Champaign Real Estate

When Selling a Home

When selling your Champaign Illinois home there are no guarantees that a buyer will simply walk through the front door. In many cases Littlefield Homes may have to bring your home to the buyer.

Our effective marketing will help ensure that your property receives maximum exposure to attract a ready, willing and able buyer.

The appearance of your home, a buyer's first impressions, and other considerations can also affect the sale of your home. We will help and offer you tips for increasing your home's value.

Consider that home prices in your neighborhood and the value of your property are also factors used for pricing your home?

Increasing the Value of Your Home

When we're preparing your house for sale, we'll help you emphasize the importance of first impressions. The market isn't the only factor that influences whether we get your asking price.

Appearance and overall condition play a major role. Here are some easy things you can do to make your home more appealing to Champaign Illinois home buyers.

It is estimated that more than half the houses are sold before the buyers even get out of their cars.

So stand across the street from your house and review its curb appeal.

Outside:

Sweep the front walkway.
Remove all newspapers, bicycles, skateboards and toys.
Park any extra cars away from the property when possible.
Neatly trim all the shrubs around the property.
Apply a fresh coat of paint throughout.
Clean all windows and window coverings throughout the home.
Keep pet areas clean and odor free.
Make sure the plumbing and all appliances are in working order.
Maintain all sealant (window, tub, shower, sink, etc.) in good condition.
Make sure roof and gutters are in good condition and free of debris; Mow the lawn more frequently and plant flowers if seasonal.

Inside:

Keep the kitchen and bathroom shining.
Give a quick once-over with the vacuum daily; carpets should always be clean.
Place fresh flowers in the main rooms.
Put dishes away, unless setting a formal display for decoration.
Keep the beds made and put all clothes away.
Enhance the spaciousness of each room by removing clutter.
Open the drapes and turn on lights for a brighter feel.
Unclutter the closets.
Put toys away.
Turn off the television.
Play soft music on the radio/stereo.
Keep pets out of the way and pet areas clean and odor-free.
Secure jewelry, cash, prescription medication and other valuables.

Important Reminders

Potential buyers usually feel more comfortable when the owners are not present.
If people unaccompanied by an agent request to see your property, please refer them to your Littliefield Homes real estate professional for an appointment.
Leave a number where you can be reached if you are leaving town, even for a day.

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Steve and Rhonda Littlefield
Littlefield Homes

Keller Williams Realty
821 South Neil Street
Champaign, IL 61820
Direct (217) 239-7223
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