When thinking about a year in terms of real estate, most people believe the best time to sell a home is in the spring or summer. Trees are budding, flowers are blooming and the sun is brightly shining. The extra foliage helps with curb appeal and for homes to show at their best.
But, what happens if you need to sell your home in the fall months of September, October or November due to a job transfer, financial hardship or need to downsize? Fall does have a few advantages in that there aren’t as many homes on the market and if a buyer is looking, it is likely that they are serious about buying. They want or need to move and usually want to do so before the holidays. All hope is not lost in the fall.
Here are a couple of tips for selling your home in the fall:
- Take Advantage of The Fall Colors: If you think you may sell your home in the fall, take advantage of the best the season offers. Take photos of the front and back of your home to capture all the beautiful fall leaves at their peak. These photos will highlight the vibrant setting and landscape of your home and work in your favor since most buyers review listings online prior to visiting the home.
- Increase Your Home’s Curb Appeal: You can increase the curb appeal of your home by using fall mums, asters, pumpkins and other seasonal affects. Be sure to cut your grass, edge along the driveway and sidewalks, rake leaves, clean up beds and add some mulch. Curb appeal is very important in the sale of your home.
- Hire a Professional Agent with Experience: When you’re selling a home in a slower market, it’s important to hire a real estate agent with experience. Your agent will know how to market your home specifically for this time of year.
- Be Sure to Price the Home Correctly: Your agent’s experience will come in handy in determining the right listing price for your home. A comparative market analysis of your neighborhood and homes similar to yours in the area will help your agent to determine where to begin.
- Turn On The Lights: Because he sun does not shine as brightly and sets earlier in the fall, you’ll need to turn on all the lights in your home. You do not want the home to appear dark and bright lights will help. If you have a fireplace, be sure to start a fire. You want to show off the coziness of the home.
When it comes to reliable professional assistance and services related to Carmel, IN real estate and the surrounding areas, you won’t go wrong with the Keith Albrecht Team. Contact us today at 317.590.7878 or keith(at)keithshomes(dotted)com if you’re looking for the best partners to help sell your home.
