{"id":4141,"date":"2019-01-12T08:49:49","date_gmt":"2019-01-12T13:49:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dankrell.com\/blog\/?p=4141"},"modified":"2019-07-23T07:05:34","modified_gmt":"2019-07-23T11:05:34","slug":"occams-razor-home-selling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dankrell.com\/blog\/2019\/01\/12\/occams-razor-home-selling\/","title":{"rendered":"Occam’s razor home selling"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
\"Occam's
Staging is one of the four basics of home selling. (infographic from nar.realtor)<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Many home owners are preparing to sell their homes this year.  And in doing so, home sellers are looking for new and exciting ways to sell their homes fast and for top dollar.  But the reality is that selling a home is not rocket science.  There really isn\u2019t a secret trick or approach to selling a home.  Rather, it\u2019s more like magic, where properly performed fundamental tasks can set the stage for a satisfying experience. If you don’t know how Occam’s razor (or what it is) can help you get the most from your home sale, pay close attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately,\nit\u2019s a human trait seek a complex solution to a simple question.  In other words, applying Occam\u2019s razer to\nyour home sale can save you time and allow you to get out of your own way.  Occam\u2019s razer is a tool that is often used to\nfigure out solutions and devise scientific theories.  It has become popularized as the \u201ckeep it simple\nstupid\u201d method.  However, Susan Borowski\u2019s\nhistory and explanation of Occam\u2019s razor, written for the American Association\nfor the Advancement of Science, gives it teeth (The Origin and Popular Use of\nOccam’s Razor<\/em>; aaas.org;\nJune 12, 2012).  Borowski states, \u201cOccam’s razor doesn’t necessarily go with\nthe simplest theory, whether it’s right or wrong; it is not an example of\nsimplicity for simplicity’s sake. It merely tries to cut through the clutter to\nfind the best theory based on the best scientific principles and knowledge at\nthe time<\/em>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In\nother words, focus on the tried and true fundamentals of selling a home.  Anything above and beyond may not necessarily\nhelp to sell the home faster or for more money, but could help make the process\nmore enjoyable.  That in mind, let\u2019s\nconsider these four basic concepts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First,\nconsider the condition of your home.  Do\nyou have deferred maintenance issues? \nDoes your home need a makeover?  Homes\nthat get top dollar are \u201cturnkey.\u201d  Many\nhome buyers are willing to compete and pay more for recently upgraded and\nrenovated homes.  Selling a home with\ndeferred maintenance or lacking recent updates can not only turn off many home\nbuyers, but can encourage low-ball offers. \nA pre-listing home inspection can help you identify maintenance issues.  Also, consider consulting with a design\nprofessional to help you understand which updates (if any) are necessary to\nhelp your home sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next,\nwork on the home\u2019s presentation to give it a clean and spacious feel.  Decluttering is one of those tasks that can\nbe overwhelming, but it\u2019s importance cannot be overstated.  Decluttering will force you to decide which\nitems to keep in the home.  Additionally,\nstaging your home can help balance space, furniture and d\u00e9cor.  This can help home buyers envision living in\nthe home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deciding\non a list price is often a conundrum.  Although\nenticing, don\u2019t be seduced by the agent who tells you the highest sales price\nwithout understanding their rationale. \nThe housing market can turn on a dime. \nIf your home isn\u2019t priced correctly, it can languish on the market.  There are many aspects that go into deciding\na price, so work with a respected seasoned agent to go through the market details\nand scenarios.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally,\nwhen the home is ready to list, how is it to be marketed?  Today\u2019s MLS listing syndication takes\nadvantage of the fact that most home buyers actively search homes on the\ninternet. Don\u2019t rely on gimmicks that promise activity on your listing.  A complete marketing plan will take into\naccount the factors we discussed here, and apply strategies to attract\nmotivated home buyers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Original published at https:\/\/dankrell.com\/blog\/2019\/01\/12\/occams-razor-home-selling\/<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Many home owners are preparing to sell their homes this year.  And in doing so, home sellers are looking for new and exciting ways to sell their homes fast and for top dollar.  But the reality is that selling a home is not rocket science.  There really isn\u2019t a secret trick or approach to selling … <\/p>\n

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