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November
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6 Tips for Selling Your Home Over the Holidays
Home sales in New England don't stop when the leaves start to fall, and every station on the radio turns to Christmas carols. Many prospective buyers are eager to start the new year in a new home. This can present golden opportunities for motivated sellers to close quickly and do the same. Our real estate agents recommend the following six tips that can help you sell your Augusta, Maine home during the holiday season.
- Choose Your Price Strategically
If the listing price is too high, it will linger and languish. If it is too low, it will appear as if there is a problem with the property. Aim for a sweet spot that accurately reflects the value of the property and your desire to sell with minimal negotiation. Buyers want a deal, but that doesn't mean you have to give the home away. Your real estate agent can help you set a price that is acceptable to you and attractive to buyers. - Hire a Professional Real Estate Photographer
You should hire a professional photographer who can stage your New England home and showcase everything from the landscape to the living room in the proper light. A professional photographer will know how to use angles, lighting, and a touch of decoration to create an appealing vision that attracts motivated home buyers. - Know the Schedules
You should discuss holiday schedules with your attorney, real estate agents in Augusta, and lenders as early as possible. Closing a contract on any one of the many Augusta homes for sale during the holiday season requires bringing these individuals to the table. Marking your calendar with everyone's holiday schedules and blackout dates can help you save time, minimize delays, and reduce the possibility of selling your home. - Tone Down the Decor
You don't want to turn off a buyer who doesn't share your same love of the holidays. Holiday decor including trees, wreaths, and religious symbols should be at a minimum. As a compromise, consider using poinsettias, garland, candles, and lighting to create a festive atmosphere that is neutral and inviting. - Bake Something
The smell of freshly baked cookies and hot apple cider is something that every buyer will appreciate when they stop in to see your home. Preparing a few treats does more than creating a welcoming ambiance. It creates an opportunity to slow buyers down and engage in a discussion about the home with your real estate agent. - Trim the Landscape & Tidy Up Inside
The exterior landscaping is the first thing prospective buyers will see when they visit your home. This first impression will set the tone for the rest of the visit. Trim and clean your landscaping and beds before you list your home. This extra work goes a long way with buyers. It tells them your home is well-maintained.
Similarly, don't neglect maintenance issues inside the home. Fix the leaky faucet, paint the dingy bedroom, and seal up air leaks that can create drafts prospective buyers might feel as they walk through the home.
You can count on Sprague and Curtis REALTORS® during every stage of your home sale. Contact us to discover the strategies we use to sell homes in Augusta, Maine during the holiday season.