Menard Johnson Real Home Seller

 

Do you want to sell your home this spring? It's time to start planning. We have a few tips to get the ball rolling.

 

Interview real estate brokers. Check out broker reviews as this will provide good insight. Zillow and Yelp reviews are great to browse, along with references from past clients. Research their credentials to determine if they are a good fit for your home buying or selling goals. This real estate professional should have a wide range of knowledge about the Chicago market. They will help you understand the nuances of the property values.

 

Once you find a real estate broker, ask for a Custom Analysis on your home. This is more than an MLS review of tax records and comparables. It involves in-depth research, reviewing specific property details versus just pulling generic numbers. When we work with clients, we take time to research the property, taking into consideration variables such as school districts, location, renovations, the structure, age of the property and so much more.

 

Take a look inside and outside your home. Are there things that need to be fixed? Call a handyman to make the repairs. Be willing to invest money so your home will show at its absolute best. This is also the time to purge by donating items that you don’t use. Organize your home, clear the clutter to allow potential buyers to envision themselves in the space. For more tips, check out How to Prepare to Sell Your Home.

 

As a part of our process, we work with home sellers to assess the property value and how to update it to sell. We give advice on cosmetic changes such as light fixtures or paint, minimal investments that will improve your chances of selling your home faster and for asking price. We know what buyers are looking for, what the market demands and current trends. Our experience includes both new homes and home renovations, so we are up to speed on the latest styles and technology.

 

Another part of our process in working with sellers is to help them understand what's going on in the market and what to expect when you actually go to list your home. If you’re selling in order to purchase a new home, find out how the timing can work in your favor or against you.

 

If you have any real estate questions, please contact us.