What are home buyers looking for? While no perfect recipe suits every buyer, implementing a few proven strategies can help you sell your home quickly. Every buyer has a wish list of wants and needs when searching for a new home. Having insights into those wishes can give you an edge to speed up the home-selling process.

10 Strategies to Help Sell Your Home Quickly

1. Make sure the Price is Right

Price your home too high, and it can stay on the market too long. The longer it takes a home to sell, the more challenging it becomes because potential buyers may assume something is wrong. On the other hand, under-pricing your home means you cut into your profits. Proper pricing depends on many factors, including the house itself, upgrades you have made, the current market, and what similar homes are selling for. An experienced realtor will help you set a competitive and appealing price that ensures you walk away with the best outcome possible.

2. Focus on First Impressions

Buyers will form an impression the second they look at your home. You want to make that initial appearance a great one! Focus on curb appeal so potential buyers like what they see the moment they step out of their car. A well-maintained exterior shows pride of ownership and sets the tone for the rest of the showing.

3. Set the Stage

The goal when selling a home is to get buyers to envision themselves moving in and making it their own. A clean, organized home is attractive to buyers and bringing in a professional stager helps you sell faster. On average, a staged home spends 73% less time on the market.  The David Bradica team works with top of the line stagers to ensure your home is looking it’s absolute best!

4. Leverage Technology

High-quality photos, virtual tours, and drone images are essential in our digital age. Because most buyers start their home search online, the pictures of your property will be the first thing they see. Your real estate agent should bring a professional photographer to capture incredible photos to help correctly market your home.

5. Create a Comprehensive Marketing Strategy

An incredible number of platforms are available to promote your property, such as real estate websites, social media, and local publications. A good realtor will create a comprehensive marketing strategy across multiple platforms to reach a wider audience.

6. Be Flexible with Showings

Last-minute showings may be inconvenient, but the more flexible you are, the more likely you will be to close a quick sale. If your home is ready to show and accessible for viewing, you can attract more buyers.

7. Focus on Unique Selling Points

What makes your home stand out from others in the area? You may have an incredible view, a newly renovated kitchen, or breathtaking landscaping. Whatever it is, highlight your home’s best features to potential buyers.

8. Address Repairs before you hit the Market

Minor problems like a broken light fixture or leaky tap can raise a red flag for potential buyers, who may assume they are a sign of bigger problems. Take the time to make necessary repairs and consider minor upgrades like new faucets, light fixtures, and a coat of paint. Move-in ready homes will generally sell faster than those that need work.

9. Get a Reliable Agent on your Side

A skilled agent provides insights into the market, walks you through the process, and helps you negotiate the best deal. Having someone you trust on your side makes selling your home much easier and quicker.

10. Keep things Neutral

When selling your house, the goal is to get potential buyers to picture themselves moving in and making it their own. While you may have great taste, they may have their heart set on something completely different. A home with neutral paint colours makes it easy for people to envision personalizing the space.

What are Homebuyers looking for?  

While every homebuyer will have their preferences, wants, and needs, there are always trends in real estate, with popular requests from many buyers. Trends always reflect what is happening in the world. Things like an environmentally friendly focus, a work-from-home life, and smart-home technology are top of the list for many buyers.

Sustainable and energy-efficient homes with upgrades like energy-efficient appliances, solar panels, double-glazed windows, and effective insulation are rising in popularity.

Homes that integrate smart-home technology like automated lighting, video security systems, smart thermostats and voice-activated assistants are always a plus!

An office or a space that can be used temporarily as an office is necessary for many people working from home. 

A Beautifully designed backyard for outdoor living is a great selling feature in a post-pandemic world. Many buyers seek a little oasis at home – a place to unwind and relax.

An inclusive and diverse community is a plus for many homebuyers, with ample options for schooling and easy access to local amenities.

Open floor plans with multi-purpose spaces that can be switched up are important to many home buyers seeking versatility in their houses.

High-quality, durable materials are top of mind for many homebuyers. Things like durable flooring, low-maintenance exteriors, and high-quality appliances are top selling points.

There is no one magic formula that will make every home sell quickly and for top dollar. But getting an experienced agent on your side is a step in the right direction. Because they are immersed in the world of real estate, they know what buyers are looking for and what trends are happening in the market. With a few tweaks and the right strategies, you’ll be ready for a quick and easy sale! Reach out to our team today for help implementing these strategies and getting your home ready for market!