4 Terrible Mistakes Made by First-time Home Sellers

There are a lot of different factors that go into selling a home for the first time that can make it a stressful process, but there are a few things home sellers should avoid for a successful sale. If you’re going to be putting your home on the market in the near future and are hoping for quick success, here are some common mistakes you’ll want to be sure to bypass.

Pricing Your Home Too High

It’s entirely likely that there’s an amount you have in mind when it comes to selling your home, but it’s important that your asking price is in line with the market conditions and what’s being offered. Instead of winging it, check the local neighborhood listings and see what similar homes are selling for so yours won’t be left to linger on the market.

Forgetting The Small Repairs

After you’ve put your home up for sale and have arranged an open house, one of the first things people will notice is the small repairs; like paint chips or loose doorknobs; that haven’t yet been fixed. Instead of letting this negatively impact the offers you’ll receive, complete the little fix-ups before you schedule your open house so potential homebuyers are not turned off.

Missing On Marketing

There are so many avenues for selling a home these days that it can be hard to know which way to go. However, it’s best to consider all of your options and utilize social media to widen the audience you’ll attract. Keep in mind that if you’re investing in a website or brochures, it’s important to hire a good photographer to show your home in its best light.

Selling It On Your Own

Hitting the market on your own can be rife with a lot of questions, so as a first-time seller you may want to consider the services of a real estate agent.  While it’s tempting to save the commission, it may cost you in time on the market and negotiating power.  An experienced agent know how to market your home professionally to get your home in front of the maximum number of buyers possible.  But, more importantly, an experienced real estate agent will be able to head off minor problems before they become major problems plus we also have the negotiating skills to make sure your best interests are always represented.

Selling a home for the first time can be a stressful thing to take on, but by utilizing the right agent and having reasonable expectations, it may be off the market before you know it. If you’re getting ready to put your home up for sale, give me a call to get started – J.P. Cook – 602-320-4253.

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$459,990

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2,051 SqFt

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MLS # 6688460

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$459,990

3 Beds

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1,971 SqFt

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MLS # 6694772

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Welcome Home! This cozy single story home features 3 bedrooms plus study, 2 bath, 2 car garage and a Double Gate to backyard! Open kitchen, dining and great room area. Extended Covered Patio expands to a glorious outdoor space to create the oasis you've always wanted! Interior has 9ft ceilings, 8 ft interior doors, shaker style white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, wood look tile floor throughout and carpeted bedrooms. Conveniently located near shopping and dining options. You won't want to miss out on this one!

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7417 W Northview Avenue Glendale, AZ 85303

$459,990

3 Beds

2.5 Baths

1,986 SqFt

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MLS # 6666090

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This home is our Concerto plan with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bath home. The kitchen is beautifully designed with 42-inch grey cabinetry, Quartz counters and stainless-steel appliances. The adjacent great room includes a multi-slide door extending perfect for indoor/outdoor living. Upstairs a generously sized loft is perfect for additional living. The Primary Suite features a large bath with shower a huge walk-in closet. Don't miss this home! ^^^Up to 6% of Base Price can be applied towards closing cost and/or short-long term interest rate buydowns when choosing our preferred Lender. Additional eligibility and limited time restrictions apply.

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21571 W Papago Street Buckeye, AZ 85326

$459,990

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,012 SqFt

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MLS # 6671550

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Spacious Larkspur plan that has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. It has a 12x8 sliding glass door off the great room. Stainless steel electric appliance package with microhood. Tahoe Maple Boulder cabinets throughout the home with 42'' kitchen uppers and a pull out trash drawer with two bins. AZT Granite Bianco Typhoon in kitchen with a stainless steel single bowl kitchen sink. Upgrade flooring includes EMS Solara Yaris 20x20 in all areas of the home except bedrooms and closets. Dual sinks at bath 2, soft water loop, garage door opener two remotes, 8' tall garage doors for those high profile vehicles, garage service door for easy access into the backyard and more. Estimated completion in May.

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