Buyers Vantage — Selling Tips

Stay Competitive

Sometimes houses do grow on buyers, but most often the first impression the house makes on people is one they carry with them. The one that appears to be the most spacious, cheerful, and has the most curb appeal is the house they will remember.

Three key points in staying competitive:
Marketing Your Home - Before putting your home on the market, you must have a plan. Selecting the best marketing plan is one of the most important things you will need to do.

Price It Right - It is important that you set the right price for your home. If the house is priced too high in the beginning, you will loose that New Listing buyer enthusiasm. Over pricing can result in a home being on the market far too long, creating a stigma that something is wrong with your home.

Appearance - Don't rely on the buyer to use his or her imagination! Its charm, soundness, comfort and attractiveness must be obvious from the instant they sight the house from the street to the interior.

Marketing Your Home

Step 1 - How will I market my home?
Select a Real Estate Professional OR Sell your home by Owner

Whether you decide to sell your home on your own or list your home in MLS, Buyers Vantage is here to help.

By Owner Vantage LLC- Home exposure is the key to a successful sale. By Owner Vantage will maximize your home's exposure. Get the best of both worlds. Sell your home on your own while professionally marketing your home.
List Your Home with Buyers Vantage LLC - We have tailored our services to meet your individual needs. Buyers Vantage is not only committed to saving you thousands, but we are equally committed to you achieving a successful closing; from start to finish. Regardless of the package selected, Buyers Vantage will provide you with all the essential services necessary for a successful real estate transaction.

Pricing Your Home

The correct selling price of a home is the highest price the market will bear. While you naturally want top market value for the home, we can agree that there's a point where the price would be too high.

The best way to determine the price for your home is to have a complete and thorough understanding of the market. By looking at the properties that are currently listed, you can see exactly what alternatives a serious buyer has to choose from. Next, you will want to look at similar properties that have recently sold to see what sellers have received over the last few months. This is the acid test that is used by lending institutions to determine how much they will be willing to lend a buyer for your home.

Buyers Vantage goal is to help you set a list price that represents top market value, without going so high that it does not sell at all. This can only be accomplished by thoroughly understanding the market.

To assist you in determining the correct asking price, Buyers Vantage can provide a detailed comprehensive market analysis of your home. Contact Buyers Vantage today to schedule an in home market analysis.

Preparing Your Home

1. Make good first impressions. Keep the grounds maintained summer through winter.
   • Mow lawn, trim shrubs
   • Remove any extra lawn ornaments
   • Driveway/sidewalks swept and debris removed
2. Arrange shades or drapes to give maximum amount of light.
   • Replace all burned out light bulbs
   • Repair faulty switches
   • Expose windows and let natural light come through
3. Fresh coat of paint. Light colors add cheerfulness to dark rooms.
   • Choose a neutral color
   • Repaint any dingy or discolored areas in the home.
4. Repair any miscellaneous cracks, fixtures, switches ect.
   • Re-patch any cracked or peel paint or drywall
   • Repair loose door knobs, kitchen or bathroom fixtures
5. Display any extra storage areas. Buyers appeal to maximum storage.
   • Remove all unnecessary accumulations in attics, stairways, basement and garage.
   • Dust out these areas
6. Keep any pets if possible outside or in a separate room during showings.
   • Keep these areas clean and fresh
   • Clean any pet stains
7. Make the buyer feel this house is a home.
   • Fresh flowers on the table
   • Candles burning during showings
   • Even the smell of bakery makes the house more homey.
8. Make the buyer feel comfortable.
   • Keep your home at a comfortable temperature, cool in the summer and warm in the Winter.
9. Keep your house clean!!!!!!!!
   • If needed professionally clean any carpeting throughout the house
   • Clean out closets, cabinets and any areas of dust bunny's
   • Dust regularly
   • Keep Windows and mirrors sparkling
   • Keep kitchen sink clean and free of dishes