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South Florida Home Seller Guide

Selling a home can be stressful and time-consuming, but it doesn't have to be. As the housing market continues to rebound, experts are encouraging homeowners who would like to sell their homes now to consider preparing for their sale early. The goal is not only to provide you with some tips on how to prepare your home for sale in order to make the process smoother, but also offer an informative guide that will help you through each step of selling your property. 

1. Consider the timing of your home sale - when do you want to move and what are the best seasons for selling a house in your area?

In this, consider whether you want to relocate quickly or take your time. If you want to move quickly, boost your chances of selling by getting the most attractive price and anticipating where demand will be in future.

If you need more time to save for a new home but still have an important deadline for selling your property, you may want to consider lowering your price and accepting a lower profit in the short term.

If you need more time to find another home, then be honest with potential buyers by telling them how long you have left at the property.

2. Prepare your home for showing by decluttering, making repairs or improvements, and updating furnishings and decor

Get your property ready for showing. This means cleaning up clutter and making any repairs or improvements that are needed. It can also mean updating furnishings and decor so your house will be more attractive to potential buyers. To give yourself plenty of time to complete necessary repairs, try to begin this process several weeks in advance.

3. Choose an agent who will make a good impression on prospective buyers

The agent you choose should be prepared to show your home quickly, and who can effectively market the property. They will need knowledge of the local real estate market in order to let potential buyers know what similar homes have sold for in recent months.

4. Price your property competitively 

Yes, pricing your property is key ! That is what we do here at List-A-House®. We sell Real Estate! To start, we do a CMA (Comparable Market Analysis) of your property to determine the highest price possible. We meet, we talk, we sell. It is that easy. 

Stress free is our motto. We make it as easy as possible for you so you don't stress and you may concentrate on the purchase of your next home or move. 

5. Get ready for open houses with advanced preparation such as scheduling showings, setting up brochures, and preparing food ahead of time

It can be a good idea to make any necessary repairs or improvements before the event. That will help to attract potential buyers who are looking for a better deal than what was previously available. If you don't make any improvements, you may be at a disadvantage if another sale has recently been completed.

6. Find out how much you can expect from a sale by doing research online or consulting with an agent

If you're not sure what to expect from a sale, ask your real estate agent for research on how much the average home in your area sells for.

7. After the sale procedures

Once the sale has gone through, finalize any remaining items like canceling utilities or returning rental equipment

Conclusion

Whether you're looking to sell your home or not, it's important to know the timing of when is best for selling a house in your area. What are some tips that will help make your home more appealing? How do you find an agent who will represent you well and get potential buyers interested? These six steps should help you prepare for success with our expert guidance on how to successfully sell a home!

$325,000
2 Beds 1 Baths Lewis Island Sec 1 SubDv.
ADORABLE AND AFFORDABLE POOL HOME CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN!!! This home has been fully updated and boasts easy to clean vinyl flooring throughout; high vaulted ceilings; plantation shutters; new frosted glass doors throughout; plantation style closet doors; a separate laundry room; a fully update kitchen featuring well appointed STAINLESS STEEL appliances, QUARTZ counter tops, cabinets with SOFT-CLOSE drawers, and beautiful herringbone design backsplash tile; and a fully update bathroom with a glass enclosed walk-in shower and beautiful tile inlays. Attention to detail and pride in ownership is evident through out, making this home exceptionally desirable. The enclosed Florida room adds an additional 300 square feet of heated space and features lots of windows, bringing in tons of light and overlooking the pool and outdoor entertaining spaces. The home sits on a large lot, allowing for a beautifully manicured front yard, lush landscaping, and a large back yard that resembles a secluded and private TROPICAL OASIS with a heated salt water pool; plenty of nooks and crannies to lounge around in; and a separate area with a fire pit. This home is truly designed for outdoor living, making it perfect for weekend barbecues, amazing pool parties, and great entertaining with family and friends. Additional features include pavers leading from the front of the house and driveway through to the back yard and a RECYCLED water irrigation system. Your new home is located less than 4 miles from the very desirable and thriving DOWNTOWN ST. PETERSBURG and the large assortment of shops, galleries, museums, and its vibrant nightlife. The world-famous Dali Museum, University of South Florida, Tropicana Stadium, the St. Pete Yacht Club, and the new pier are just a few of the many destinations the downtown area has to offer. If you want something more relaxing, just stroll, ride your bike, or launch your kayak from "Coquina Key Park", located just a few blocks away, right on Tampa bay. This home is TURN KEY and move in ready!!! Don't miss this opportunity to make this home your perfect seasonal winter wonderland or a year-round vacation in Paradise. There’s nothing else like this available NEAR DOWNTOWN at this price and it will not last long.

