{"id":1424,"date":"2019-06-22T10:53:55","date_gmt":"2019-06-22T14:53:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beingbobblog.com\/?p=1424"},"modified":"2019-11-12T21:32:02","modified_gmt":"2019-11-13T01:32:02","slug":"tips-to-sell-your-home-faster","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/beingbobblog.com\/happy-holidays\/tips-to-sell-your-home-faster\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips To Sell Your Home Faster"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Ever wonder why some homes sell in a day and others linger for months?<\/div>\n
We\u2019ve got tips from the experts to get your place off the market, stat.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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1. GET A NEW HUE FOR YOUR FRONT DOOR.<\/h4>\n

A fresh coat of paint for your front door sets the tone of a well kept, updated place. I like a line of paint by Benjamin Moore called Grand Entrance (it comes in 11 colors), which was designed specifically for the front door. I always choose a color that makes a bit of a statement, yet complements the home\u2019s existing exterior color.<\/p>\n

First, prep the door by cleaning it and give it a light sanding to smooth out any old paint lines. Use a good brush to apply the paint.<\/p>\n

2. UPDATE YOUR KITCHEN … A LITTLE.<\/h4>\n

Buying new cabinetry is expensive, and full custom cabinetry can take months to complete. But you can update your existing cabinets by painting them white. I also suggest painting the island cabinetry gray ( Benjamin Moore\u2019s Kendall Grey), which will contrast nicely with the white.<\/p>\n

The most luxurious homes have Calacatta gold marble kitchen countertops, but if you\u2019re updating for a sale,\u00c2\u00a0 consider swapping out old granite with less expensive marble that has a similar look. \u00e2\u20ac\u0153Carrera marble is one of my favorites for a more reasonable cost,\u00e2\u20ac\u009d she says.<\/p>\n

3. CHANGE YOUR BEDDING.<\/h4>\n

The focal point of any master bedroom is the bed, and the bedding has to look magazine-worthy, like something you\u2019d want to jump right into. People buy homes because they fall in love with them, so make that master bedroom an emotional statement with an irresistible bed. A duvet cover set will allow you to slipcover your existing comforter and a few of your pillows.<\/p>\n

To make your bed look irresistibly cozy, create layers by adding another comforter folded at the end of the bed, plenty of pillows, and a few accent pillows. If you don\u2019t have a headboard, or if your headboard isn\u2019t a statement maker, a few Euro-size pillows (26×25) will fill the gap. And Joseph says you should never be able to see under a bed or to see sheets hanging down, so if needed, use a bed-skirt and proper bed-styling on days your broker takes photos or shows the house.<\/p>\n

4. LIST YOUR HOME ON THE RIGHT DAY.<\/h4>\n

Homes listed on Thursdays sell faster and for more money than homes listed on other days of the week, according to a 2015 study by Redfin. Redfin’s study shows homes listed on a Thursday have a 22 percent chance of selling above list price (compared to the 17.5 percent chance they have when listed on a Sunday).<\/p>\n

5. DO THE DISHES DAILY.<\/h4>\n

You never know when your broker might call you about scheduling a last-minute showing, so you need to be prepared.\u00c2\u00a0 The beds should always be made and the dishes should never be left in the sink.<\/p>\n

6. HAVE AN OPEN HOUSE IMMEDIATELY.<\/h4>\n

If you\u2019re willing to have an open house, do it within the first week: The Redfin study found that holding an open house during the first week that the home is listed will help your home sell for 2 percent more than what it would sell for if you held your open house later. It will also help you sell your home within 90 days.<\/p>\n

7. HIRE A PHOTOGRAPHER.<\/h4>\n

Your home will sell up to three weeks faster if your pictures are amazing, and you\u2019ll get $3400 more for it, according to Redfin.<\/p>\n

8. TAKE COMMUNITY PICTURES.<\/h4>\n

Your photographer should take a minimum of 25 pictures, and some should include the community. For example, if your home is near a park make sure the photographer includes a picture. If it\u2019s near a popular shopping mall, include a photo of the mall.<\/p>\n

9. PRICE THE HOME CORRECTLY FROM THE START.<\/h4>\n

Your house will get five times more visits the first day it hits the market than it does a week later, which means everything has to be perfect the first day. Testing the waters with a higher price and planning on a price drop later could scare away prospective\u00c2\u00a0buyers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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