As a home seller, it can be tough to balance both short- and long-term goals. However, taking key steps can help you pinpoint areas needing the most attention to help you streamline the process.
Establish a home selling timeline
A home selling timeline can help take the guesswork out of your home selling journey. Making a timeline, you can highlight your goals and when to execute them based on level of priority.
Consider making a timeline with a bit of flexibility to account for the potential of unexpected occurrences, whether that be a price change or a home improvement. Setting a timeline can help your home selling “train” stay on track.
Create home selling goals
By setting your home selling goals ahead of time, you give yourself the chance to exert your energy efficiently. They can also enable you to enjoy a sense of accomplishment as you finish a wide range of tasks when you sell your home.
Goals may include getting professional pictures taken or depersonalizing the property. You can set however many goals you see fit to best fit your needs as a home seller.
Work with a real estate agent
If you’re unsure about what to expect during the home selling journey, you may want to collaborate with a real estate agent. With their knowledge, they can help you identify areas needing improvement and attention and can help you accomplish steps towards your end goal of getting your home sold.
They can help promote your listing, point you in the direction of other real estate professionals if needed, and help you prepare to list competitively.
Using the aforementioned tips and tricks, you can remain on track throughout the home selling journey.
About the Author
Carol McCullough Relocation Certified
As a Fairfield resident with a family commuting daily on Metro North, and our children graduating from Fairfield public schools, I look forward to sharing many of the great attractions in a wonderful community and county! Over the past 18 years with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services New England Properties, I have helped hundreds of buyers and sellers compete their home search and close on the sale of their property. As a Certified Relocation Specialist, my production results rank in the top 4% nationally while delivering exceptional customer service to my clients and their welcomed referrals. Real Estate is one of the most exciting investments you can make. It should be a fun and rewarding experience. Confident with your home marketing decisions and comfortable with the home marketing process is my commitment to you! I am excited to share several new marketing strategies successfully implemented in Southern Fairfield County! Regardless if you are looking to buy, or about to list your current home, you will soon BE AT HOME when working with Carol! *Connecticut Magazine 2022 Award Winner- 12th consecutive year scoring highest in overall customer satisfaction.
