Do you have an Aliso Viejo house you are ready to sell? Not sure how to go about getting your house ready for the market? Inspired Realty is here to help. Check out these tips from Aliso Viejo real estate agents to get the ball rolling.
Look Through the Eyes of a Buyer
Start the process of getting your house ready to sell by looking at your house through the eyes of a buyer. Take a critical view of the interior and exterior of your home.
Exterior Assessment
Grab a notebook and go outside. Look at your house as a buyer would see it as they roll up for the first time.
- Does the garage door need painting?
- Are the flower beds clean and mulched?
- Is the roof sporting a layer of mold?
- How does the front door look?
- Are light fixtures clean?
You’ll never get another chance to make a great first impression. That’s why curb appeal is so important. Make a note of things that need to be addressed for your house to look its best.
Interior Assessment
Now it’s time to take a critical look at every room in your house. Use your notebook to record what needs to be done in each room.
- Are there any holes in the walls?
- Can you even see the walls and floors or are they covered in stuff?
- Open and close the windows. Do they operate smoothly?
- Are blinds clean and in good condition with no broken slats?
- Are faucets dripping?
- What is the condition of closet shelves? Can you see the shelves?
- Are mirrors in good condition?
Declutter Every Area
Go through each room and declutter your home with vengeance. Now is the time to donate or sell all those items you don’t use.
When was the last time you made waffles? Honestly, when is the next time you plan to make waffles? If you haven’t made waffles in the last 6 months and they aren’t on the menu this month, you can get rid of that waffle iron.
Selling your home means moving to a new location. You don’t want to pack up and move items you don’t need or use. So, go through every room, every closet, every shelf, and every cabinet and get rid of the excess. When it comes time to actually list your home, you’ll be glad you have this step behind you.
Make Minor Repairs
Take care of any small items on your interior and exterior lists. Don’t undertake large repairs until you consult with an Aliso Viejo real estate agent. Your Aliso Viejo listing agent serves as a valuable resource for determining what needs to be done to be competitive with other properties for sale in the city.
Do patch holes, replace broken blinds, and spruce up flower beds. Next, clean the home thoroughly. Pay special attention to light fixtures, baseboards, molding, and switch plates. Check out these tips if you’ve never cleaned fixtures before.
Now, get ready for the most important step – finding an agent.
Interviewing Aliso Viejo Real Estate Agents
Getting the most from your home sale starts with getting the right agent. Be sure to talk to several Aliso Viejo real estate agents. Share your primary goals in selling your home (is net cash in hand or speed the most important).
Your listing agent should have knowledge of the Aliso Viejo market, past and present. Expect them to show you properties comparable to yours for sale right now as well as properties that sold in the last few months.
Talk to Inspired Realty, the Aliso Viejo full-service brokerage firm. Find out about the market, what you can do to make your home more marketable, and how Inspired Realty’s marketing plans support your selling goals.