If you're thinking about selling your Carlsbad home this year, here are a few tips to help you get started:
Do your homework. Read a couple of books on homeselling, go through the real estate section of the local newspaper and attend some Open Houses in your area.
Hire a specialist. As a real estate agent that spends a great deal of my time in North county San Diego, I know what it takes in today's market -- and I welcome your call!
Set the price. Ask your agent for a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) of the Carlsbad real estate market and an opinion of the best price range for your home.
Decide on a marketing strategy. Have your real estate agent discuss a marketing plan and include its main elements in his or her listing presentation.
Get the house ready! I advise you to take a hard, objective look at your home with your agent. Prioritize what needs to be done, and decide how much you can spend in time and money to make it look its best before opening it up to buyers. Get rid of all clutter and put some of your stuff in storage to make the rooms and closets roomier. Put together an information packet on local amenities, your utility bills and other helpful information.
Consider finding a reliable real estate attorney. The attorney can help review all the paperwork.
Keep on top of the process. Stash some quick clean-up supplies close at hand, and do a fast run-through before letting a prospective buyer preview your home. Also, keep a notebook handy with a record of everyone who has come through (and their agents), and inform your agent after each visit. This can speed the follow-up that your agent will do.
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