You’re thinking about putting your home on the market, and you want to make sure you’re going to get the best return on your investment. These tips should help!!

Selling homes is second nature to me, I’m in the business of doing just that, and I talk with nervous sellers a lot, and of course you’re nervous, it’s a big deal.

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Continuing our video series let’s talk about Number five Curb Appeal. This is important as it’s the first impression your buyer will have when they arrive at your home.

You want to wash years of dirt and rust stains off your driveway, sidewalk, and home. The best thing you can do is either rent a power washer or have someone come and do it.

You also want to pay attention to the front door. As an agent, it takes me a few seconds to open a lockbox, and this gives the buyer a chance to really look at your entryway while they are waiting. Take a moment to make sure there isn’t any peeling paint on the door or cobwebs around the lights.

Next, step Number six is to work with your agent on staging your home. Seventy seven percent of buyer’s agents said that staging a home makes it easier for buyers to visualize themselves living in it. And Staging will help your home stand out against the competition by showcasing the best features of your home to any prospective buyers. And research shows professionally staged homes can sell for as much as ten percent more than homes not staged.

Number seven. Now your home’s ready, let’s get professional photos of your home. According to the National Association of Realtors, sixty seven percent of buyers will walk through a home they saw online so professional pictures are a must in your preparation.

Lastly number eight, now that your home is all ready for buyers, you’ll need your showing plan. Buyers and their agents may request a showing of your home at any time and you need to be prepared. Until your home is under contract, it’s important to be able to leave your home at a moment's notice. A few things you can do is plan simpler meals for easy clean up and make plans for some outdoor activities.

And don’t forget your pets! Find a place to bring your pets to during showings, maybe family or a good friend to take care of them. These steps will help you in selling your home faster and for more money.