Rochester Real Estate | LOCAL Homes For Sale https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com Rochester Real Estate | LOCAL Homes For Sale | Homes for sale in Rochester, NY, LOCAL Rochester real estate listings, market data, REALTOR® info, and high quality content updated every 15 minutes! Wed, 25 Jun 2025 11:50:30 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/cropped-SITE-LOGO-512-x-512-1-32x32.png Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season – Rochester Real Estate | LOCAL Homes For Sale https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com 32 32 June Home Maintenance Checklist: 40+ Must-Do Tasks to Prepare Your Home for Summer https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/june-home-maintenance-checklist-summer-prep/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=20501 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> May Home Maintenance Checklist: 30 Essential Tasks to Prepare Your Home for Summer https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/may-home-maintenance-checklist/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=20484 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> April Home Maintenance Checklist: How To Prepare Your Rochester NY Home For Spring https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/april-home-maintenance-checklist/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=20364 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> March Home Maintenance Checklist: Get Your New York Home Ready for Spring https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/march-home-maintenance-checklist/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=20338 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> How to Buy a House in New York https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/buy-a-house-in-new-york/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19906 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> How to Sell a House in New York https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/sell-a-house-in-new-york/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19905 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Risks of Buying a Non-Warrantable Condo In New York: What You Need to Know https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/non-warrantable-condo/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19796 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Navigating the Numbers: The Pros and Cons of Using Online Home Value Estimators For New York Real Estate https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/pros-cons-online-home-value-estimators/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19794 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> The Role of Location in Home Valuation In New York https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/role-of-location-home-valuation/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19768 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Lowe’s vs U-Haul: A Review of Truck Rental Companies https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/lowes-vs-uhaul/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19758 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Understanding the Importance of a Seller’s Property Condition Disclosure https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/property-condition-disclosure-statement/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19632 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> What are Delayed Showings and Negotiations in Real Estate In New York? https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/delayed-showings-negotiations/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19547 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> 8 Viable Tactics to Selling Your Home and Moving Out of State https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/selling-home-moving-out-of-state/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19542 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Unconventional Methods for Selling a House: Thinking Outside the Box https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/unconventional-methods-for-selling-a-house/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19519 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Should I Sell My House Off Market: Pros and Cons Explained https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/sell-house-off-market/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19503 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> What is PITI and How Does It Affect Your Mortgage https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/what-is-piti/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19498 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> How To Set A Home Renovation Budget https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/home-renovation-budget/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19490 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> How Does A Co-Borrowers Credit Scores Affect A Home Purchase? https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/co-borrower-credit-score/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19474 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> New Construction Final Walk-Through Checklist: Ensuring a Seamless Home Inspection https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/new-construction-final-walk-through/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19458 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Essential Tips for Pumping a Septic Tank: What You Need to Know https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/pumping-a-septic-tank/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19450 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Can You Submit Multiple Offers On Homes At Once – A Legal And Ethical Analysis https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/multiple-offers-on-homes-at-once/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19414 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> How to Get Your Home Photo Ready for Real Estate Listings https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/real-estate-photo-ready/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19409 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> What Does a Home Builder’s Warranty Cover? https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/home-builders-warranty/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19394 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> July 2023 Greater Rochester NY Area Real Estate Market Update https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/july-2023-rochester-ny-real-estate-market-update/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19403 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Who Pays Real Estate Commission When You Buy or Sell a Home https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/real-estate-commission/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19366 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Quitclaim Deeds: What You Need to Know https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/quitclaim-deeds/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19358 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> What to Know About Selling a Home As Is for Cash https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/selling-home-as-is-cash/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19347 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> How to Know if My House Has Paranormal Activity https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/is-my-house-haunted/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19342 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Why Find The History of a House https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/find-history-house/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19316 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> June 2023 Greater Rochester NY Area Real Estate Market Update https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/june-2023-rochester-ny-area-real-estate-market-update/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19313 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> What Does a Real Estate Lawyer Do? https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/real-estate-lawyer/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19181 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> May 2023 Greater Rochester NY Area Real Estate Market Update https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/may-2023-rochester-ny-area-real-estate-market-update/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19162 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> What to Know About Buying a Home For The First Time https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/buying-home-first-time/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=19058 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> <strong>What Should a Buyer Look For at a Home Inspection?</strong> https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/what-look-for-home-inspection/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=18983 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Companies That Buy Houses For Cash Reviewed https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/companies-buy-houses-for-cash/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=18889 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Does Home Staging Work and What is The Cost? https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/does-home-staging-work/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=18814 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> What to Avoid When Getting a Mortgage https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/avoid-when-getting-mortgage/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=18797 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> <strong>5 Options For Replacing a Roof Reviewed</strong> https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/replacing-roof/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=18771 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> What Are Restrictive Covenants in Real Estate? https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/restrictive-covenants/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=18714 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Can The Court Force The Sale of Your House in Divorce? https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/court-force-sale-divorce/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=18693 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Real Estate Agent vs. Broker: What&#8217;s The Difference? https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/real-estate-agent-vs-broker/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=18650 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> How To Determine Square Feet In Your House For More Accurate Property Estimates https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/determine-square-feet/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=18167 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> 3 Things That Often Results in a Real Estate Agent Getting Sued https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/real-estate-agent-sued/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=18133 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> The Top 5 Types Of Home Inspections Buyers Should Consider https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/5-types-home-inspections/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=18119 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> The Pros And Cons Of Rent To Own Homes: What You Need To Know https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/pros-cons-rent-own-homes/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=18104 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> 5 Smart Things To Do Before Moving That Will Help Ease Your Transition https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/things-before-moving/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=18084 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> How to Become a Real Estate Agent https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/become-real-estate-agent/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=18071 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Renting A House Or An Apartment: Which Is The Better Option