Home Seller Tips
market makes all the difference
At IMT, we understand that selling a property can be both exciting and challenging. Our years of experience in the real estate market have taught us the best strategies to ensure your property stands out and sells quickly.
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Price it Right from the Start
Pricing is key. Listing your property too high can deter potential buyers, while listing too low could leave money on the table. Our expert agents conduct thorough market analysis to help you price your property competitively, ensuring it attracts the right attention and generates serious offers.
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Maximize Curb Appeal
First impressions matter. Simple updates like fresh landscaping, painting the front door, or adding new lighting can significantly improve a buyer’s perception of your home. We offer professional guidance on small upgrades that make a big impact. -
Stage Your Home for Success
Proper staging helps potential buyers envision themselves in the space. Our team works with staging professionals to create inviting environments that highlight the best features of your property. Whether it’s decluttering or rearranging furniture, we know how to showcase your home’s potential. -
Utilize Professional Photography and Videography
In today’s digital age, the majority of buyers begin their search online. High-quality photos and videos are essential to make your property stand out. We partner with top photographers and videographers to ensure your listing looks its best on every platform. -
Market Across Multiple Platforms
Effective marketing is about reaching the right buyers. Our brokerage utilizes a combination of traditional methods—like open houses and print ads—along with cutting-edge digital strategies, including social media campaigns, virtual tours, and email marketing. We make sure your property is seen by a wide audience. -
Be Flexible with Showings
To maximize your property’s exposure, it’s important to accommodate buyer schedules. Our agents will work closely with you to organize showings that suit both your availability and potential buyers’ needs, increasing the chances of a successful sale. -
Leverage Our Negotiation Expertise
When offers come in, negotiation skills are critical. With decades of combined experience, our team at IMT excels at negotiating the best terms and prices for our clients, ensuring you get the highest value for your property. -
Understand the Importance of Timing
Timing can have a big impact on how fast and how much your property sells for. Our agents keep an eye on market trends to help you determine the ideal time to list your property. Whether it’s seasonal factors or local market dynamics, we help you make the most informed decision. -
Prepare for a Smooth Closing
From securing the best offer to navigating paperwork, our team ensures a smooth closing process. We’ll guide you through each step, helping to avoid delays and ensuring all details are handled professionally.
Will your home pass a home inspection?
Ask yourself these questions before you place your home on the market:
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Is there any defective plumbing?
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Is there inadequate wiring or electrical?
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Do you have fuses? (Some financing options will not accept fuses)
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Is the basement damp or wet?
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Does your roof leak?
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Is the attic damp?
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Do you have any rotting wood?
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Do you need masonry work done to your existing foundation or walls?
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How is the structure or foundation?
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Do you have pest, termites or rodent problems?
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Does your home have any safety issues?
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Structural and mechanical issues will arise during an appraisal, and will need to be addressed.
Disclosures
In Connecticut, every homeowner is required, by law to complete a ‘Property Condition Disclosure Form’ when selling their home. This is to provide potential buyers with information regarding the home, that they may not be aware of during a showing. (If there’s insulation, updated electrical, how old is the roof, is there any lead paint, mold or asbestos in the home, age of the furnace, what kind of heat – gas, oil or electric, etc.)
You should not withhold information intentionally, this is against the law.
Additionally, in 2014, an Affidavit Concerning Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors will be required at the time of closing.