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10 Top Tools to Sell Your Home in Today's Market

If you're selling your home, these tips will help.

  1. Evaluate the competition. Check out the competition and be honest when you compare your home to theirs. Check the sold comparables.
  2. Price it right. If you are not willing to price it for today’s market then consider waiting until prices go up. It will save you a lot of trouble and stress.
  3. Keep the lights and music on during showings.
  4. Make it easy for Realtors to show your home. Some buyers have restricted schedules, or make a special trip into town for a weekend just to look at homes.
  5. Make those nagging repairs that you may have been putting off. If you don’t, be sure the inspector for the buyer will find them.
  6. Make your home smell inviting. Cinnamon sticks in the crock pot, scented candles and plug-ins will help promote good feelings.
  7. Make sure your home is in spotless condition. Everyone buys emotionally whether they admit it or not. Staging your home often prompts a faster, higher offer.
  8. Encourage your Realtor to hold open houses. Yes,buyers need to see homes. When they are not with their  Realtor they are out looking around.
  9. Use social media to promote your home to everyone you know.
  10. Hire a professional Realtor who will aggressively market your home.
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