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Are you a seller asking yourself, “how can I sell my house fast?” 

Who isn’t, right?

This may seem like the common goal amongst all sellers - after all, who doesn't want a quick and smooth sale of their property? However, in some cases, the need for urgency can be especially important. 

Often, owing to a variety of both common and unique factors and circumstances, sellers can find themselves in a position where they require the sale of their property to be as quick as possible. 

At Royal LePage Connect Realty, the goal of our experienced and award-winning agents is always to facilitate your real estate transactions - without losing your right to the best and most professional experience possible. So if you’re feeling the pressure to sell your property as quickly as possible, you may be asking questions like:

What is the best month to sell my house?

What can I do to my house to help it sell?

All these questions and more can be answered by one of our real estate sales professionals, on hand to help guide you through every step of the process, helping you meet your real estate goals - and always striving to surpass your expectations. 

In the meantime, check out a few of our tips for sellers looking to position their property optimally and improve the odds of selling their home quickly. 

List at a reasonable and competitive price

The right real estate professional will always advise you to price your home in the right bracket that will position you optimally in line with your financial goals for the sale, and in a range that ranks comparatively with other properties similar to yours. The use of comparables when pricing out your property is key to the process and will help you avoid pricing your property too high and missing the mark, or pricing too low and losing out on your property’s best value. 

The listing price you arrive at should not only be reasonable (and realistic) but also competitive. 

Factors that will influence your price beyond comparables are things like the condition your home is in, when it was built, recent renovations (things like a new roof are an obvious major bonus for home-seekers), and more. 

Having an experienced and professional guide for this all-important early step in the process of selling your home will make all the difference. The right agent will do the legwork in finding out what comparable properties in your area are going for, what has sold recently, and more, to help you arrive at the right price. 

More tips to help optimize your property for a quick sale 

Sometimes, the details are what make the difference. When it comes to priming your property for maximum positive exposure and interest on the market, there are a few tried-and-true strategies you can employ to make your house as attractive as possible to potential buyers. 

Declutter

For potential buyers, a messy lot or cluttered home is a major turnoff. While the “mess” may not seem extensive to you, it’s important to try to envision your property with fresh eyes. To someone considering your property against others - an abundance of clutter may affect a buyer’s ability to truly take in the potential of the space, not to mention leave you ranking lower than other properties viewed, solely based on a lackluster first impression. 

A clear and open space and well-tended lot indicate care of ownership and signal to a potential buyer that, most likely, beyond the aesthetics, this is a home that has been cared for and as such, not as likely to require unexpected maintenance. 

Don’t discount the impact of curb appeal 

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There’s a reason why they call it “curb appeal” – and there’s a reason why it works. Imagine you’re turning onto a new street, eager to see a property of interest - what marks your first impression on sight? The property, of course! Your garden, grass, foliage, driveway - all of it contributes to a potential buyer’s first impression. 

This isn’t to say you have to break the bank on landscaping in order to make your property’s exterior attractive to a buyer. In fact, often, simply showcasing a clean and open lot is enough to garner initial interest because it leaves buyers with a blank slate to envision re-working to their own needs and interests. 

Keep your property’s exterior clear of clutter, keep the grass mowed, pull those weeds up along the driveway and give any stone or pavement a nice wash with the hose. You can keep it simple and still highlight your property’s best features. It’s all about showcasing the best of your home down to the bones, minus that lived-in look and all the personal touches that your family have contributed over the years, which can be distracting. 

Spring for a cleaning service 

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Decluttering your space is a start, but if you truly want to prime your property for a quick sale, you’ll want to showcase this newly-decluttered space in the best light possible. That means a deep clean. 

Using a professional service to give your property a thorough scrubbing is well worth the additional expense, as it improves the appeal and first impressions from potential buyers. 

Remember: prior to having the cleaners come through your home, be sure to depersonalize the space of any personal items that might distract from the space, such as personal photos, children’s toys, sentimental knick-knacks, etc. Doing this allows for potential buyers to visualize your space as it could be, to their own tastes and preferences. 

List it at the right time 

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Easier said than done, but again, this is where the right agent makes all the difference. There are a variety of variables, some general and many that will be specific to the type of property you are selling, which will influence the best timing for you to list. Your agent will be able to guide you in this regard and ensure you aren’t in so much of a rush to sell that you jump the gun on listing and end up missing the right buyer and losing on value. 

Generally, real estate transactions fall into seasonal brackets, with the spring months (typically March to May) being considered the optimal time to list. But again, this is not set in stone, and can vary when factoring in the specifics of your home. 

All of these tips will help to position your home for a quick sale, but you shouldn’t discount the immeasurable value in utilizing the services of a professional real estate agent. An agent can connect you with resources you will be able to tap into, information and data you will need to arrive at things like listing price and the best time to sell - not to mention all the help you’ll need facilitating your move once your property sells - and so much more! 

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