12 Things Home Sellers Should Know About Real Estate:
- A home is worth what a buyer is willing to pay.
- Upgrades may not increase the value, but they’ll increase the chances of getting it sold.
- Cleanliness is Godliness.
- Curb appeal is the first (and strongest) impression.
- Pet odor and clutter leave the longest lasting impressions.
- Neutral paint and decor will always appeal to the masses.
- Cheap fixes or updates will result in cheap (low) offers.
- Everything is negotiable.
- Time is of the essence.
- Location, location, location!
- Buyers notice things they want to change before noticing any updates.
- When priced right, it WILL sell
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