If you’re aiming to get the most money out of the sale of your North of Boston home, there’s a lot to know before you head to the market. In an ever-changing real estate landscape, maximizing your profits doesn’t happen at the press of a button. Instead, achieving the best result possible requires well-thought-out preparation, close attention to detail, and help from a skilled real estate agent. 

In this blog post, we’ll go over a selection of important tips that can drastically improve the results of your home sale. 

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Be Market-Ready

Enhancing the appeal of your home through value-adding preparations can significantly impact its final selling price. When your home hits the market, it should not just measure up to other listings, but it should blow potential buyers away. 

Here are a few easy ways to get your home market-ready.

Declutter & Depersonalize: The first step in getting your home market-ready is to clean and declutter. The goal is to create a blank canvas that allows potential buyers to visualize their future in the space. Aim for an inviting, well-organized, and neutral environment.

Fix Visible Issues: If there’s anything in your home that needs to be fixed or replaced, now is the time to make any needed repairs or upgrades. Potential buyers will be quick to notice deficiencies and may be less motivated to place a strong offer on your home. 

Improving Curb Appeal: In real estate, first impressions matter. With this in mind, your home’s exterior will be the first thing potential buyers see during a home showing. Keep your front lawn mowed and free of weeds. If you have a front porch, ensure it stays clean and free of clutter. If needed, adding a fresh layer of paint to your front door can really enhance its charm. Once again, opt for a neutral color that will appeal to a wide range of tastes. 

Understanding ROI

When it comes to optimizing your home’s appeal, there will always be many areas of opportunity. However, when it comes to actually elevating your final selling price, you’ll want to be selective about which projects you take on. 

While making strategic pre-market upgrades can help you maximize your ROI, it’s important to verify that any project you undertake will pay off before you invest the time and money. 

Using our wide-ranging industry insights, we’ve built an in-depth eBook to help North of Boston sellers analyze the cost-benefit of popular home renovations in our market. This report is updated annually to ensure accuracy and value. For a free copy of our ROI Home Seller Report – click here. 

Price Thoughtfully 

When it comes to maximizing the profits of your home sale, selecting the optimal listing price is critically important. Rather than simply entering the market with an asking price that is identical to your target return, accomplishing a top-dollar sale requires a well-crafted pricing strategy. 

Return-boosting circumstances such as multiple-offer scenarios, bidding wars, or even bully offers all begin by creating a strong pool of interested buyers. Therefore, getting the most money from your home sale comes down to maximizing buyer interest. 

Here’s where the process can become quite nuanced. If you select an asking price that is too low in hopes of amplifying interest from potential buyers, you risk leaving money on the table when the deal is finalized. On the other hand, if you start with an overly-ambitious asking price with the hopes that potential buyers will attempt to negotiate down, you may cause buyers to look elsewhere.  

Want to know more about how a real estate agent can calculate your home’s market value? Click here to visit our blog post on the subject. 

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Searching for more specialized home-selling tips? Consider these other posts from our blog. 

• Should You Sell Your Home or Keep it as an Investment?
• 5 Easy Projects to Prepare Your Home For the Market
• Closing Costs For Sellers

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Partner With an Exceptional Selling Agent

If you’re looking to sell your home for the most money, it’s imperative to work with an experienced, top-performing listing agent. As a professional expert, they will be your top resource in helping you reach your real estate goals. 

In addition to advising and coordinating the strategies mentioned above, a skilled, market-savvy agent will boast strong negotiating skills. This know-how will be immensely helpful in ensuring you secure the most favorable deal possible. 

Along with maximizing your final price, a selling agent can also help you navigate the various complexities of selling your home. They’ll keep you informed and educated on important elements of your transaction and can put you in touch with other industry professionals who may have a role in your sale. 

Considering the sale of your North of Boston home? Discover Andersen Group Realty’s unparalleled selling services today. Click here to send us an email or call 781-729-2329 to get started.