Real estate is sold 365 days a year; it’s the new norm! Fall can be a great time to sell your home. Below are some of the best tips for selling a home during the fall.
Analyze the Market & Price Your Home Right
Analyze the current state of your local real estate market. Understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important: Is your local market type a sellers’ market, a buyers’ market, or a balanced market. It’s important when it comes to pricing your home accordingly. If you don’t know ask your Real Estate Agent!
Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings
If you’re planning on selling your home in the fall, tackle the inspections and cleaning part prior to listing your home for sale.
Decorate & Embrace the Fall
The most exciting part about fall! If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season. Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!
Clean Up the Exterior
The least exciting part about fall…is raking leaves. Don’t neglect the exterior of your home. Tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include:
Raking leaves
Removing loose sticks
Weeding flower beds
Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
Aerating the lawn
Prepare Your Home for Showings
When selling in the fall, ensure your home smells good. Popular ways to make your home smell warm and cozy while selling in the fall include:
Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin spice coffee
Boiling cinnamon sticks
Burning fall scented candles
Selling a home in the fall is not for everyone, however, these tips can help expedite the sale of your home and maximize the sale price!