How do older homes sellers compete with new construction homes? If you are considering putting your house on the market, being realistic will help. There are factors that you need to keep on mind: Is there new homes construction in your area, price range of new homes and existing homes in your neighborhood and last, how updated is your property… The following list will guide you on what should be done and keep on mind before putting your home on the market
Upgrade Property condition
Consider painting your house with neutral colors and updating some features like Lights, faucets and carpet. These few improvements will help you to compete with new houses for sale in the area.
Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling
Kitchen and bathroom remodeling is the Best Investment. Real estate agents and sales data show that this is the best remodeling to do for older homes.
Imagine that you are the buyer
Buyers do and will visualize themselves living in it. In other words, basics things must be done – beds should be made, dishes put away, eliminate clusters of personal items and place more neutral decorations.
How is the house curb appeal
New homes will have fresh paint and modern landscaping. Consider enhancing your home exterior by painting front door and house trim. Also updating door hardware will give a much fresh look
You might want to consider some concession
Most new construction homes builders will offer incentives such as closing cost or paying for optional features. Consider offering to pay for some of the closing costs or perhaps some cash for buyers to make updates to the property more to their like.
Don’t forget Paint and Carpet
Upgraded your older home in appearance tremendously by fairly inexpensive improvement like carpet and Paint.
New Construction Homes often don’t have much Foliage
Upgrade and trim your trees and gardens to give your self an additional edge against new construction homes.
