Listing your home isn’t free. Getting your home ready for the market involves fees, duties, and a lot of effort. Consider how much time, effort, and money you put into your home before you list it on the market. If you have a direct buyer, with a great offer, it is often preferred over the hassle and out-of-pocket costs of listing. What it REALLY costs to sell your home in Raleigh?
Commissions, Staging & Yard Work, Oh My!
Cleaning
To present your home in the best light possible, a deep cleaning is necessary. Our professional team can take care of hard-to-reach areas like window sills and ceiling fans that are challenging to thoroughly clean on one’s own. If you have pets, we will also pay special attention to removing pet hair and odors for an extra level of freshness during showings or surprise visitors – allowing you more time to enjoy other aspects of life!
Landscaping
When you’re getting ready to sell your home, don’t forget the importance of an appealing exterior. A little yard work can go a long way towards making sure potential buyers are impressed with what they see from their first glance. Pruning bushes, edging lawns and adding fresh mulch or seasonal flowers can all have major impact on perceived curb appeal. Doing this yourself is doable if it’s within your skill set; however investing in professional help might be worth considering for optimal results!
- Freshen up the landscape with thoughtful pruning, weeding and planting.
- Brighten the area up by planting colorful flowers and other plants that will thrive in their environment.
- Repair any areas that need attention, give a fresh coat of paint to doors, mailboxes or other trim features
- Add some new flair – think splashy paint accents or inviting elements like cozy chairs
When designing the outdoor space of your home, don’t forget to put extra care into creating a warm and inviting backyard. After all, this is often where cherished memories are made! The front yard can be used as an opportunity to make an unforgettable first impression – so get creative in turning it into something truly special.
Storage & Moving
Moving can often be a stressful process. To facilitate this transition, it is important to start the preparation by packing your personal items and finding appropriate storage solutions while your home is on the market. This might involve renting space offsite, which would come with an additional cost such as rent and utility bills in addition to existing mortgage payments. We understand that selling one’s house may bring up some anxieties; rest assured our team will do all we can to make these processes as smooth-sailing for you as possible!
Moving your belongings from one home to the next can be a daunting task. Don’t forget that costs like movers, truck rentals and packing materials all add up! Make sure you include them into your budget when planning for this exciting new chapter in life.
Listing Fees, Agent Fees, Administrative Fees, and Notary Charges
Working with a real estate agent is often the best way to achieve your home selling goals, but it’s important to be prepared for additional expenses that may arise along the journey. In addition to proper commission fees, you’ll want budget for other costs such as marketing fees, listing and administrative charges; notary services; plus any small miscellaneous items. Ensuring these are accounted for will help make sure all financial aspects of this transaction go smoothly!
Commissions
When it comes to selling your home, commission is an important factor that you must consider. On average, the commission rate amounts up to 6% of your sale price – but this can vary depending on a variety of factors. Therefore, when setting an asking price for your property be sure to keep in mind not only basic expenses like repairs and staging costs; include commissions as well!