Wondering how to get your house ready to sell in the spring market? Here’s what you have to do: 

It’s never too early to start planning ahead. Putting your house on the market takes time and consideration. Spoofing up the place and making sure it gets the touch-ups it needs will also attract potential buyers. Review these five key things you should start working on in the winter so you can start selling in spring.

Find a Realtor:

You want to make sure your home is in the best possible shape before you sell it. The best way to do that is to connect with a real estate agent. They can do a quick inspection and guide you on what needs attention and what they think the price should be based on comparables in your neighbourhood.

Reasonable Pricing:

Spring is the perfect time to sell homes and everyone knows it. This means when you decide to list your property, you should be aware that there will be fierce competition. Ask your realtor to help you evaluate a good price so that the numbers don’t scare away interested buyers. There is nothing more frustrating than waiting for a catch when the market is swimming with fishes who are ready to bait.

Minor and Major Adjustments:

If your home needs improvement then it’s better to start fixing them while you have time to spare. These improvements could be small as clearing the clutter and dusting the attic, or it could be as big as installing a new roof. Get a good understanding of how much work your home needs before the snow melts and you miss out on the hot market.

Professional Cleaners:

Unless buyers plan to buy gut your house and replace it with a new build, cleanliness matters. Make your life, and your realtor’s job easier by hiring a professional to clean your home, especially if you have carpet. Wash all the windows and swiffer the hardwood floors and clean out your closet (put away seasonal outfits you don’t need in storage). Buyers are looking for a dream home and first-time buyers could be hunting for their forever home. The last thing they want to see is your personal belongings.

Interior Design:

Okay, let’s be real. The inside of your house matters just as much as the outside. While it’s essential for you to think about getting your curb ready for spring and maybe even hiring a landscaper to help you bring the exterior to life, winter gives you more time to start planning on the interior. After you’re done clearing the clutter and dusting all the corners that spiders love to build webs in, brainstorm a plan for your furniture. Spring colours are lovely and incorporating them into your couch pillows, curtains and other decor will help bring your home to life.

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