to both and factors that can tip the scale to one side.
Pros of Moving Out
If the seller has engaged a real estate agent, the burden of showing a vacant home is virtually eliminated. The agent will field all calls, set appointments, and show the home. Buyers’ real estate agents are also more likely to want to show vacant homes. If agents have 20 home options and 15 are occupied, they may well show the vacant homes out of convenience. They don’t have to call and make an appointment and can simply go over and use the lockbox. Further, the continual pressure to keep daily life from affecting the home’s pristine staging presentation is eliminated. The seller is not under constant pressure to keep the home in immaculate showing condition. If you’re someone who might struggle to keep your home in turnkey condition for showing purposes consider vacating before putting the home on the market, or staying in temporary housing during the marketing period.
Cons of Moving Out
A vacant home can signal that the homeowner is a “motivated seller” who needs to sell quickly. This can be overcome by having the home professionally staged and creating that 'model home' look that will appeal to buyers.
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