How to Sell Your House in Today's Market

Both the economy and the real estate markets are slow in most parts of the country and that is no exception here in Richmond, Virginia. There also is no sign of things improving anytime soon. The Richmond real estate market has been slow but it is possible to sell your home in this buyer’s real estate market. The average time to sell your home in Virginia is around five months versus only 45 days a couple of years ago.

Here are some tips to help you sell as quickly as possible in this market:

1) Price your home below other comparable sales in your neighborhood. In a slow market this will be one of the best ways to draw attention to your house and gives a great reason for a buyer to choose your house over all others.

2) Make sure your house is in good condition and shows well. Everyone likes to take the easy route. That means they don't want to have to make what is the biggest purchase of their lives (Which typically buying a home is) and it still need work. Even minor repairs can hold back a buyer from pulling the trigger and writing a contract on your house. The same goes for overall cleanliness. Make sure the house is spotless. This is really a mental thing but it makes a huge difference.

3) There are also many other financial incentives you can do to help with the purchase like:

  • Pay any HOA fees they will have.
  • Buy a home warranty for your buyer.
  • Pay some or all of their closing costs.
  • Give free gas cutting or landscaping for a limited time.
  • Offer new carpeting or paint job.
  • How about a FREE gas card???

I know that some of you don't want to deal with all the hassles of agents and showing the house and all the waiting and stress that come with selling a house. In fact in a study they said that the number one stressful thing that people dealt with was moving. The good news for you is that there is another alternative. You can sell to an investor. To talk with us about how we can buy your house fast, for ALL Cash, "As-is, on the date of your choice call us at 804-217-9123.