5 Ways Sellers Can Succeed in a Shifting Market
With a decrease in buyer demand, sellers are beginning to question if they can successfully sell their homes quickly + for top dollar. Growing inventory combined with rising interest rates means we are seeing less market competition than we have for the last 2 years. However, sellers can still achieve their real estate goals. Sellers can be successful if they stay on top of market conditions and correctly navigate any changes. If you’re looking to sell, follow these tips to position yourself for success so you do not leave money on the table. ACHIEVE SUCCESS. GET YOUR FREE GUIDE TODAY!
Thinking of selling? YOU’RE IN LUCK!
Thinking of selling? YOU’RE IN LUCK! Hire the team that will strategically prepare and effectively market your home to sell QUICKLY + FOR TOP DOLLAR! Our proven approach for listing and selling homes is designed to strategically create a sense of urgency and competition amongst buyers. LUCIDO LISTING BLITZ™A seller plan PRE-MARKET | Best On The BlockWe provide a professional staging consultation and professional photography to help make your home the best on the block in preparation for today’s market. We can also place a Coming Soon sign in your yard to create interest and generate buzz about the upcoming listing. DAY 1 | Active ListingWe strategically put your home in the MLS on Thursday, so that it has plenty of time to appear on third party sites and alert buyers about the weekend Open House. DAYS 2-3 | Aggressive MarketingWe market and expose your home and Open House to millions of people through our extensive advertising campaigns comprised of digital, social, geo-targeting, eblast, signage, direct mail, and more. DAY 4 | Open HouseWe hold the Open House not only to give potential buyers an opportunity to view the home, but also to create a sense of urgency and motivation. DAY 5 | Negotiations To SoldMultiple offers create bidding wars, so we wait until after the Open House to review all offers and ultimately negotiate the best outcome for you. *While successful, our 5-day listing plan is a strategy, not a guarantee. We sell a home every 3.8 hours, but our real estate business isn’t just about transactions; it’s about the relationships we build and the clients we serve. Our goal is to deliver the ultimate real estate experience by providing incredible value and exceptional service. That’s why when you buy or sell a home with us, you don’t just get one agent; you get our entire team of real estate professionals working to serve and guide you through every step of the process. Let’s chat! Contact us today to learn how the Lucido Listing Blitz™ can get your home sold in 5 days!
What to do with Your Pet During Your Showing
As loveable as our four legged friends are… it’s best to get them, and any trace of them, out of the house for showings and open houses when selling your home. Visible personal items, such as animals, can take-away the buyer's ability to visualize the space being their own. It can be distracting for the buyer to have a cat rubbing against its legs, or a puppy jumping on them when trying to tour the home. Also, many buyers may be deferred by animal scent, hair, dander, and damage around the home. Ready Your Home Before you begin having in-person tours, make note of any pet-related repairs your house needs. This includes fixing anything visibly scratched or chewed on. The last thing you want is your buyer to notice the pet damage in your home more than its selling attributes. If your pets have had any accidents on any carpets in the home, it’s smart to have them professionally cleaned. The urine can sink deep into carpets and leave a scent that you may have become nose-blind to. Do your best to remove stains rather than cover them. If a buyer realizes you are trying to hide pet stains, they may assume you are hiding other things wrong with your home. Remove litter boxes, pet bowls, toys, dog beds, scratching posts, and other pet accessories from sight. This goes for other animals, too. If you have reptiles, birds, rabbits or any other type of animal- it’s best to make it appear as if they were never living in the home. Ready Your YardConsider making repairs to your yards, too. This is especially important if your dog likes to dig holes in your yard, or runs along the fence wearing it down. Make sure the landscaping is pristine when buyer’s attend your showings as it is the first thing they will see, and you don’t get a second chance as a first impression. The Day of Your ShowingIf you and your pet are living in your home while hosting showings, you’ll need a room-by-room plan to quickly remove all traces of your pet before each tour. Here are some helpful strategies: Vacuum twice a day to reduce pet dander (which can affect people with pet allergies). Showings may occur abruptly, so you want to make sure your home is relatively clean at all times. Spot vacuum when needed immediately before buyers arrive. Use scent diffusers and sprays to best reduce the smell of animals. Lint roll or vacuum all fabric furniture, and wipe all countertops and tables to remove pet hair. Keep your pet accessories organized and in one place for quick removal. For example, keep your pet toys all in a basket you can grab on your way out. This way you can drop the pet bowl, leash, etc. in the same basket. Cages work great to store all pet items, too. Plan ahead for your pet care during the showings. Options include dropping your animal at a pet hotel, arranging family or friends to temporarily watch your animal, or plan where you can go with your pet during the time of the showing. If you have a dog, taking them on a long walk and putting their cage and accessories in your car is an easy option. If you have caged animals that cannot be removed (like large fish aquariums) make sure the cage and/or tank is clean and free of any off-putting smells.
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