There’s a lot to celebrate when moving home. 

After all, it often signifies a fresh start for your family, whether you’re moving to see another corner of the world or to pursue a new career opportunity. However, there are certain things you must do in order to facilitate the big move, such as selling your current home/property.

Given that it takes 25 weeks on average to sell a home, this is sometimes easier said than done. 

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With that in mind, here are some top tips that can come in handy when trying to sell your home quickly and without stress!

Enhance your curb appeal. 

When it comes to selling your home, first impressions count. As such, you should ensure that potential buyers are impressed by your property before they’ve even stepped through the door by working to improve your curb appeal. To achieve this goal, you can: 

• Update your driveway.
• Add some lights. 
• Introduce flowers and plants to the space.
• Repaint doors and window frames. 

Not only can this speed up the sales process by making it easier to find a buyer, but studies show that “good curb appeal can raise a property’s value up to 7%.”

Invest in your garden.

Another way in which you can ensure you are able to sell your home quickly is by finding ways to add value to your property. For example, as most buyers are willing to pay more for homes with gardens, investing in your backyard is a great place to start. You should ensure that this space is well-maintained through a spot of gardening and installing fixtures, such as a Garden Shed, which ensures that all available space is well-utilised. 

Stage your home effectively. 

Learning how to stage your home effectively is another excellent way to get your home off the market as quickly as possible. After all, staging your home simply means showcasing it in the best possible light so that buyers are able to see its true potential. 

Much like improving your home appeal, staging your home can also add value to your home. For example, a recent study found that “staging a home resulted in a 1%-5% increase in the home’s value, compared to similar homes on the market that were not staged.” 

This increases somewhat if the staging aligns with the viewer’s personal tastes.

However,  as this can be difficult to do, it’s best to try and turn your home into a blank canvas. This way, you are creating a neutral environment that serves as the perfect backdrop to your viewers’ imaginations, making it easier for them to envision themselves living in this space. 

Add a fresh coat of paint.

Many homeowners make the mistake of spending hundreds upon hundreds of dollars on home improvements, believing that this is the only way to secure a quick sale. However, the truth is you simply need to make the space look presentable. After all, the chances are that the buyer will decorate the space upon moving in any way so that it better matches their own design tastes. 

Therefore, instead of wasting your time, money and energy on carrying out every home improvement under the sun, focus on smaller tasks that have a big impact, such as applying a fresh coat of paint. This can remove any signs of wear and tear while also making your home appear both clean and presentable. 

Address pressing maintenance issues. 

While you do not have to spend a fortune redecorating your home before putting it on the market, you should ensure that you address any pressing maintenance first. This is because maintenance issues are red flags for potential buyers, and they are often told to keep an eye out for them at viewings. 

While some buyers will be willing to purchase “fixer-upper” properties, others do not want to have to deal with the stress of this or are wary of the additional costs of taking on this responsibility.

As such, you should be sure to carry out any necessary maintenance tasks before your home hits the market. For example, you should address issues such as damaged or faulty plumbing, missing roof tiles, and clogged gutters. While this will come at a cost, the state of your property is reflected in the asking price you set – meaning that you can adjust it accordingly. 

Be willing to negotiate the price. 

If you are looking to sell your home as quickly as possible, then you should be open to negotiating the price with potential buyers. Sometimes, accepting a lower price is worthwhile if it allows you to move quickly. This is an increasingly common practice, with a recent report finding that one in four sellers accept offers of >10% less than the initial asking price. 

However, it is crucial that you enter these negotiations with a minimum price in mind. This way, you know your limits and will not be persuaded into an agreement that does not benefit you. Remember that while you may be keen to move as quickly as possible, you should not accept an offer that is an obvious low-ball, especially if your property is in good condition. 

Work with a realtor. 

While it is possible to move home and sell your property without hiring a realtor, it can reduce your workload (and stress) quite considerably. After all, they will be able to take on a lot of work on your behalf, whether that be through arranging and hosting viewings, carrying out property valuations, or helping you to negotiate the best price before handing over your keys.

Furthermore, they have in-depth knowledge and understanding of the local property market, which means they can help you make intelligent decisions relating to the speedy sale of your property. 

When looking for a local realtor, ask friends and family for advice and be sure to check out their reviews ahead of time. This ensures that you are hiring someone who will genuinely have your back throughout this stress-inducing process!