The housing market can be incredibly volatile and tends to work in favor of either the buyer or the seller. Due to its unpredictable nature it is critical to recognize when to buy, or when to sell. The market can be unforgiving so determining your strategy can seem intimidating without help. Fortunately, here at Stacey Driver Real Estate we are here to guide you, and the time to sell is now!

The housing prices along the Emerald Coast are soaring and now is the perfect time to strategize an exit from the market. There are countless benefits to selling your home while prices are high, and the most obvious is earning a profit. We are in a sellers market and it is not uncommon to yield a profit much larger than previously thought. Additionally, with interest rates expected to continue to rise, finding a buyer now may be much easier than in the future. Prospective buyers want to lock-in at a lower rate so it would be advantageous to benefit from the current climate of the market.

Stacey Driver Real Estate is here to assist our clients in selling their homes while they are at their most valuable. We operate from the beautiful white sand shores of 30A to the constantly growing town of Crestview, and everywhere in between. There are sellers eager to buy all along the Emerald Coast and the circumstances to sell to them couldn’t be better. Let us assist you in listing and selling your home. You’ll turn a profit and the buyer will get their home – a situation that truly benefits all.

You’re getting ready to sell your home. You’ve lived in it a few years, and you think it still looks like the day you bought it. But does it? Will a potential buyer look lovingly on your wall color, your well-worn furniture and all your dusty collectibles? Probably not.

Try to look at your home from a different perspective. Maybe the walls could use a fresh coat of paint. Painting is one of the first thing sellers are doing these days to give their homes a fresh look. Neutral colors work best.

While you’re getting ready to paint, you’ll be clearing out excess furniture, old magazines, junk mail, family photos and any collections you may have covering shelves. Clear the countertop of appliances, put away myriad bottles of shampoo and conditioner in the bathroom, and straighten your closets.

Potential buyers want to see how their things will fit in your space, and space is what everyone wants.

A very important item to remember is your pet or pets if you have any. A potential buyer may be allergic to cats or dogs. Be sure to clear pet odors out, clean up any pet messes, and remove food dishes and water bowls.

Then you need to clean, clean and clean some more. If necessary, hire a professional to seek out and clean all dust and dirt.

When your home is fresh, clean and staged, contact a real estate professional at Stacey Driver Real Estate, and they’ll take your home from “Just Listed” to “Sold.”

Are you thinking about selling your home? If so, a top-notch real estate agent may be the solution to getting your home sold quickly. You want an agent that knows the local market, uses aggressive marketing strategies and understands how to get your home in the best position to appeal to potential buyers. Here are some tips to get you on the right track.

Hire Professionals
Think about hiring professional painters, landscapers or floor refurbishes to make your place shine. You can also hire professional real estate photographers to show off your home in the best light possible.
Depersonalize
You want the buyer to imagine themselves living in your home. If you still have personal items hanging everywhere, its hard for potential buyers to imagine themselves living in the space.
Remove bad smells
A good, thorough cleaning usually takes care of unpleasant odors. Give your home time to air out by opening the windows. You could light a nice smelling candle or bake before an open house. You don’t want the smell to be overpowering because that may look suspicious, like you’re trying to cover a bad smell.
Clean for walk-throughs
A home that is clean and tidy tends to move quickly. It may be a lot of work, but if your motivated to sell your home it’s worth it to clean the entire home from top to bottom. Don’t neglect the basement or closets, buyers often check every nook and cranny.
First Impressions
Sometimes people will simply drive by your home and decide to check out your open house. That’s why its important to keep up with the curb appeal. It couldn’t hurt to trim overgrown shrubs, install new entry lighting, a little landscaping with mulch or repaint the front door.
Paint
Paint has the power to add light to a dark room. Neutral paint tones are the way to go if your looking for a fresh new look that appeals to a wide range of tastes. Stay away from bold colors as that may give off more of your personality
Carpets
Before you show your home, the carpet needs to be cleaned. This will eliminate odors locked into the carpet and improve the appearance of the floor. You can hire professionals or rent a carpet cleaning machine.
Make repairs
Before you put your home on the market, make any minor repairs that could give buyers second thoughts about the home. Making small repairs throughout the home can give buyers the impression that the home is well-maintained.
Selling your home is a big decision and Stacey Driver is here for you! Give us a call at (850) 621-6601 or contact us online today to begin the exciting home selling process.

Fill out this brief form and I will provide a detailed market analysis for your home. Most people think they have to have their home ready to list before reaching out to a real estate agent. I prefer to have you contact me weeks or even months before you plan to sell so I can help you determine what needs to be done before listing. Often times my list is shorter than yours which can save you time and money! I can also provide you with referrals for handymen, painters, landscapers and house cleaners if needed. Fill out the form below or call/ text me today at 850-621-6601 and we will work together to get your home ready to sell!