Prepare your home

For your house to sell quickly, you need to make it presentable and visually appealing. Avoid major home renovations and concentrate on handling quick repairs that could discourage prospective buyers if left unaddressed. Thoroughly clean your house and clear out the clutter. Remove personal items as home buyers need to be able to see themselves living in your property. Rent a storage unit in the meantime to safely store your belongings and get rid of bulky furniture to free up space. 

Boost curb appeal

Aside from taking care of your interiors, you also need to enhance your home’s curb appeal to ensure that it can give a strong impression to potential buyers. Many modern home buyers rely on digital real estate platforms, so your home exteriors should be attractive enough for them to check your online listing. Address minor exterior updates and exert effort in beautifying your surroundings. Some of the things you can do to enhance curb appeal include: 

  • Plant a shaded garden
  • Trim the shrubs or trees
  • Pressure wash the exteriors, including the sidewalks and driveway
  • Paint your front doors
  • Clean your windows
  • Mow the lawn
  • Clean the gutters
  • Repair the fence
  • Replace your house numbers
  • Update your mailbox

Price it competitively

Regardless of the current market type, you must price your property wisely. Overpricing can deter prospective buyers and cause your property to stay longer on the market than necessary. On the other hand, pricing it too low can cause doubt among buyers and force you to sell it way less than you initially intended. Consider the price ranges of similar properties in your area and work with your real estate agent to get the best possible figure for your house. 

Be flexible and accommodating

Being flexible and accommodating is essential for your house to sell quickly. Since you’re pressed for time, you must be highly adaptable to your potential buyers’ showing requests, even if they tend to schedule at the last minute. Adjust your schedule around your buyers’ ideal schedules and always make them feel welcome in your home. 

Explore your selling options

Selling your house using traditional methods can take longer than necessary. Consider alternative strategies such as selling it for cash, auctioning off your property, going with the for sale by owner (FSBO) route, or offering it to an investor or developer. In most cases, choosing a cash buyer is ideal as these companies will purchase your house in its current condition. Research the local cash buyers in your area and make sure to go with a trusted home buying company.  

Selling a home with a rigid deadline can be challenging. Remember to follow these tips the next time you need to quickly sell a property.