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How to Maximize Your ROI when Selling Your Property

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By Tracie JohnsonPublished 2 years ago 4 min read
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Real estate has always been a promising investment opportunity for most people in the world. Housing prices, especially in the United States, have grown tremendously. However, with the emergence of Covid-19, people have to work remotely. Many people had to leave for the suburbs. Low mortgage rates were recorded, and the housing market became lucrative. Various methods can be applied to maximize your ROI when selling your house.

Do Proper Research

The first step is to do your research. You'll need to find out the average price for houses in your area, which is usually easy with the right tools. If you're not sure, post your request on social media and ask friends and family where they would start looking.

Choose An Experienced Listing Agent

Next, you'll need to choose a listing agent. It's best to work with agents who have knowledge and experience in the field. For instance, if you live in Florida you can consult with Florida Real Estate Buyers. According to this site, "we buy houses in Palm Beach - we're here to help and offer guidance". You should have a list of three or four agents in your area that you can contact and decide which one is the best fit for you.

Get a House Inspector

Hire an inspector before your final inspection and ensure that everything is in order before closing day. An inspector will check out your house and will be able to give you an approximate price of your house according to its standard.

Make Sure Your House is in Good Condition

A house with a few problems will net you a lower return on your investment. Old electrical wiring and plumbing can cost thousands to fix and could mean lost revenue on your property. It is, therefore, important to ensure that repairs are made before listing the house.

Have a "For Sale by Owner"

If you would rather not have a realtor, try a "For Sale by Owner." It's not as costly and you're totally in charge. You're in charge of setting the price, marketing, and selling. If you have a real estate license, this can also work. However, if you don't have a license or any realtor experience, it's best to work with one. The next step is to prepare the house for showings- and there's a lot to consider. You'll want to make sure the house is clean from top to bottom, inside and out.

Schedule a Proper Open House

Make sure to schedule your open houses well before they are needed. The more time you have, the less chance a competing buyer will take it over. If you have any friends or family nearby who can answer questions and be your showings, then you should schedule it with them. Also, make sure to take the best possible photos of your house online. No matter how great your house is, nobody will notice if nobody can see it.

Prepare Yourself For Negotiations

When you sell your house, you will probably have to negotiate a price with the buyer. Don't be afraid to negotiate based on the value of your house. The value isn't always the same as what you may have paid. Just because you've held onto your house for a while doesn't mean that it's still worth as much as it was when you purchased it. Chances are, your house has fallen out of style and is now one of the older houses in the area. That makes its value fall slightly below what other houses in the area sold for recently.

Negotiate Before Making any House Repairs

If the bank has preapproved the buyer, try to agree on a price before you make any repairs to the property. It will minimize your risk of losing money on the deal. If you cannot reach an agreement, perhaps because the buyer has not qualified for a mortgage yet, you should negotiate in writing what repairs result in a price reduction. If you are negotiating with the bank, they may offer to pay for any repairs needed to qualify for their loan. If this is the case with your property, get it written into your contract so that there is no question of who pays—the buyer or the seller.

Closing Thoughts

Conclusively, it is evident that selling a property can be a tiresome and challenging process. However, with the right approach or team of professionals to help you navigate through this time, it can be a simple process that makes the most money for your investment. Hence, being able to maximize your ROI on the property you are selling.

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