Hints on selling your home by Jerry Beasley

Despite the tough economic  times, people who want to sell their homes don't have to wave a white flag in surrender.  With these sales strategies, consumers can get their homes sold and on to moving into their new residences.

Do not overprice the home. Buyers today are looking for a bargain, and the seller in the end will likely have to bring the price down to meet market demands. The longer the home sits on the market, the stronger the negotiating position of the buyer. For information on recent home sales in your area go to http://www.southernilhome.com/  \homes sold.

Select Internet-friendly pricing. More than 80% of home buyers begin their real estate searches online. Most real estate sites filter the prices in $25,000 to $50,000 increments. So while a creative price of $255,777 may grab attention, buyers who set their search maximum filter at $250,000 will exclude it.

Occupy or stage the home. Buyers appreciate a home that is well attended. A vacant home typically feels cold and empty, while one that is still occupied has a warm, cozy feel, attracting more buyers. However, keep the personalization minimal; having neutral decor and paint colors will make it easier for a buyer to visualize their own style in the home. If a seller moves to a new residence before selling the old residence, it is a good idea to have the home  staged as if someone still lives in it.

Keep the home neat and clean and keep good records. Foreclosures do not come with any disclosures. Sellers who keep updated records, photos and permits handy for the buyer to review will make them feel much more confident about buying the home, giving the seller a competitive advantage over other properties in the neighborhood. Go to http://www.southernilhome.com/  to view a video on getting your home ready to sell.

30 year interest rates are very low and the home buyers stimulus package have buyer's  looking and buying homes in this region.

If you're thinking about  selling your home soon and would like information (no obligation)on its current value, give me or Tena Smith a call at 997-1868 or cell 922-3895, or come by our office at 104 S. Carbon or send a e-mail to JerryBeasley@SouthernILhome.com.