While real estate activity traditionally starts to slow down as we head into the fall months, that doesn’t mean sellers need to hang tight until the New Year to list their home.
In fact, selling your home in the fall can be perfect for motivated buyers who want to close and settle in before the holidays, especially millennials and empty-nesters who don’t need to take the start of the school year into account.
If you’re looking to close before the holiday festivities begin, check out these tips from local real estate company Opendoor on how to help sell your Charlotte home fast this fall!
- Maximize curb appeal: The front of your home is like the cover of a book. It can draw you in or push your interest elsewhere. A fresh coat of exterior paint, tidying up the yard, and making sure those windows are clean can go a long way to capturing buyer interest.
- Don’t neglect the backyard: As we get closer to the winter months and spending more time indoors, its can be easy to overlook the importance of the backyard. Remember to take note of any aesthetic aspects that may put off a potential buyer and ensure that the deck and grounds look well-maintained.
- Declutter closets and cabinets: When potential buyers visit, it’s important to show that the house has ample storage space for all of their needs. Clean and organized closets and cabinets are more esthetically appealing (plus, it’s one less chore you’ll have to worry about while packing).
- Neutralize interior paint: While your personal taste may run toward bright or bold, when it comes to paint, keep it neutral so that buyers can more easily envision themselves and their belongings in your space. Give boldly colored rooms a fresh coat of white, grey, or taupe paint.
- Accommodate showings: The slower fall season generally means that fewer buyers are on the hunt. Try to accommodate as many showings possible, even if a potential buyer’s timing is inconvenient, like during dinner or over the weekends.
Not interested in painting, tidying or showing your home? Selling to Opendoor can be a great option if you don’t want to take on the hassle of home projects or the uncertainty of selling on the open market. Visit opendoor.com to start the free, no obligation process. Opendoor will make a competitive, all-cash offer on eligible homes within 24 hours.
