Home Staging Is a Key to Selling in Idaho Falls

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Last month, we talked about the importance of getting the outside of your home ready for sale and making sure your “curb appeal” is all squared away. You don’t want to over promise or under-deliver. So if the outside of your home looks great, you’ve got to have the inside to match. Here are some tips to help get your home staged and ready for home buyers to see:

The first thing to do is declutter. Make sure your furnishings are accenting the house, not dominating it. Take down personal photos as well, because while you want the home to look lived in, you don't want the buyer to feel like they are in someone else's home.

You want to make sure your carpets are all squared away. Clean them, stretch them, even replace them if you have to. Paint is another important aspect of your home, and one of the highest returns on investment when it comes to remodeling. If your home needs a fresh coat, go for it. You will get your money back from that investment.

There is a lot to learn about getting your home ready. If you are considering selling, give us a call or send us an email and we would be happy to help provide you with even more useful advice. We look forward to hearing from you!
 

What Role Does Curb Appeal Play When Selling in Idaho Falls?

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So, you're thinking about selling your home, and wondering what you're going to do. Most people start with the inside of the house, which is important, but they don't realize how crucial it is to make the exterior of the home look perfect.

The key is to get potential buyers in the door, and that will never happen if the outside of your home is in disrepair. Many people will see the front of your home first, and if it doesn't look nice, they won't even bother to investigate further. Here's our advice:

Start at the curb: Look at your house and be objective. Are your hedges well-trimmed? Is your landscaping neat and tidy? Have you power sprayed the front of your house? Is the door well-painted? Remember, from the outside in you need to have every detail taken care of because people are making judgments from the outside about how your home is taken care of on the inside.

Zillow, Is it good or Is it bad?

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Around 2006 or so, Zillow started to make an impact on the real estate world. Nowadays, there are many websites that provide a wealth of information about the real estate market. While Zillow is a great tool and resource, you should be wary of the information you find there.

It's great that information is more accessible than ever before, but you need to be aware that not everything you see online is accurate. Zillow's "Zestimate" is notoriously inaccurate and it should not be used to determine the sale price of your home.

We are a non-disclosure state in Idaho, so we do not have to disclose what we bought our properties for, and most people don't. This means that Zillow in Idaho is even more inaccurate than elsewhere.

If you need accurate information about your home's value, please contact me or go to the website below.

Idaho Falls Home Evaluation

As always, if you ever need assistance with real estate in Idaho Falls, please don't hesitate to contact me!

Why Are Current Market Conditions Perfect for Selling?

The Idaho Falls real estate market is diverse with both buyers and sellers alike seeking a variety of different properties. As a prospective seller, you can find out the market value of your property with a free home value report right here, or if you're looking to purchase in the Idaho Falls click here for full MLS access. Always feel free to reach out to us for any questions regarding the current market conditions, or the value of your property at 208.227.5320.

In our last video we brought up the issue of inventory and the fact that we have a shortage in the Idaho Falls area. In fact, the entire market has only 656 homes available. That's typically a level we see in January and February, so it's pretty uncommon to see such low inventory levels right now. If you're thinking about selling, now is the time to get top dollar for your home, as there are fewer homeowners to compete with. 

There are a couple myths in the current marketplace that we hope to dispel. The first is that homes don't sell during the winter months. But they actually do. Last year, our sales were off a little bit in December and January, but they saw an increase in February before really accelerating in March. 

From a buyer's standpoint, you're going to find that sellers are more prepared during this time. Sellers are very serious about getting their home sold in a timely manner. Negotiating contracts and finding a middle ground that benefits both sides is simply easier to do in the wintertime. This gives the Idaho Falls market a year-round balance.

If you get your home ready for the market (what we call "HGTV condition") and properly price it, you will find a buyer. Your home should be able to sell in 30 to 60 days if you do these simple things. If your home doesn't sell, you have probably missed the market with your pricing. To avoid this, give a local real estate professional a call for help. We have the data and resources necessary to ensure an efficient home sale.

The Idaho Falls market is active year round. Interest rates are still very low, making now a great time for buyers to buy. These conditions are perfect for sellers and buyers to get what they want from a real estate transaction.

If you have any questions about current conditions, or would simply like to discuss your options, don't hesitate to give me a call or shoot me an email. We would love to hear from you!