in a state of disrepair or are, quite frankly, just ugly. Even if they technically seem similar, when it comes to market value they’re just not. They’ll all sell for less than yours is worth.
TIMING IS EVERYTHING
In general, spring and fall are the best times to put a home on the market. Don’t forget to allow yourself enough time to prep your house and your marketing plan! As far as how long to wait before accepting an offer, there’s no hard and fast rule for that. It’s okay to wait a little bit for a higher offer and/or to go through the negotiation process, but you don’t want to drag it out too long. If it doesn’t work out, buyers will start to notice that your home’s been sitting on the market for a while. Also, keep in mind that studies have shown that the first offer is often (not always, but often) the highest. If you can’t do too much negotiating for financial reasons or because you’re in a hurry to sell the home, it’s okay to consider the initial offer. Again, this is where a knowledgeable, experienced agent can help you make the best decision possible.
HELP IS AVAILABLE
While figuring out what your home is worth is doable thanks to the Internet, it takes a lot of time and energy, and there are obviously a lot of things to keep in mind. As I said before, an appraiser can certainly help you out with this. However, appraisers cost money, and I have access to the same information they do, which I can give you for free in a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA). The CMA will give you detailed information about houses that have sold nearby within the last six months, including final sale
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