Do These 7 Things Before Putting Your San Diego Home on the Market

Do These 7 Things Before Putting Your San Diego Home on the Market

February 9th, 2023

Preparing Your San Diego Home for the Market

It is no secret that mortgage rates are coming down, and many Californians are getting ready to list their home for the spring market.

Whether you are considering listing your home for the spring or summer or are watching the rates closely to determine when to put your home up for sale, you will want to make sure your home is ready for the market.

Here are seven things you should do before listing your San Diego home to maximize your return and get the best possible price. Let’s dive in!

1.Find a Local Listing Agent

First things first, find a local listing agent. Sure, it’s tempting to go the For Sale By Owner (FBSO) route and list your home yourself, but enlisting a professional real estate agent is advantageous in the long run.

Not only do real estate professionals know the local market, connections to potential buyers, and social media expertise, but they will also be able to provide a detailed plan for how they will sell your home. 

2. Make Necessary Repairs

Before listing your home, it’s essential to ensure that it is in good condition and that all necessary repairs have been taken care of. 

From fixing leaking faucets to patching holes in the walls, ensuring everything is in working order will make your home more attractive to potential buyers and increase its value.

If you aren’t sure what repairs need to be done, it’s worth investing in a home inspector who can help you identify any issues and tackle them before the listing.

3. Keep Light Bulbs On Hand

When showing your home to prospective buyers, all your light fixtures and lamps must be turned on. For this reason, all lights in your home must have working light bulbs. It is wise to stock up on light bulbs, so you don’t have to worry about your lights being out when you’re ready to show your home.

4. Declutter and Deep Clean

When you are trying to sell your home, the goal is to allow potential buyers to envision themselves living in the house; this means getting rid of any clutter and deep cleaning your home from top to bottom.

Don’t let foul smells, dirty floors, dusty surfaces, or piles of your belongings make a terrible impression on a potential buyer.

Even if you aren’t ready to list now, decluttering your home will lessen the headache of preparing your home when the time comes.

Consider hiring a professional cleaning service to ensure your place is in pristine condition. 

5. Hire a Handyman

When you are preparing to sell your home, it can be helpful to have a handyman on call to take care of any minor maintenance issues quickly, from patching holes in the walls to fixing broken appliances.

A handyman on-call can help you take care of any last-minute issues before you list your home.

6. Rent a Storage Unit

One thing most people don’t think of is that staging a home requires you to get rid of some belongings. 

If you aren’t ready to part with them, consider renting a storage unit to store all your extra stuff when staging and showing the house. That way, you can keep your items and ensure your home looks clean and organized when potential buyers come for a tour.

7. Paint the Walls

Last but certainly not least, you should consider painting the walls of your home. You want to paint your walls with neutral colors like white, light gray, and light beige.

Not only will this make your home appear bigger, brighter, and more welcoming, but it will also help cover imperfections and provide a blank slate for potential buyers. 

Preparing Your Home for the Market

Preparing your home for the market doesn’t have to be stressful. With the proper preparation and planning, you can ensure that your home is in its best shape before listing.

If you need help preparing your home for the market, call us. The San Diego Realty Gals are a full-service agency, well-appointed in home repairs, home design, and improving curb appeal.