So, you’ve decided to sell your home. Now what?
Figuring out how to prepare your home for sale can be overwhelming. You're not alone in feeling like there are countless projects you never got around to, damages that need to be repaired, and insufficient time to do so. Luckily, the Rebecca Francis Team has ample experience helping clients through this prep stage. Keep reading to discover our non-negotiables for homeowners to prep their homes for selling.
Our first and most recommended step is a home inspection. You may think, “Isn’t the buyer supposed to do that?” Yes, but having your home inspected first puts you at a significant advantage. This will put potential issues or hazards on your radar, giving you the power to resolve them before your home hits the market. If you discover parts of your home need attention through the inspection, the Rebecca Francis Team will take advantage of our network and suggest the professionals you need to bring your home up to standard.
Next, we recommend making necessary repairs. All the chipped paint, missing tiles, damaged windows and doors, and broken patio pavers you tolerated should become your next priority. If you have many projects that fit this bill, we recommend making a list and deciding what is most important. This is also somewhere where the Rebecca Francis Team can lend its expertise. Ask your realtor which projects to prioritize! We know what potential buyers are looking for and how to allocate your budget to the most worthwhile repairs.
Now comes the fun part! If you want to boost value, you can give select parts of your home a facelift. Like the last step, your Rebecca Francis Team agent can help you make decisions here. A kitchen with updated cabinets, a new roof, a welcoming entryway, or fresh landscaping can all be part of this stage. One tip here: stick to neutral colors in these renovations. You want to create a “blank slate” where potential buyers can imagine themselves and their loved ones.
Finally, it’s time to prepare your home for showings. Initially, focus on decluttering. A decluttered, organized home helps show buyers that it has enough storage to live comfortably. The next step we recommend is of the utmost importance: give your home a deep clean! Working from top to bottom, focusing on every nook and cranny, will considerably impact a potential buyer’s walkthrough experience. Hiring professional cleaners is never a bad decision.
Staging your home is also something to consider. Our very own Rebecca L. Francis takes pride in staging our clients’ homes to make them look appealing to potential buyers. The proper staging looks different for every home. Sometimes, it means bringing in new decor and furniture; for others, it means working with what you already have and simply rearranging it. After determining the necessary level of staging, the Rebecca Francis team will connect you with experts to bring in furniture, decor, and other staging services, ensuring it looks pristine.
This sounds like a lot of work, but it is also abundantly worthwhile. Starting this process early will help you keep your sales timeline on track and garner the best offers for your home. Contact the Rebecca Francis Team to connect with an agent and begin your sales preparation today.
