As a home seller, it can be tough to balance both short- and long-term goals. However, taking key steps can help you pinpoint areas needing the most attention to help you streamline the process.
Establish a home selling timeline
A home selling timeline can help take the guesswork out of your home selling journey. Making a timeline, you can highlight your goals and when to execute them based on level of priority.
Consider making a timeline with a bit of flexibility to account for the potential of unexpected occurrences, whether that be a price change or a home improvement. Setting a timeline can help your home selling “train” stay on track.
Create home selling goals
By setting your home selling goals ahead of time, you give yourself the chance to exert your energy efficiently. They can also enable you to enjoy a sense of accomplishment as you finish a wide range of tasks when you sell your home.
Goals may include getting professional pictures taken or depersonalizing the property. You can set however many goals you see fit to best fit your needs as a home seller.
Work with a real estate agent
If you’re unsure about what to expect during the home selling journey, you may want to collaborate with a real estate agent. With their knowledge, they can help you identify areas needing improvement and attention and can help you accomplish steps towards your end goal of getting your home sold.
They can help promote your listing, point you in the direction of other real estate professionals if needed, and help you prepare to list competitively.
Using the aforementioned tips and tricks, you can remain on track throughout the home selling journey.
About the Author
Meryl Diamond
While I was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, I have spent the last 27 years living in the Lisle and Naperville area. The first single family home my husband and I ever owned was in Green Trails, Lisle. There were two things we loved about living in Green Trails - the sense of community and all the green space. This was a dream come true for my children who always had a friend to play with or a babysitter near by. For me, it gave me a chance to get to know the neighbors whom I have built lifelong friendships with. From neighborhood garage sales to summer barbeques, we always found reason to come together.
