Seller Resources
Albany Real Estate
PREPARING TO SELL
Why Sell?
How can I Sell without listing my home? Our brokerage offers a unique solution for homeowners looking to sell their property without the hassle of listing it on the market. Understanding the need for a quick and straightforward sale, we are proud to provide an option to give you a written offer in 48 hours. This service is ideal for those seeking to avoid the conventional selling process, which often involves time-consuming showings, negotiations, and the uncertainty of buyer financing. With our extensive network of cash buyers, we ensure a seamless and efficient transaction, allowing you to move forward with your plans promptly and with peace of mind. Whether you’re relocating, facing financial difficulties, or simply prefer a discreet sale, our team is here to support your needs with a reliable cash offer, ensuring a stress-free and expedient selling experience.
When Should I Sell?
Establish your time frame for selling early on. If you have a personal consideration, like a job offer, that doesn’t allow you much flexibility for your selling time frame, then your agent will work with you. We can help you accelerate the process by giving you a thorough market analysis and action plan to best fit your goals. If you do not need to sell immediately, we will sit down with you and review current market conditions to find the ideal time to sell.
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What Is The Market Like?
The current real estate market in Albany, NY, shows positive growth and activity. As of February 2024, home prices in Albany were up 2.7% compared to the previous year, selling for a median price of $225K. Homes are selling after an average of 38 days on the market, which is a slight increase from 33 days last year.
A notable surge in the Albany housing market in January 2024, with home prices experiencing a 6.8% increase compared to the previous year. The median sale price was reported at $235K, and homes are selling faster, spending only 20 days on the market compared to 28 days last year.
Overall, these insights reflect a robust and dynamic real estate market in Albany, NY, with increasing home prices and a relatively quick turnaround time for sales.
How Do I Optimize My Finances?
Selling your property is a big financial decision. It requires an in-depth look at your current financial situation, as well as future opportunities. Many independent property owners overestimate the value of their home. This leads to properties sitting idly on the market for long periods of time. On the flip side, if you price your property too low, you could cheat yourself out of thousands of dollars. Having an experienced agent on your side will prevent you from making these mistakes. When you work with us, we will create a detailed report so you can easily assess the financial impact of selling your property. We will also help you create effective tax saving and estate planning strategies. We are committed to helping you take control of your finances and using them to their full potential.
What Is the Property Worth?
Without a professional agent, most independent property sellers tend to overestimate the value of their property. You can avoid this pitfall by consulting with an experienced real estate listing agent.
You can do a lot to increase the appeal of your property and to create a lasting impact on potential buyers.
What To Do To Prepare:
- Curb Appeal. Update your landscaping. If you have a lawn, make sure it’s well manicured. Depending on the season, you might consider adding some colorful flowers or fresh greenery.
- Polish The Details. Simple upgrades such as window repairs, carpet and tile treatments, and a fresh coat of paint will instantly highlight the property’s details.
- Clean And Staged. There is beauty in simplicity. Remove the extra personal items and clutter to keep a cleaner look. Your agent may suggest adding mirrors to certain walls, fresh flowers to dining tables or candles in the kitchen.
- Disclosures And Inspections. If the property does have any complications, we will help you create a thorough disclosure statement. We will also make sure the necessary inspections and repairs are handled in the case of a crucial issue.
- Time To Show. Buyers feel more comfortable discussing the property directly with the agent. Your agent will engage with their expertise in your property and the most important negotiating factors.
Tips For Selling
Give your house a deep clean
First impressions mean everything. Before you decide to list your home, give it a deep clean. This means cleaning toilets, wiping down surfaces, mopping floors, cleaning rugs and scrubbing bathrooms - and even consider calling in the professionals to ensure that your home is in the best condition it can possibly be.
Declutter the home
When a home is clutter-free, buyers are able to focus on the actual home instead of on the piles of mail, laundry, and general mess in your home. Potential buyers want to envision their items on your counter versus resisting the urge to clean up your mess. Decluttering and organizing your space will go a long way in appealing to potential buyers.
Call a handyman
When selling a house, you should make sure everything that needs to be fixed has been taken care of before listing a home. Potential buyers will come into your home knowing you took care of it, giving them more peace of mind.
Not only is painting a great way to clean up the walls but making the overall color scheme neutral will increase the appeal to potential buyers, making it easier for them to envision their belongings in the house - get rid of any bright, outdated paint colors and go with a neutral palette throughout the house.
Stage your homeStaged homes tend to fill quickly because they feel homier - if you have neutral furniture that you can leave in the home, do it, otherwise consider a professional staging company.
Depersonalize your homeYou want to leave a few nice, framed photos around the house to make the home appear inviting and lived in, but in general, removing your very personal items, such as family photos will let the potential buyers see their photos in those places, versus yours.