Seniors: Selling Your Home What You Should Know

By Jennifer Wong, Owner, Principal Broker

W Homes, Inc

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Seniors: Selling Your Home What You Should Know

One of the most frequent questions seniors ask is what they should know about selling their home. Below we are going to share with you some of the most important things to note as a senior considering the sale of your home.

Prepare Your Home For Selling With an Inspection

One of the biggest pieces of advice we provide seniors looking to sell their home is to ensure the home itself is properly prepared for sale. If you have lived in your home for many years, there may be unseen issues that you have accidently overlooked.

By having a home inspection prior to putting your house on the market you can identify any problems that could hinder the sale of your home such as minor issues with the roof, electrical or boiler. By doing this prior to placing your house up for sale you can ensure any issues are managed in advance, and you can get the best value for your home.

Understand the Value of Your Home

Understanding the value of your property is one of the key factors when considering selling your home. One mistake that many seniors make is placing the home up for sale for much less than what it is worth in the hopes that they might receive a quick sale.

With this said, it’s imperative to understand the value of not only your home, but homes in your neighborhood so that you can properly assess the sale price of your home. Contact a local realtor for a property market analysis, which can help ensure that your home is valued correctly, and get the most out of your sale.

Work With a Realtor Who Is Experienced In Senior Selling Services

It might sound surprising, but not all realtors are experienced in senior selling. Working with a realtor who has experience in your circumstance can be incredibly valuable. Not only are they knowledgeable about the laws and benefits you might be entitled to as a senior selling your home, they can assist in providing advice and moral support when it comes to downsizing, staging, home renovations and selecting your new property.

Choosing to sell your home as a senior is no small feat, by utilizing the few tips above you can ensure the transition into the next phase of your life is as smooth as possible. For more questions, reach out to your local senior selling specialist realtor.