2 Things Sellers Do that Ruin Their Home Sale

The Central Iowa real estate market is diverse with both buyers and sellers alike seeking a variety of different properties. As a prospective seller, you can find out the market value of your property with a free home value report right here, or if you're looking to purchase in the Central Iowa click here for full MLS access. Always feel free to reach out to us for any questions regarding the current market conditions, or the value of your property at 515-229-9764.

The average homeowner is unaware of how difficult it can be to sell their home, especially if they want to sell it quickly and for top dollar.  Today, we're going to discuss common mistakes people make when they're getting ready to sell their home. By taking care to avoid these pitfalls, you can rest assured that your home sale will be a successful one.

• Make sure your home is in good condition. Many people don't realize how important carpet and paint are. Stained or worn out carpet is the best way to deter buyers, who are incredibly visual. The presentation of properties online is what brings people through the door - paint and carpet are huge factors in making that happen.
  
  Take advantage of a home walk through. When selling your home with us, as a benefit to you, we offer a walk through of your home to give you tips on what you can do to your home to make it show in its best light. 

• Price your home correctly! When we list your home, we sit down and take a look at homes that have recently sold on the market, as well as what your home will be competing against. In order to get as close as possible to your list price, you need to price your home competitively. This is something we work on closely with our sellers to ensure they achieve their financial goals.

If you want your home to be sold quickly and for top dollar, you need to take a look at the things other sellers do wrong. We hope these tips will be helpful in the sale of your home.

If you have any questions about this topic, or would like to discuss anything pertaining to real estate, we would love to chat. Give us a call or shoot us an email, and we'll help you with whatever you need. Thanks, and we look forward to talking to you soon!