Attention future home sellers in the Dallas-Fort Worth area! Are you considering putting your house on the market? Is this your first time selling a property, or have you tried before without success? If you responded affirmatively to any of these questions, this article could be of great assistance to you.
Topic of the day: Should you paint the interior of your house before listing it for sale? I will provide valuable insights based on my firsthand experience of successfully selling multiple homes in the Dallas area.
Let’s get started!
Home selling is like a battle of wills. Here’s what sellers should expect!
If you’re new to selling a home, make sure to check out my Home Sellers section. It’s a great place to get familiar with the basics of selling your home.
When it comes to selling a house, there’s usually some compromise involved. Sellers want to get the most money for their property, while buyers want to spend as little as possible. In a perfect world, everyone would be selling a flawless property with no issues. Wouldn’t that be nice?
But let’s face it, we don’t live in a perfect world. The truth is, every house has its quirks, even new-construction homes. Eventually, sellers will find themselves confronted with the choice of addressing these issues, providing substantial discounts, or running the risk of the sale falling through.
The most crucial thing every home seller should do before putting the house up for sale.
It’s all about the presentation, the goal is to showcase the house in its best light so that potential buyers fall head over heels for it.
This involves getting your property ready for sale, which means de-cluttering, cleaning, and fixing any obvious issues to make it shine.
If you do that, When a prospective homebuyer visits, your home will stand out from the rest.
It’s basic psychology: if you have two choices of the same property – one dirty and cluttered and one clean and de-cluttered – buyers will undoubtedly choose the clean one or offer a significantly lower price for the messy one.
Let’s talk about paint.
One of the most crucial steps in preparing your home for sale is considering the state of your interior paint.
An immaculate paint job can make your home seem well-maintained and ready to move in, which is exactly what many buyers are looking for.
A new layer of paint has the remarkable ability to transform your house, making it more appealing to prospective buyers and breathing new life into your home.
You might run into some problems if you have different wall colors.
Yes, you heard that right: the color of your walls can indeed influence the marketability of your property.
Here is why. You might adore the ocean blue in your bedroom or the sunshine yellow in your living room, but what if your potential buyers don’t? Diverse wall colors can present a stumbling block in the home sale process because, let’s face it, everyone’s taste is unique.
Having too many colors in your house can be overwhelming and might even detract from the overall allure of your home.
Let’s not forget that after years of living in a house, those painted walls can start showing some significant wear and tear. That might not be so appealing to potential buyers.
A real-life example of how interior paint affected the home sale.
Let me share with you a real-life example from my real estate career, where the choice of interior paint had a significant impact on a home sale.
A home I was selling in Princeton, TX had four different wall colors throughout the house – quite the color palette, indeed!
Despite my recommendations, sellers initially resisted making changes. It wasn’t until the feedback from potential buyers – who either withdrew their offers or quoted much lower prices – that the sellers decided to repaint the entire house in a uniform color.
The result? Offers flooded in, and the house was sold at the desired price shortly after.
Please take a moment to view the before and after photos of the house I recently sold described in the above example.
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After painting
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So, to paint or not to paint? That is the question!
Now you might be wondering, “Should I repaint my house?” The answer depends on your current paint job.
If your house has multiple colors or the paint is significantly worn out, a fresh coat might be necessary to attract the best offers.
Like everything else, there are pros and cons. Let’s check them out!
The PROS
The benefits are plentiful. Fresh paint sells the idea that the house is ready to move in.
Usually, painters fix minor wall damages in the process.
The house painted in a trendy and consistent color will totally impress potential buyers!
The CONS
But it’s not all roses. Painting a house can be a hassle.
It costs money, requires time, and involves decision-making, like finding and scheduling contractors, figuring out which color to use, and all that jazz.
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Remember, the choice is ultimately yours and depends on how much effort you want to put in for the best results.
Let’s talk about picking the color for the new paint. Here’s a lifehack for you!
If you’ve decided to repaint, the next question is: what color should you choose?
A simple lifehack from a seasoned realtor (yours truly): visit new construction communities and look at several model homes.
These homes are usually designed with the current market preferences in mind, so they can provide you with some valuable insights into what potential buyers might be interested in.
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Conclusion
To wrap up, if you aim to get the highest price for your property, some preparation is inevitable. If not, you can choose to sell your property as-is. I hope this information helps you on your home-selling journey.
And remember, if you’re planning to sell your home in the DFW area, I’m here to help! I can assist you with everything you need, including choosing the perfect paint color.
So, what do you say? Are you ready to paint the town (or at least your house) and sell your home? I can’t wait to help you make it happen. Happy home selling!
Are you looking to sell your real estate property in the Dallas-Fort Worth area?
The process of selling a home can be complex and overwhelming, but with the help and guidance of a Realtor, you can navigate through it smoothly. I offer a proven post-COVID-19 home-selling plan that will provide peace of mind and ensure a successful sale.
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Check out my other articles for more helpful information about the home selling process.
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– House Selling Process – What You Need To Know
– 6 Factors That Increase Home Value in the Dallas Area
– Determining The Value of Your Home
– Get Your Home Ready To Sell Checklist: A First Impression That Lasts!
– Understanding the Listing Contract
– Staging Your Home To Sell – Will it Help?
– What does a Realtor® do to sell your house?
– How to Have a Successful Showing or Open House (Showings & Open House Checklist)
– Solid post COVID-19 Marketing Plan To Sell Your House
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The Seller’s Agent Duty
READ: Texas Real Estate Commission Information About Brokerage Services
AS AGENT FOR OWNER (SELLER/LANDLORD): The broker becomes the property owner’s agent through an agreement with the
owner, usually in a written listing to sell or property management agreement. An owner’s agent must perform the broker’s minimum
duties above and must inform the owner of any material information about the property or transaction known by the agent, including
information disclosed to the agent or subagent by the buyer or buyer’s agent.
A BROKER’S MINIMUM DUTIES REQUIRED BY LAW (A client is the person or party that the broker represents):
– Put the interests of the client above all others, including the broker’s own interests;
– Inform the client of any material information about the property or transaction received by the broker;
– Answer the client’s questions and present any offer to or counter–offer from the client; and
– Treat all parties to a real estate transaction honestly and fairly.
TO AVOID DISPUTES, ALL AGREEMENTS BETWEEN YOU AND A BROKER SHOULD BE IN WRITING AND CLEARLY ESTABLISH:
– The broker’s duties and responsibilities to you, and your obligations under the representation agreement.
– Who will pay the broker for services provided to you, when payment will be made and how the payment will be calculated.
TYPES OF REAL ESTATE LICENSE HOLDERS:
– A BROKER is responsible for all brokerage activities, including acts performed by sales agents sponsored by the broker.
– A SALES AGENT must be sponsored by a broker and works with clients on behalf of the broker.
