You’ve looked at color choices, model styles, selected a community…now all that is left is to sell your old home! We understand the excitement of moving into your new home, and we want to help make that happen as quickly as possible. Use these simple, inexpensive tips to renew your old home and and help to try to sell it faster!
Make Small Upgrades. Rather than going all in for a large kitchen upgrade or room addition, make small upgrades within your old home to add an updated feel without spending large amounts of money. Upgrades can be as simple as updating light fixtures or painting trim can add a fresh look to your home. You’ll find a better return on your investment with smaller upgrades in your old home.
Utilize Self-Promotion. Promote your home among your own social media and online sources such as Craigslist, Zillow, ForSaleByOwner, or Backpage. Create events for home openings on Facebook or share images across media sources like Twitter and Instagram. Encourage members among your social media accounts to share your listing to reach a larger audience. The more shares, the more people will view your old home!
Talk To Neighbors. What better way to spread the word about the sale of your home than to alert your neighbors? Often those living next door will be happy to get involved in selecting their new neighbors. Talk to neighbors both directly near you or down the road, either can be a resource to you!
Increase Your Curb Appeal. Create a better first impression by revamping your curb appeal with added plants, updated paint, or a fresh new door mat! Add liveliness to your front curb with bright, complimenting flowers surrounding your home for a pop of color. Tidy up your lawn with mowing, trimming, refreshing mulch, or edging the lawn. Consider pressure washing your house and adding a fresh coat of paint to trim or railing for a more clean and polished look. Complete your new look with an updated door mat or new door knob.
Get Rid of Personal Items. Help buyers imagine themselves in your home – get rid of personal items throughout your home. Take down family photos and replace them with complimenting wall art. This will help buyers feel more comfortable as they walk through the home.
Use these helpful selling tips provided by Chesapeake Homes to sell your old home and move into your new home today! Looking for your next home? Contact Stephanie or Ashlee, our New Home Specialists.
