Get the Best Price for Your Home

by Ann Hayward 09/08/2019

No two houses are exactly the same. Much in the same vein, there is no one-size-fits-all solution to ensure a home seller can get the best price for his or her residence. However, there are several things that a seller can do to boost the likelihood of enjoying a profitable house selling experience, such as:

1. Improve Your Home's Curb Appeal

Upgrade your house's curb appeal before you list your residence – you will be happy you did. Because if your home boasts an awe-inspiring exterior, your residence could stir up lots of interest from buyers as soon as it becomes available.

It generally won't take long for a seller to upgrade his or her home's curb appeal. For example, mowing the lawn, trimming the hedges and performing other lawn care tasks enables a seller to quickly improve his or her residence's curb appeal. In some instances, repairing cracked or damaged home siding may be necessary, too.

If you require additional assistance with home exterior upgrades or repairs, contractors are available in cities and towns nationwide. These professionals can take the guesswork out of home exterior improvement projects and help you bolster your residence's curb appeal in no time at all.

2. Eliminate Clutter

If your home is filled with a large collection of antiques, artwork and various personal belongings, you may want to put these items in storage. That way, you can show off the true size of your residence's interior to potential buyers – something that may lead to a quick house sale.

Of course, if you want to get rid of assorted clutter, you can always host a yard sale or list items online. You may be able to give your unwanted items to family members or friends or donate them to charity as well.

As you remove clutter from your home, it also may be beneficial to clean each room of your residence. Then, your home's interior can capture buyers' attention for all the right reasons.

3. Hire a Real Estate Agent

If you want to get the best price for your home, it typically is a good idea to hire a real estate agent. This housing market expert can offer tips and recommendations to help you enhance your residence's interior and exterior before you list your home. Plus, a real estate agent will help you identify and address home selling hurdles.

Furthermore, a real estate agent allocates time and resources to educate a seller about the house selling journey. And if you ever have concerns or questions about selling your house, a real estate agent can address them right away.

For individuals who want to maximize their home sale earnings, it helps to know what to expect after you list your residence. By using the aforementioned tips, a seller can prepare his or her residence for the housing market. And as a result, this individual may be better equipped than ever before to get the best price for his or her home.

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About the Author

Ann Hayward

Born in Philadelphia and raised in the suburbs, Ann Hayward got her Pennsylvania real estate license at age 18 even before going to college. This second-generation real estate professional followed in the footsteps of her father and two uncles, inheriting their passion for the business. Licensed in DC, Maryland and Virginia, Ann is accomplished in her career, with numerous designations including SFR, SRES, PSA, WHC, and multiunit Housing Development Finance Professional (HDFP) from the National Development Council. She specializes in Prince Georges and Montgomery Counties, Northern Virginia and Washington, DC, all jurisdictions where Ann has lived and knows very well. In addition to her professional expertise, she owns and manages personal investment property, understands and has been involved in the renovation/remodeling process, and has great resources which she shares with clients. When you hire Ann to represent you, she will make your buying or selling experience an enjoyable, rewarding one. Her compassion, sensitivity to her clients’ needs, eye for detail, and ability to see the big picture when guiding you through a purchase or sale are unique assets that will ensure your success. A diverse and relevant background also gives Ann a distinct edge. For 30 years, she worked in fast-paced, high-pressure television and theatrical production, attaining the highest achievement – DGA membership as a Director, and as an award-winning staff and freelance writer. Her keen audio visual skills and design sense benefit sellers in marketing their properties, and are invaluable in helping buyers see the potential of space. A true renaissance woman, Ann was also an income tax professional and office manager for H&R Block, so she thoroughly understands the tax and financial implications of acquiring and selling real estate. Her superior organizational skills are further evidenced as owner of a downsizing/professional organizing business, Managed For You, which allows her to connect with everyone from millennials to boomers and seniors, whether for small space planning or assisting with major decluttering and transitioning. Ann holds an AB in American History from Simmons College, Boston, plus attended Robert Wagner Graduate School of Public Administration where she was a candidate for Doctorate. She additionally studied Film Direction at the American Film Institute in LA, and was a Stanford University post-graduate Professional Journalism Fellow. Personally, Ann is an avid if not very good golfer, and the co-founder of a nonprofit 501c3 organization offering educational guidance, tutoring and counseling for youngsters from elementary school through college admission. She sits on the board of trustees of a nonprofit educational film production corporation as well. (202) 494-6252 [email protected]