Tips For Getting Your Atlanta Home Sold

Just about every Atlanta homeowner knows that it's a buyers market and that selling your home right now can be difficult, but not impossible. You’re competing with other homes for sale in Atlanta and the key to success boils down to the preparation involved before your Realtor starts showing it.


Spruce up the Exterior

The first thing that potential buyers will see when they drive up to your home is the condition of the exterior. First impressions count and you want to grab the attention of the prospective homebuyer immediately. If you haven't painted your home in more than five years, you should make painting your first home-improvement priority. Paint is very inexpensive and can go a long way with helping a potential buyer to envision living in your home.

Besides painting the exterior of your home you should also paint your front door a bright, bold color which will make the door “pop” and help your home to stand out from the other homes on your block.

Another part of sprucing up the exterior of your home is improving the landscaping, this step doesn't have to be complicated or expensive, improving the landscaping around your home can be as simple as mowing your lawn, weeding your garden and cutting back any overgrown bushes, trees or shrubbery.
While you're improving the landscaping around your home you should also make an effort to clean the outside of your home's windows so they appear neat and clean from the inside.


Make Those Repairs

One of the most important parts of getting your home ready to sell is making repairs and fixing things that are broken or need replacing. You should devote one weekend to home repair and start out by walking around your home inside and outside to examine doors, windows, locks, light bulbs, light switches and make a list of anything that is broken or needs to be replaced. Once you have your list go to your local hardware store and purchase all the supplies that you need to get your home back in shape.


Deep Cleaning

A clean home is one of the best ways to make a great first impression on a potential home buyer and before you start showing your home you should make the effort to clean it thoroughly from top to bottom. This includes scrubbing all floors, washing windows and shampooing all carpets. You should also paint interior walls that need to be painted and replace any broken baseboards or floorboards that look bad.


Stage Your Home

Last of all, but most important, one of the best ways to impress potential homebuyers is to stage your Atlanta home so that that homebuyer can see themselves living there. When your home is all nice and clean you should go through your home room by room and remove any excess furniture or accessories which can make a room seem too cluttered. A room with less furniture will seem bigger and make the house feel more spacious overall, even if it's a smaller home.

3 Considerations in Buying the Perfect Home for You

There are a number of factors that should be taken into consideration before purchasing one of the many homes for sale in Marietta.

As you begin your house search, it is critical to think through a real estate purchase and consider all aspects of the investment before surging full steam ahead.

With that said, there are a number of factors you should consider when purchasing any home to ensure the property is right for you:

Think with your head and not your heart

Many home buyers make the mistake of falling in love with a home without considering all the practicalities that may come along with the purchase.

Is the home realistically within your budget, or would you be stretching it to make your monthly mortgage payments? Does the home need repairs or updates, and are you financially prepared to address them?

You may love the idea of a certain house, but it is important to think rationally. A good way to make sure you are making the right financial decision is to write down the positive and negative aspects of the home. By carefully analyzing the pros and cons, you can be sure you are prepared to financially handle the home.

Scrutinize the space and size

Whether you're searching for a luxury Atlanta home or a first time fixer upper, think in terms of layout and size. If the home has enough space and enough bedrooms to suit your needs, then it will probably be a smart buy. However, a home that doesn’t meet your space requirements will likely cost you much, much more in the long run.

In addition, call in an experienced contractor to determine how much it will cost you to get the house in the desired condition. This way, you can be sure the cost of the home and the cost of the repairs don’t exceed your budget.

Location should be your primary goal

Always remember that you can change a lot of things about a home, but the location isn’t one of them. Location is, by far, one of the most important factors to consider when purchasing a home. Take the time to research different areas to determine where you want to live, and the research will pay off tenfold.

Just Listed - Luxury Home in Cobb County

Tina Fountain Realtors recently listed a luxury home for sale located in Marietta. 2252 Salient Road features four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and one half bathroom. The large, private estate lot has been professionally landscaped to perfection. A heated pool and covered patio complete the oasis style backyard perfect for entertaining.

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Tina Fountain Realtors recently listed a home for sale in East Cobb located in the East Park Franklin Ridge Subdivision. 1325 Baileys Corner features five bedrooms (two master suites), four bathrooms, and one half bathroom. A second kitchen and plenty of storage space is located on the finished terrace level. Upgrades and luxury details can be seen throughout the floor plan along with other perks of being a Williamscraft built home.

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Home Just Listed - Walton High School District!

Tina Fountain Realtors recently listed a home located in the award winning Walton High School District! Competitively priced, 3599 Meadow Chase Drive features 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms throughout the versatile floor plan. The Meadow Chase subdivision is within walking distance to schools and boasts lush swimming pools, sidewalks, and tennis. The home has been kept up to date with designer finishes throughout. The sprawling sunroom looks over the private, level backyard and is large enough to enjoy with guests. The current asking price of the property is $369,500.

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960 Ector Chase - Cobb County Luxury Home For Sale

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Just Listed - Atlanta Country Club

The Luxury Homes Division of Tina Fountain Realtors recently listed a brick estate located in the renowned Atlanta Country Club community. Homes for sale in Atlanta Country Club are highly desired due to the award winning school districts, convenience to downtown Atlanta, and world class shopping/dining. Situated on a private wooded lot, 600 Willow Knoll Drive has everything to offer ranging from hardwood floors to a finished terrace level. To enjoy the large lot is a screened in porch and over sized deck located on the rear of the home. Don't miss out on this excellent opportunity to live in the prestigious Atlanta Country Club!

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