Preparing to Sell Your Atlanta Home
Interested in selling your Atlanta home, but feel overwhelmed by the process? Read on! I’m here to help you make a smooth, worry-free transition to your new home. It all beings with properly preparing your current home for the market. The planning stage is important, because it will help you draw top-dollar offers and a quick sale!
First, get an idea of your home’s market value before you begin any home improvements. You need to know what your return on investment is likely to be, before sinking money into any projects. Let me provide a free comparative market analysis that gives you a baseline of your current home value.
I’ll provide expert guidance about updates that make sense for your home and the local market. The right improvements can give your home a competitive edge! Often, the simple things give you the best return for the money.
For example, I might recommend fresh interior paint, new window treatments, and home staging. Of course, we’ll look at curb appeal too! Your home exterior can be freshened up easily with power-washing, a few landscaping touch-ups, new exterior lighting, and a new steel front door. Every home is unique, and I’ll explain my reasoning behind any suggestions I make for you.
Homes in the best condition command the highest offers. The longer we live in a home, the more we get used to little imperfections, like a dipping faucet, or a door that doesn’t right. Or, we’re unaware of potential issues because they haven’t become an immediate problem. When in doubt, order a home inspection, so you can address any issues before placing your home on the market. After all, home inspections are a common home buyer contingency. Rather than discover a problem when you have an offer on the table, you should nip things in the bud.
When it comes to pricing your home, please keep in mind that property tax assessments, homeowner’s insurance coverage and online value estimates can be significantly different from your actual market value. I will recommend a price range based on your local market and your home’s competitive position. The actual listing price is up to you!
Selling your home means being ready to accommodate a showing appointment. I’ll do my best to make sure the home showings fit your schedule! Sometimes, though, a very qualified buyer might ask to see your home on short notice. This can happen with out-of-town buyers who just found your home while touring the neighborhood! It’s best to have a quick-show checklist ready.
Plan safe storage for jewelry, mail, important documents and prescription drugs. Also have a plan for your pets. Some buyers are afraid of dogs, and even the sweetest dog can get upset about strangers in the home. Buyers can be allergic to cats, and kitty could be tempted to sneak out the door. Have leashes and portable kennels ready, and take your pets with you when buyers are on the way.
These are just a few ideas to help you get started! I will be happy to provide you with a pre-sale consultation, along with customized strategies for top-dollar offers. I’ll also make your home selling experience pleasant and painless!
Contact me today for your comparative market analysis and your free consultation! There is no obligation, and no pressure.
Jill Heineck
Associate Broker
Heineck & Company at Keller Williams Realty
Phone: (404) 418-9157
Email: jill@heineckandcompany.com
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