https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/renting-house-apartment/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=17871 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> The 5 Most Important Factors To Consider When Buying A House https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/5-factors-buying-house/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=17851 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> What Buyers And Sellers Need To Know About An Appraisal Gap https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/appraisal-gap/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=17827 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Pros And Cons Of Renting With Roommates – What You Need To Know https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/renting-with-roommates/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=17794 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> 6 Things You Should Know About Buying Land https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/things-know-buying-land/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=17773 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> How Long Should Home Sellers Wait To Respond To An Offer On Their Home? https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/home-sellers-wait-respond-offer/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=17745 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> How To Buy A House With A Low Credit Score https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/how-to-buy-a-house-with-a-low-credit-score/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=16819 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Things To Consider When Shipping A Car https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/things-to-consider-when-shipping-a-car/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=16248 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Home Depot Truck Rentals: What to Know Including Pricing https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/home-depot-truck-rentals-what-to-know-including-pricing/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=16156 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> The Biggest Home Inspection Mistakes to Avoid https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/biggest-home-inspection-mistakes-to-avoid/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=16112 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> How Your Credit Score Impacts Your Ability To Buy A House https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/how-credit-score-impacts-buying-house/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=16086 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Top Winter Home Selling Mistakes | 7 Errors Made While Selling A House During The Winter https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/top-winter-home-selling-mistakes/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=16051 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Top Winter Home Buying Mistakes | 11 Errors Made While Buying A House During The Winter https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/winter-home-buying-mistakes/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=16013 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> What Address Change Form Should I Use At The Post Office? https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/address-change-form-post-office/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=15981 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> What Does Contingent Status Mean in Real Estate? https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/what-does-contingent-status-mean-real-estate/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=15956 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> DIY Renovation Ideas For Your Backyard https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/diy-renovation-ideas-backyard/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=15937 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> How to Rent Your First Apartment Guide https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/how-to-rent-an-apartment/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=15931 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> The Complete Winter Storage Checklist For Your Belongings https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/winter-storage-checklist/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=15885 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Should I Waive My Home Inspection When Buying A House? https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/should-i-waive-my-home-inspection/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=15870 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> The Biggest Self Storage Companies Reviewed https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/biggest-self-storage-companies/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=15836 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Earnest Money and House Deposits Explained https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/earnest-money-house-deposits-explained/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=15760 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Moving Mistakes To Avoid https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/moving-mistakes-to-avoid/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=15568 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Top Mortgage Myths | Demystifying Common Home Loan Misconceptions https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/top-mortgage-myths/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=15102 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> First-Time Home Buyer Mistakes to Avoid https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/first-time-home-buyer-mistakes/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=14815 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> 10 Tips For Adding Appeal To Your Home This Summer https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/10-tips-adding-appeal-to-home-this-summer/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=14237 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> First Time Home Buyer Programs In Rochester NY &#8211; Updated January 2025 https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/first-time-home-buyer-programs/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock http://rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=580 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> How New Doors &#038; Windows Can Boost Your Home Value https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/how-new-doors-windows-boost-your-home-value/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=13643 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Top 5 Things To Know When Flipping Your First House https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/5-things-to-know-when-flipping-your-first-house/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=13574 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> What Are The Best Mortgage Options for Self Employed Borrowers? https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/mortgage-options-for-self-employed-borrowers/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=13450 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Top 10 Best Places To See Christmas Lights In Rochester NY https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/top-10-best-places-see-christmas-lights-rochester-ny/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=10236 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> What Are The PROs And CONs Of Multifamily Homes? https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/what-are-the-pros-and-cons-of-multifamily-homes/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=13219 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> What Low-Cost Home Improvements Should You Make Before Selling Your Home? https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/low-cost-home-improvements-you-should-make-before-selling-your-home/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=13114 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> 15 Things Millennial Home Buyers Look At While Buying A House https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/15-things-millennial-home-buyers-look-at-while-buying-a-house/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=13028 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> 5 Simple &#038; Low Cost Fixes To Make Your Home More Appealing To Buyers https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/5-simple-and-low-cost-fixes-to-make-your-home-more-appealing-to-buyers/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=12779 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> How To Improve A Homes Curb Appeal In Rochester NY https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/how-to-improve-a-homes-curb-appeal-rochester-ny/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=12665 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> 7 Ways to Create an Energy-Efficient Home While Conserving Your Budget https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/7-ways-create-an-energy-efficient-home/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=12633 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Hiring Movers Vs. Moving Yourself | The PROs &#038; CONs Of Each https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/hiring-movers-vs-moving-yourself/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=12592 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Should You Pay Off Student Loans Before Purchasing a Home? https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/pay-off-student-loans-before-purchasing-a-home/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=12531 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Should I Build A New Home Or Buy An Existing Home? https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/should-i-build-a-new-home-or-buy-an-existing-home/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=2497 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> Buying A Condo Vs. Renting A Condo | What Are The PROs &#038; CONs? https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/buying-a-condo-vs-renting-a-condo/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=12402 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> 9 Money Saving Moving Tips | How To Cut Costs When Moving https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/9-money-saving-moving-tips/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=12341 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> 5 Tips For Tenant Screening | How To Weed Out Bad Tenant Applicants https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/tips-for-tenant-screening/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=12291 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> The Best Social Media Blogs For Real Estate From 2017 https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/best-social-media-blogs-2017/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=12045 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> The Best Home Improvement Blogs From 2017 | Advice For Home Remodeling https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/best-home-improvement-blogs-2017/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=12044 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]> The Best Mortgage Blogs From 2017 | Advice For Home Financing https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/best-mortgage-blogs-2017/ Thu, 07 Sep 2017 06:00:07 +0000 Kyle Hiscock https://www.rochesterrealestateblog.com/?p=12043 How To Sell A Home During The Fall [caption id="attachment_3061" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]How To Sell A Home During The Fall How To Sell A Home During The Fall[/caption] As fall quickly approaches, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they should sell their home now or wait until spring.  Wondering what the answer to this question is? The answer is...well it depends.  Just because the summer has officially ended doesn't meant that homes are not going to be sold for the remainder of the year.  Real estate is being sold 365 days a year, period. The fall season can actually be a great time to be selling a home.  There are many pros to selling a home in the fall, but certainly some cons as well. If you decide that you want to sell your home during the fall, it's important that you understand what it takes to get it done.  Below you will find some of the best tips on selling a home during the fall.

