completed, even if it is minor, so as a seller to get the most for your homes value on the market often you will want to partner with a realtor to get someone trusted who does insure their work and will get it done at an affordable rate for you. Do not.. I repeat do not ..start calling the yellow pages, it often does not get you the best results or best service!
#4. What does your home look like from the outside? Does it look like this?
or This?
The condition of the exterior of your home landscaping can reduce your sale price by 10% at least! So clean up the yard, plant bright colored flowers and just make sure it looks sellable! Again Contact your local agent and they can be your second pair of eyes to let you know what will look best!
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