You might be surprised to learn that renovating your Roanoke-area or Smith Mountain Lake home doesn't automatically add value. The value is connected to what the changes are and whether they'll make the home more appealing to a buyer.
In fact, what may seem like a worthwhile improvement to you could make your home more difficult to sell. That doesn't mean you shouldn't do it, especially if you plan to be in your home for a long time. But, before setting out on any renovation project, it pays to consider the unintended consequences.
1) Removing walls
Knocking down an internal wall to enlarge a room is a double-edged sword. While it may, for example, make a master bedroom more spacious and appealing, it's...
With the number of resources available online, you can surely handle selling your home all on your own, right? The truth is that real estate is packed with nuances, regulations and terminology that you may not be aware of. Here are several reasons to work with a Roanoke Realtor to sell your residential property rather than presenting your home as For Sale by Owner.
Your home needs to be properly prepared
Preparation is key when it comes to successfully selling your home. When done via FSBO, you may not know
Your front yard and porch are the first things people see when they come to your home. When you are planning to sell, it's essential to present your home in its very best light and make a great first impression. Thankfully, you've already got something going for you: the beautiful Roanoke Valley spring! In addition, a few inexpensive upgrades can do wonders for the front of your home, giving it a warm and welcoming appeal for potential buyers and their agents.
1. Keep grass mowed, seed any bare spots, and clean up uneven lawn edges along walkways, shrubs, gardens and trees.
When you put your home on the market, you need to get the price just right. If you price your home too low, you will be flooded with offers, but you will be giving up thousands of dollars in potential profit. If you price your home too high, you could score a profitable sale — or you could watch your home sit unsold for months.
If you've listed your home but it's not selling, talk to your listing agent about the price. These are some signs the current list price...
Are you getting your home ready for the spring market? It's going to be a busy season in Roanoke and the surrounding areas, so give me a call if you if you're ready to list and I'll get you all set.
In the meantime, to sell as quickly as possible for the best price, make your home as welcoming to potential homebuyers as possible. To make the most of your time and budget, start by eliminating problems that will send nearly any potential buyer running for the hills.
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