Fall Home Selling Tip #1: Analyze The Market & Price Your Home Right

It's important that if you decide to sell your home in the fall, you first analyze the current state of your local real estate market.  While you may not know how to do this, if you reach out to an experienced real estate agent, they should be able to help you with this.  There are many things you should analyze about your market. First and foremost, understanding the type of market your area is experiencing is important.  Is your local real estate market in the midst of a sellers market, a buyers market, or a balanced market? What is the easiest way to define what a sellers market is, what a buyers market is, and what a balanced market is?
  • Sellers market - A sellers market exists when there is a large number of ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market to purchase a home but there is a shortage in the supply of homes for sale.  Buying a home in a sellers market often results in a buyer paying market value or above market value.
  • Buyers market - A buyers market exists when there are more homes available for sale than there are ready, willing, and able home buyers in the market.  Selling a home in a buyers market often results in a buyer being able to purchase a home for market value or less than market value.
  • Balanced market - A balanced market exists when there are a similar number of homes for sale in relation to the number of ready, willing, and able home buyers.  Balanced markets often result in a homes sale price being relatively close the market value.
It's important to know what type of market your area is experiencing and price your home accordingly.  Since every real estate market is different, consult with a local experienced real estate agent to find out what type of market your area traditionally experiences during the fall season. For example, the Brighton, NY real estate market traditionally experiences a balanced market during the fall season, however, the current inventory level of Brighton, NY homes for sale would indicate a sellers market.

