Uncategorized August 21, 2025

Ask a REALTOR®: 30 Common Real Estate Questions Answered in 30 Days: Question 1: How do I prepare my home before I sell it?

 Ask a REALTOR®: 30 Common Real Estate Questions Answered in 30 Days

Preparing Your Home for Sale: Expert Tips and Advice—Real Estate Q&A

Meta Description: Get expert tips on preparing your home for sale, including cleaning, repairs, depersonalization, and exterior appeal. Enhance your home’s marketability with guidance from Dave Parker, a seasoned REALTOR®.

Welcome to Day 1 of our 30-day real estate series focusing on selling and buying homes. Today, we’re diving into the crucial question:

Question 1: How do I prepare my home before I sell it?

When getting your home ready for sale, the first step is to ensure it’s presentable. This involves thorough cleaning and addressing minor repairs. Here are key steps to consider:

  1. Deep Cleaning: Mop floors, scrub bathrooms, and clean the kitchen to remove grime.
  2. Minor Repairs: Patch wall holes, replace burned-out lightbulbs, and fix broken appliances to enhance your home’s appeal.
  3. Neutralize Colors: Consider repainting walls in neutral tones like white, cream, or gray to create a fresh and spacious feel that appeals to a wider range of buyers.
  4. Depersonalize and Declutter: Temporarily remove personal items such as family photos and knick-knacks to help potential buyers envision themselves in the space.
  5. Exterior Appeal: Choose exterior colors that complement your home’s style and siding materials. Consider matching roof colors with siding for a cohesive look.
  6. Check for Liens: Verify if your property has any liens and resolve them before listing your home for sale to avoid complications during the selling process.

By following these steps, you’ll enhance your home’s marketability and attract more potential buyers. Stay tuned for tomorrow’s discussion on estimating the time it takes to sell your home.

For questions or assistance with buying or selling your home, reach out to us at 405.401.0099 or visit https://daveparker.sites.c21.homes.

 

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Dave Parker, REALTOR®, License #204189, Phone (405) 401-0099.

Century 21 Judge Fite, 1220 S. Santa Fe, Edmond, OK 73003, Broker #154475. Contact (405) 359-7400. Email: Dave@mrdaverealty.com.

Website: https://daveparker.sites.c21.homes

 

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