Stop Blaming the Boise Real Estate Market
According the most recent National Association of Realtors,’ October 2007 report, “The outlook is positive” for the Boise Idaho Real Estate Market. Although home sales are down significantly, prices in general are holding much stronger in the Boise area than other markets.A large inventory of homes coupled with low demand and buyer hesitation, definitely plays a role in how quickly a home sells. However, many sellers as well as Real Estate Agents are too quick to blame the Idaho housing market.
As an individual seller, you cannot change the market, therefore;
Consider the Top 3 factors in selling a home:
#1 Price overcomes all objections:
Pricing a home to sell from the beginning is vital. You only get one first impression. A property will have the most traffic during its first month on the market.
#2 Staging Effectively:
De-clutter as much as possible. You want to move a way from a “lived in” feel so your home shows like a model home. Buyers will stay longer and feel more comfortable in a home if they can easily imagine themselves living there. A Real Estate Professional can advise you on how to put your home in pristine condition.
#3 Marketing Strategy:
According to the National Association of Realtors, up to 75% of buyers find their homes online first. Make sure your Real Estate Agent has planned to reach those 75% of buyers with effective internet advertising.
Let me know what other factors you consider vital to the sale of a home.