{"id":4239,"date":"2021-09-22T10:00:31","date_gmt":"2021-09-22T17:00:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.summerhillhomes.com\/blog\/?p=4239"},"modified":"2023-04-30T01:52:47","modified_gmt":"2023-04-30T08:52:47","slug":"the-ultimate-guide-to-selling-your-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.summerhillhomes.com\/blog\/2021\/09\/22\/the-ultimate-guide-to-selling-your-home\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Guide to Selling Your Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Most home sellers dream of a smooth and stress-free sale but\nthe reality is that selling a home includes a lot of moving parts. There\u2019s much\nmore to it than just sticking a \u2018For Sale\u2019 sign in the front yard and waiting\nfor the offers to roll in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your home is your most valuable asset so it\u2019s important to\nthoughtfully prepare a strategy so you can attract the right buyer. Since most\nsellers spend an average of six months thinking about selling before taking\naction, you have plenty of time to do your due diligence and get everything\nready before listing your home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you been thinking about selling your home but not sure\nwhere to start? We\u2019ve put together this guide that breaks down all the things\nyou need to do to get your home ready to sell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find an agent who knows the market<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finding an experienced real estate agent is your first step after deciding to sell your home. They will be your partner through the sales process, providing guidance on pricing and marketing strategies, managing negotiations, and closing details. The internet has made it easy to find and research reputable real estate agents. You\u2019ll want to find an agent who not only understands your specific market but is one you feel comfortable with. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choose a selling strategy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before listing your home, you\u2019ll need to decide how you\u2019ll sell your home. Do you want to sell first and then look for a home, buy a home first and then sell, or manage both at the same time? Your decision should be based on current market conditions and your agent will be able to advise what\u2019s the best approach. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Set a realistic timeline<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the market, it can take between two and four\nmonths to sell a home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Make necessary updates and repairs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any repair projects you\u2019ve put on the\nback-burner, now is a good time to address them. You don\u2019t have to spend a lot\nof money to update your home. You can get a pre-listing inspection to identify\nany issues with the home that buyers may point out when they perform their own inspection\nbefore closing. Don\u2019t worry about making any costly upgrades or additions. Your\nmoney may be better spent on a fresh coat of neutral paint, new carpet, or\nupdated landscaping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Competitively price your home<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pricing your home is one of the most important factors of a\nsuccessful sale. It can be challenging trying to decide on the right price. You\nneed to balance your personal expectations with market realities but homes that\nare appropriately priced tend to sell in a timelier manner than those that aren\u2019t.\nAn experienced listing agent can provide guidance on finding the right listing\nprice based on comparable homes in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stage your home to sell<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now it\u2019s time to show off your home\u2019s best features. Real\nestate agents often recommend sellers stage their homes. You don\u2019t need to hire\nan expensive professional stager! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.summerhillhomes.com\/blog\/2021\/06\/10\/how-to-stage-a-house-to-sell\/\">You\ncan do this yourself<\/a>. The first step is deep cleaning and decluttering your\nhome. Aim towards creating a neutral space so buyers can picture their families\nand belongings in the home. Remove personal belongings, toys, and pack\nout-of-season clothes to free up space in the closets. Store excess furniture\nand rearrange the placement to create an inviting space. Staging should\nhighlight the positives of your home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Let your agent handle the rest<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ve done all you can and now it&#8217;s time to let your agent step in and take care of the rest. They\u2019ll submit your home to the multiple listing service in your area, place the \u2018For Sale\u2019 sign in your yard and market the home to potential buyers. They will be the point person for scheduling showings and open houses, as well as reviewing offers, leading negotiations, and guiding you through closing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While your home is officially on the market, you can begin\n(or continue) your home search. When you\u2019re ready to start looking for your\nnext home, connect with us at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.summerhillhomes.com\/\">SummerHillHomes.com<\/a>\nto learn more about our new home communities throughout the Bay Area.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most home sellers dream of a smooth and stress-free sale but the reality is that selling a home includes a lot of moving parts. There\u2019s much more to it than just sticking a \u2018For Sale\u2019 sign in the front yard and waiting for the offers to roll in! 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