Spring is typically the best season for selling a home, but not this year. Many homeowners are wondering what to do.
Is it safe to sell your home right now?
For starters, if you need to sell it, you shouldn’t let COVID-19 stop you. Real estate agents are working hard to come up with ways to get your home sold should it be necessary. You should still check your local market for specific restrictions.
Why your homes online listing matters more than ever.
A few nice photos may not cut it these days. There are a number of essential tools on the market for virtually showing your home. Make sure that your agent is aware of them and is using creative methods to get your house listing to the masses.
Why a home sale might take longer today.
On average it takes 50 days to close on a home. During the pandemic, expect those timelines to increase. Buyers are asking for more contingencies on their offers, which increases home inspection windows and closing times.
“‘You only get one chance at a first impression, so you don’t want to be using poorly shot and lit iPhone photos and videos,’ says Ressie Krabacher, a residential broker with the Chicago Home Partner team of At Properties.”