Is your New Year’s resolution to sell your beach cottage, condominium in the city or La Quinta real estate? Many people make the decision to move forward during this time of year and if you’re thinking about putting your property on the market, there’s no better time than the present.
The process of preparing homes for sale in Palm Springs is the same as in any other market and usually begins months before sellers actually list the property. The first step is to find a real estate professional to help you navigate the often complex process—it should be someone you trust and will enjoy working with. When you find someone early in the process, they can give you great advice that will save you time, stress and money in the long run.
Once you’ve made the decision that this is the year to list your La Quinta real estate, you’ll want to determine what needs to be repaired or tweaked before you open it up for showings. Take a walk through while looking at your property through the eyes of a prospective buyer. This will help you assess what is too personalized, what needs to be discarded and which repairs are necessary. Your goal is to show the property in its best light and highlight its strongest features, while maximizing space. Start de-cluttering and depersonalizing as soon as possible to make room for any changes or repairs that need to be made.
You should also get clear on why you are selling. Listing homes for sale in Palm Springs or anywhere, for that matter, is a big step and should be motivated by a good reason, whether you’ve outgrown the current space, a member of the family has a new commute or the children have gone off to college. The reasons for selling can affect negotiations, so you will want to be clear on your own needs and share them with the realtor, so they factor them in to the process.
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