Reality shows on TV make it look like selling a home is easy, and they really only spend 30 minutes before a sale is complete. While it can often take several weeks to complete a sale, selling a home doesn’t have to be a complicated process. There are a few easy steps to selling a home that will help guide you towards success.

1. Find a Realtor – Finding a great realtor who is knowledgeable and can help you with the initial stages of selling a home is critical to the success of your sale. A real estate agent can help you put a sign up, make suggestions for making the sale as quick as possible, and ensure you have all the information you need from the beginning.
2. Get Your Home Ready – Selling a home takes work! That means cleaning up and making it look welcoming for potential buyers. A fresh coat of paint and new carpet are some basic steps, and you can discuss other options with your real estate agent if you need help.
3. Market – Just putting a sign in the yard doesn’t necessarily mean you will get a buyer right away. Let everyone know you are selling a home, and ask them to tell their friends, too. Your realtor will also list your home on larger databases, so other real estate agents can show your home to potential buyers.
4. Sell – Congratulations! Your sale was a success, and now you know that selling a home doesn’t have to be overwhelming. There are a lot of things to consider, but the right team of people can really help you get it done.

If you are interested in selling a home or commercial real estate, visit us at the real estate office of Ian Hawkins & Cindy Ryerse. With over 50 years of combined real estate experience and high enthusiasm for your real estate needs, we will do whatever it takes to get the job done. Selling a home is made easy when you work with us. Call today for more information!