If you are thinking about selling your home in 2020, you may have an uphill battle. With the prevalence of Covid-19, there are some unique challenges you may have to deal with. I am not moving again right now but I have a lot of friends who are planning on moving or who are in the process right now. The key right now is to make sure your home, and the listing of your home, stands out from the rest.
If you are thinking about moving, I’m sure you have already calmly and rationally thought about your situation before deciding if it is a good idea. You have evaluated things like your employment situation and long term goals for your property as well as taken into account the needs of your family. If you have decided that 2020 is the year to sell, then congratulations. Check out a few ideas that may help you attract the buyers you are looking for!
6 Tips For Selling Your Home in 2020
1. Have Masks On Hand
If you are selling your home, you or your agent should put out some extra safety and sanitary precautions for strangers viewing your home. It’s nice to have extra masks at the front door for those who forgot to bring their own. If you have a front porch, hang them outside and then also have a basket for them to throw their used masks away so nobody reuses them. Also, put hand sanitizer at your front and back door and wipe down the counters in between appointment times.
2. Offer Photos From A Drone Perspective
One way for people to view and see your home is by adding a drone perspective. If potential buyers are nervous about actually going into your home, this can give them an idea of what your home looks like creatively. Not sure how to do this? Like most things, sometimes it’s just best to hire a professional to take the stress away! Atlanta’s Curb Appeal Photography is one of those professional businesses that offers a variety of unique services just for this! Their team of photographers can help capture the beauty and charm of your home from the ground as well as from the sky as well!
They take multiple exposures including a metered flash shot of every photo to capture the most detail in every room of your listing. Also, they use a sturdy tripod, a shutter release, a high-end wide-angle aspherical lens, and software to produce images that stand out to potential buyers. And no, your iPhone can’t do that.
3. Show House By Appointment Only
Now may not be the time to have an open home for potential buyers due to social distancing. Try to offer select times for people to come and view your home. They will then have your undivided attention walking through your home and aren’t overwhelmed with crowds of people. Make sure as each buyer leaves, you or your agent wipes down door handles and common surfaces.
4. Create A Video WalkThrough
Having video on your listing site can be super helpful right now. It allows people who are interested to get a first look without leaving their home. Curb Appeal Photography is able to do this for you too. Their drones can take incredible video shots for you to compile a unique walkthrough of your home so buyers can feel as if they are walking through your home from their own couch.
For those looking for drone photography real estate in the Atlanta area, Curb Appeal is the place to go. It’s run by head photographer Matt Harrison. He and his team take pride in being professional, available, and experienced. They have a credible reputation of being the best for the last 3 years.
5. Clear Out The Clutter
Having clutter in your home can put off potential buyers. When it comes to selling, it is crucial to remove all unnecessary items from the exterior and interior of the home. All those items you collected while you were quarantined for the last 3 months need to be stored away. Think about removing some furniture in your rooms and even organizing your closets. (You know potential buyers are opening every door and drawer!)
6. Have Pre-Packaged Snacks
In the past, some agents would tell you to bake cookies and offer them to buyers as they walk around. But this is 2020 so a communal plate of goodies is going to be a no-no. To stop the spread of germs, make sure to have snacks but keep them in an open basket or container. These snacks can include pre-packaged chips, cookies, or granola bars. Don’t forget bottled water as well!
While there is still so much uncertainty about this year, if you need to sell your home hopefully these tips will help. Any tips I’ve forgotten?
