Top 3 Home Selling FAQs for Indianapolis

We have been getting lots of home selling questions from potential sellers lately with Metro Indianapolis still firmly in a Seller's Market. 

If you are planning to sell your home, or just thinking about it, here are the top 3 frequently asked questions along with their answers. 

Can I Use an Online Estimator to Find Out What My Home is Worth?

NO! Everyone has heard of websites such as Zillow and Realtor.com. They are third party websites that aggregate public records and information to assign a value to homes nationally. 

How can companies based in other states like Washington possibly give an accurate value for a home in the Metro Indianapolis area? The answer is they can't. 

Their estimates of value are typically inaccurate (both high and low) and can lead to you making a decision for yourself and/or your family based on sketchy information. This causes unnecessary stress and real frustration! 

To find out the true value of your home, contact an agent in your local area, not an internet website!

Should I Price My Home to Leave Room for Negotiations?

This is a pretty common myth in real estate. 

Many home sellers believe they should price their home $5,000 to $10,000 higher than what their Realtor suggests to leave room to negotiate. This is flawed thinking in today's real estate market. 

We live in a world where information is free flowing on the internet. Buyers today are very well educated, as are their agents. They know when a home is overpriced. Nine times out of ten, they will just mark it off their list and never see it in person. 

When a home is overpriced, it can also languish on the market longer than homes that are priced right for conditions. This causes buyers and agents alike to wonder what's wrong with the property and ultimately, avoid it!

In today's market, sellers who price their homes too high cost themselves more in time and money than if they price it right from the beginning. 

How Do I Prepare My Home for Sale?

Preparing your home is one of the key factors in selling fast and for top dollar! 

Evelo Team agents have tons of experience in our local market and know what current buyers are looking for in a home. They can make suggestions for staging, repairs and general cleaning that will have your home showing at its best! 

You want your home to appeal to the largest segment of buyers for the most exposure. Homes that have been prepared for the local market are the most appealing to buyers. A little preparation can make all the difference in time and money!  

Remember - You Need a Local Team and Agent

You can benefit greatly from the Evelo Team's years of experience and knowledge of the local Metro Indianapolis housing market. This is your home selling journey and we are ready to guide you. Call us today - (317) 863-9011.