Even though the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the process of selling your home, it is currently a seller’s market. This means homes are selling fast and oftentimes above asking price. If you have been thinking about listing your home, now is the time! However, there are some additional factors to consider. We have provided some information and resources to help you prepare.
Alternatives to Open Houses & In-Person Showings
Some buyers may hesitate to schedule an in-person showing unless they are certain that your home is a good choice for them. Providing a virtual experience that replicates the feel of an in-person showing is a surefire way to get buyers excited enough to commit to a physical showing and make an offer.
- Video-chat tours are an increasingly popular method being used by sellers right now. County Cottage Realty offers video tours through Studio 724 Photography.
- Online marketing is especially important right now, and County Cottage Realty ensures that your home will be listed on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, Zillow, Realtor.com, Trulia, and Homes.com. A comprehensive outline of their marketing strategy can be found here.
- 3D walkthroughs are also steadily gaining in popularity. Patty Vergano is an experienced home stager as well, which will drastically improve how your home looks on camera. Virtual tours can make a space look more cluttered than it truly is, so Patty’s expertise will be vital to this process.
Preparing for an In-Person Showing
Most buyers will still want an in-person showing before finalizing the purchase of a home. This can be done with relatively low risk, if precautions are followed.
- It is critical that you and your agent take the necessary safety precautions when prospective buyers schedule in-person showings. The National Association of Realtors has released guidelines that warn against open houses and recommend that homes are only shown to one family at a time.
- Always clean and disinfect your home before and after each showing and make sure you have the right disinfectant spray to get the job done.
General Preparation
Whether you are planning to sell your home through virtual or traditional means, here are some general tips to keep in mind.
- An experienced and knowledgeable realtor from County Cottage Realty will be able to guide you through the home selling process. They offer tailored advice about home preparation in order to ensure that your time and energy is spent on the most worthwhile improvements.
- County Cottage Realty’s founder, Patty Vergano, shares her insights into market trends and worthwhile improvements in her article, Preparing Your Home for the Market. Making essential repairs and improvements to your home is not only critical for attracting buyers but can also increase the price that buyers are willing to pay for your home. Turn Key Home Loan also offers some valuable advice on How to Prep and Stage Your Home to Sell for In-Home and Virtual Tours.
Don’t miss this opportunity to sell your home in these ideal market conditions! Consider open house alternatives to put buyers at ease, and be sure to take precautions if you have a physical showing. Before you know it, you could be closing a deal on your old home and on your way to your dream home.
