{"id":17963,"date":"2019-08-14T09:43:30","date_gmt":"2019-08-14T14:43:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/?p=17963"},"modified":"2021-01-05T12:51:32","modified_gmt":"2021-01-05T17:51:32","slug":"put-house-on-the-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/2019\/08\/put-house-on-the-market\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Way to Prepare to Put your House on the Market"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>Preparing to put your house on the market<\/h3>\n<p>When looking to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/real-estate-books\/kit\/191-selling-a-home-in-mexico\/?art=blebook_190719&amp;web=blog\">sell a property<\/a>, everyone wants to find a way to get the most out of it.\u00c2\u00a0 Getting the most out of your home means repairing minor imperfections, paying attention to detail, and performing simple maintenance. An experienced investor will put in practice all these things when putting a house on the market, and you should do the same!<\/p>\n<p>When preparing to put your house on the market, there are several ways to ensure getting acceptable offers. The following suggestions can help to increase your chances to capitalize on your investment.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Fix any simple repairs needed<\/h4>\n<p>You need to do any minor repairs before putting your house on the market. No potential buyer wants to walk into a home and start counting dollars.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fix leaky faucets.<\/li>\n<li>Repair broken hardware.<\/li>\n<li>Replace worn-out appliances.<\/li>\n<li>Perform maintenance on AC units that are not working properly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-17980\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Canva-null-2-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"840\" height=\"558\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Canva-null-2-1-1.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Canva-null-2-1-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Canva-null-2-1-1-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/h4>\n<h4>A fresh coat of paint does wonders<\/h4>\n<p>Ask any realtor what you can do to improve the value of your home and most of them will say \u00e2\u20ac\u02dca fresh coat of paint.\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 If your home hasn\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t had a new coat of paint in a while, it might be time to do so. Potential buyers will appreciate taking off this task from their checklist.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-17981\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Canva-null-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"840\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Canva-null-2.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Canva-null-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Canva-null-2-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>Keep documentation on any current repairs and maintenance<\/h4>\n<p>It\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s a good idea to keep a list of repairs that you have done over time. Potential buyers like to hear about repairs and periodic maintenance performed. It assures them that the prior owners took good care of the house.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Depersonalize, declutter, and organize<\/h4>\n<p>People who tour homes prefer not to see dwellings with personal items around every corner. Uncluttering your home gives the illusion of having more room. Potential buyers also like to see a property that has organized closets, pantries, linen, and other storage spaces.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Stage your home<\/h4>\n<p>You don\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t have to hire a professional to stage your home. It simply means to create a welcoming atmosphere. Clean up your rooms and eliminate unnecessary knickknacks and personal wall-art. You don\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t want potential buyers to be stumbling over furniture or gazing at props instead of paying attention to the home\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s unique design.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17969\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Canva-Open-Room-Curtain.jpg\" alt=\"Depersonalize for sale\" width=\"840\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Canva-Open-Room-Curtain.jpg 4608w, https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Canva-Open-Room-Curtain-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Canva-Open-Room-Curtain-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Canva-Open-Room-Curtain-1024x768.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>Curb appeal<\/h4>\n<p>This is especially important with standalone homes. First impressions will set the tone for the rest of the tour. If you have a gardener or pool person, make sure they do an exceptional job keeping your front yard picture-perfect. If you live in a community or complex, it might be worth letting your gardener know you want them to pay special attention to the area around your condo. Tip them; it\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s money well spent.<\/p>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4>Keep a positive attitude<\/h4>\n<p>If you are present when having an open house or when a realtor brings a potential buyer, be upbeat about the area and your neighborhood. Always point out local amenities like shopping, restaurants, and outdoor activities.<\/p>\n<p>The above recommendations are great ideas when preparing to put your house on the market. Just before you list your property, take a moment to do an uncensored walkthrough. Keep an objective attitude and look at things as a potential buyer would, and adjust your decoration accordingly. Remember that \u00e2\u20ac\u02dcpeople always buy with their eyes.\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 After they visually accept what they see, their emotions will take over.<\/p>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4>Get a Realtor<\/h4>\n<p>Last but not least, nothing really happens until you have an excellent realtor. A good realtor will make all the difference in the world. They will help you get the most for your home, from setting a fair price to promoting and bringing potential clients to tour your property.<\/p>\n<p>If you are planning to put your home on the market, contact us. We have a professional team who can help in the sale of your property in the Riviera Maya.<\/p>\n<p><em>Remember, at Top Mexico Real Estate \u00e2\u20ac\u00a6 we make it happen!<\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/real-estate-books\/kit\/55-why-work-with-top-mexico-real-estate\/bb_140819&amp;web=blog\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14491\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/work-with-topmex.png\" alt=\"Why Work With Top Mexico Real Estate\" width=\"635\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/work-with-topmex.png 635w, https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/work-with-topmex-300x71.png 300w, https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/work-with-topmex-630x150.png 630w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 635px) 100vw, 635px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Preparing to put your house on the market When looking to sell a property, everyone wants to find a way to get the most out of it.\u00c2\u00a0 Getting the most out of your home means repairing minor imperfections, paying attention to detail, and performing simple maintenance. 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