Everyone wants their home to sell as quickly as possible. Not only is it a point of pride, but the faster you can make it through the often-stressful selling process, the better.
That said, when it comes to selling a home, nothing is ever guaranteed – even when the market is favoring sellers. However, there are a number of things you can do to maximize your chances of an easy and efficient sale.
In this blog I’m sharing a few tips on how to do exactly that.
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Hire the Right Realtor
Regardless of what you’re looking to get out of your home sale, choosing the right real estate agent is hugely important. An experienced, local real estate agent will know exactly what buyers are looking for, and who will be most likely to take interest in your home. Using these insights, they’ll craft a strategy based on how soon you would like to sell.
One of your realtor’s many important responsibilities is marketing. It’s their job to get your home in front of as many buyers as possible. That said, not all real estate agents utilize the same marketing tools. You’ll want to work with a professional who uses both traditional and digital marketing strategies to maximize reach.
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Spruce Things Up
If you want buyers to take action on your home as soon as possible, you’ll need to wow them. This means ensuring your home is in tip-top shape and stands out from all the others on the market.
Starting with a deep clean, you’ll want to clear out all the clutter and junk from your home. This creates a nice blank canvas for buyers. After that, you’ll want to make any repairs you’ve been putting off. Depending on the age and condition of your home, this could mean putting in a little bit of work or a lot. Your real estate agent can help you decide which projects are worth the effort and investment.
Set the Right Price
Pricing is another important part of selling your home. If you set your asking price too high, you could turn away a sizable pool of potential buyers. Instead, you’ll need to be strategic, setting a compelling asking price that elevates buyer interest while not risking lost returns.
Once again, this is where your realtor’s expertise will be critical. Factoring in market trends, buyer behavior, and comparable sales in your community, your real estate agent will help you choose an asking price that maximizes your chances of success.
Keep an Open Calendar
If you’re looking to sell your home fast, you’ll want to make it as easy as possible for someone to buy it. One way to do this is by being as flexible as possible with showings.
Open houses and showings are an important part of selling your home. They allow buyers to form a connection to the property, laying the foundation for a motivated offer.
As the seller, you’ll need to be out of the house for showings, and while it’s not always convenient, the more availability you offer potential buyers, the quicker your home will get sold.
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Don’t Rush the Process
There’s a big difference between trying to cut corners and accomplishing a fast, top-dollar home sale the right way. While it may be tempting to skip over certain steps of the selling process because you’re in a hurry, rushing to the market can actually set you back.
Remember, the easiest way to sell your home as fast as possible is to attract as many quality buyers as possible. The only way to do that is by putting in the work with preparations, pricing, and finding the right Realtor.
Some sellers think that by simply listing their home as-is, they can get it on the market and sell in just a few weeks. In reality, this isn’t the case. Today’s buyers have plenty of selection to choose from and if your home doesn’t meet their standards, they’ll look elsewhere. This could leave your home sitting on the market for weeks or even months without an offer.
On top of prolonging your home sale, taking shortcuts can also leave some serious money on the table.
Selling Your Denver Home? We Can Help
If you’re looking to sell your Denver home as quickly as possible, you’ve come to the right place! Alana Hankins Group has been selling properties across the Denver Metro Area for more than 20 years.
Our innate understanding of Denver buyers, their expectations, and their behaviors allows us to craft a personalized strategy for your home sale – elevating your odds of reaching your goals on your timeline.
On top of managing a smooth and efficient house sale, we’ll also help you get the most money possible. Using our adaptive selling strategies, our team has consistently secured high prices for our sellers, setting records for price-per-square-foot in many Denver Metro Area neighborhoods!
Ready to sell? We’re ready to help! Send me an email at alana.hankins@compass.com or call 303.907.1500 to get in touch!

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