Ask The Expert: What To Know Before Listing Your Home

Ready to sell your home? CSRA Kids got a chance to sit down with Brenda Dansby with REMAX Realty. We discussed what you need to know when you decide to list your home! 

Top 5 Things To Know Before Listing Your Home!

1. Hire An Experienced Real Estate Agent. 
The home selling process is complex and can be complicated. An agent is trained and equipped to walk you through the process. Ask friends for recommendations or contact Brenda Dansby with Remax Partners! 

2. Pricing Is Everything! 
Work with your realtor and price the home to sell. Overpricing can hurt your chances of a quick sale. But a home competitively priced can create some interest and hopefully get some offers rolling in! 

3. Make Necessary Repairs and Fixes! 
The rule of thumb is to make fixes that help the house show well. Paint, fix holes and replace worn carpet. Be sure to discuss these things with your realtor. 

4. Time to Declutter!
Staging your home for sale is super important. You want to get rid of things in your home that don’t help show the awesome aspects of your home! Looking for some tidbits? Check out our Do’s and Don’ts of Home Selling.

5. Detach Your Emotions From the Process. 
Selling a home can be an emotional experience. Your feelings can also get in the way of the sale. This can affect the way your stage the home and pricing. Try to see your home as a home buyer.