Selling Your Home

For most families, their home is their largest financial asset, and deciding to sell it is a big decision that involves a lot of preparation and work. When you're ready to sell it's important to have an experienced real estate professional handle the details involved in the successful sale of a home for top dollar.

We are experienced professionals who have helped many Melrose residents sell their homes, we know how to handle every aspect of the sales process - from strategically marketing and showcasing your home to making sure everything's signed, sealed and delivered by the closing date.

Five Ways to Appreciate Your Home This Summer 

Take advantage of the weather to take care of things that will make your home more comfortable and/or attractive --- and more valuable. It's the little things that count, so we're not including the obvious projects such as complete repainting or remodeling. Here are five activities that will bring the greatest return for a small investment of time and money.

  1. Take a walk. Meander around your house and yard and try to see it through the eyes of a buyer. Visit those areas you ignore because a prospective buyer is likely to. Look for trouble.
  2. 3P's. Prune, plant, patch.
  3. Repair the things you've learned to ignore or live with. Down spouts, walkways, damaged siding, weed patches, etc.
  4. Now's the time to inspect those areas that may cost more than the above in order to investigate the costs of fixing v. not fixing. Roof, siding, doors, windows, old storm damage, water tightness. Gather estimates. Talk to your REALTOR to find out which investments are likely to bring the greatest return in a sale. Visit BHREsources for specific home improvement and other help
  5. Use your imagination. What one thing could you do to make your home more appealing to buyers? Discuss with your REALTOR..

Providing you with comprehensive, high-quality listing service is our top priority. So when you decide to sell your home, please contact us and let's get started!

The following articles are a great place to start if you're looking for information about the sales process and how you can get more for your home when you decide to sell.

The Basics of Marketing Your Home How to Set a List Price for Your Home
Get Your House Ready to Show Buyers Why Use a Realtor when Selling a Home