4261 Porpoise Drive Se, St Petersburg

$550,000
3 Beds 2 Baths Oldsmar Rev Map SubDv.
GREAT LOCATION! 3 BEDROOM/2 BATH/1 CAR GARAGE ON A LARGE CORNER LOT. .25 ACRES OF LAND. RIGHT ACROSS THE STREET FROM R.E. OLDS PARK WITH SCENIC WATER VIEWS, A FISHING PIER, PLAYGROUNDS, VOLLEYBALL COURT, PICNIC SHELTERS, AN OPEN-AIR AMPHITHEATER, WALKING TRAILS, AND A DOG AREA. THIS HOME IS WITH A GREAT LAYOUT WITH A SPLIT BEDROOM PLAN AND GOOD SIZE BEDROOMS. MASTER BEDROOM HAS A PATIO RIGHT OUTSIDE THE SLIDING GLASS DOORS, A WALK-IN CLOSET, EN SUITE BATH WITH STEP IN SHOWER AND THE OTHER BATHROOM IS WITH A TUB AND A SHOWER. EASY CARE TILE FLOORS THROUGHOUT. THE TWO SLIDERS LEADING OUT TO THE TWO PATIOS ARE NEWER DOUBLE PANE. ROOF NEW 2016. NO HOA OR DEED RESTRICTIONS TO HINDER YOUR LIFESTYLE. BRING YOUR GOLF CART, BOAT, AND RV! COULD USE A LITTLE TLC AND IS READY FOR YOUR PERSONAL TOUCH. GREAT CENTRAL LOCATION WITH EASY ACCESS TO TAMPA AND ST PETERSBURG. R.E. OLDS PARK HAS NUMEROUS EVENTS AND CONCERTS EACH YEAR INCLUDING OLDSMAR DAYS AND NIGHTS, EASTER EGG HUNT, CELEBRATE OLDSMAR, HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL, AND CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND. NEARBY VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK & MUSEUM WITH BOCCE COURT, FITNESS EQUIPMENT, TRAILS, A GAZEBO, PICNIC TABLES, AND PET FRIENDLY. 2 MILES TO MOBBLY BEACH PARK WITH A DOG RUN, FITNESS EQUIPMENT, BOAT RAMP, KAYAK LAUNCH, PICNIC SHELTERS. 1 MILE TO EMPOWER ADVENTURES FOR ZIP LINE OR PADDLE BOARD ADVENTURES. 1 MILE TO THE OLDSMAR HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM, 1 MILE TO THE OLDSMAR ORGANIC COMMUNITY GARDEN. LOTS OF NEARBY SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS, BARS, AND ENTERTAINMENT. 12 MILES/20 MINUTES TO TAMPA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT. 10 MILES/18 MINUTES TO HONEYMOON ISLAND BEACH. OLDSMAR IS ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO LIVE IN FLORIDA WITH LOTS OF EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES. **PACKAGE DEAL – SEE U8219911 - 613 CHESTNUT ST: NEIGHBORING HOUSE RIGHT BEHIND THIS PROPERTY AND MLS # U8220664 – 704 LEMONWOOD DR IN HARBOR PALMS. OWNER IS SELLING ALL 3 OLDSMAR PROPERTIES**MAKE AN OFFER!**

204 Shore Drive W, Oldsmar

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