Fall Home Selling Tip #2: Perform Applicable Inspections & Cleanings

[caption id="attachment_3064" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall - Perform Applicable Inspections Prior To Selling[/caption] There are specific maintenance tasks that homeowners should take throughout the year.  If you're planning on selling your home in the fall, there are a few inspections and cleanings that you should tackle, prior to listing your home for sale. One of the most important components in your home is the HVAC system.  It's recommended by heating and cooling professionals that you have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned yearly.  Since a furnace is not run very often throughout the summer months and is run often during the winter months, depending on where you reside, the fall is a great time to have your HVAC system inspected and cleaned. One of the most common problems resulting from home inspections relates to a homes furnace.  At the very least, it's very common for a buyer to ask a seller to have the furnace inspected and cleaned prior to closing.  Having your furnace inspected and cleaned by a HVAC specialist prior to selling your home can be beneficial as you can provide the receipt as proof it has already been completed! Another important inspection and cleaning that should be done if you're selling your home in the fall is in regards to the chimney.  If your home has a wood burning fireplace, it's recommended you have it inspected and swept yearly.  Similar to a furnace, since the fireplace is rarely used in the summer months and frequently during the winter, the best time to have it inspected and swept is the fall.  Again, this inspection should be done by a professional chimney company.

Fall Home Selling Tip #3: Decorate & Embrace The Fall Season

Interior decorating and staging can be a huge help in expediting the sale of a home.  It is also important to understand that decorating and staging is not the primary reason a home sells, that normally relates to the price. If you decide to sell your home during the fall, there are many decorating tips, staging tips, and ways to embrace the fall season.  During the fall season you have some very popular holidays such as Halloween and Thanksgiving.  Don't hesitate on getting your home decorated for the upcoming holiday as it can help a potential home buyer envision themselves in your home during these holidays. While it's a great idea to decorate and embrace the fall season, don't go overboard.  It's not a good idea to decorate your home with gory Halloween decorations and props.  The last thing you want is for a potential buyer to walk in your front door to be greeted by a bloody skull hanging from your entryway ceiling fan.  Be tactful with your decorating and try to appeal to the masses!

Fall Home Selling Tip #4: Clean Up The Exterior

[caption id="attachment_3066" align="aligncenter" width="450" class=" "]Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall Clean Up The Exterior When Selling A Home In The Fall[/caption] One feature that today's home buyers want when buying a home is a nice outdoor space.  One of the biggest mistakes that sellers make when selling their home in the fall is they neglect the exterior of their home.  Another very important tip for selling a home during the fall is to ensure that you clean up the exterior of your home. The number one place where homeowners who are selling their home in the fall drop the ball is forgetting to clean up their yard.  There are some "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall.  Some of the most important fall "clean up" tasks that should be completed when selling a home during the fall include;
  • Raking leaves
  • Remove loose sticks
  • Weed flower beds
  • Trimming flowers, bushes, and shrubs
  • Aerate the lawn
Another exterior clean up task that is extremely important but often overlooked by homeowners is the cleaning of their gutters.  Before selling your home in the fall, make sure you have your gutters cleaned.  The reasons it's so important to have your gutters cleaned is because clean gutters can help prevent ice damming and the damage that results from it.

Fall Home Selling Tip #5: Prepare Your Home For Showings

It's important to know how to properly prepare your home for showings, whether you're selling your home in the spring or the fall.  If you decide to sell your home in the fall, there are certain things that you can do in addition to the normal preparation tasks such as de-cluttering. One of the best ways to prepare your home for showings when selling in the fall is to ensure your home smells good.  One of the most common reasons a potential buyer is scared away from a home is because there are foul odors.  A popular way to make your home smell good is by baking a cake or pie.  Since you're selling your home in the fall, consider baking an apple or pumpkin pie.  Other popular ways to make your home smell good while selling it in the fall include;
  • Brewing a fresh pot of pumpkin coffee
  • Boiling cinnamon sticks
  • Burn fall scented candles
Another important tip to prepare your home for showings during the fall seasons is to make sure you turn on all the lights in your home.  Since the number of daylight hours in the fall decreases, it's more likely your home will be shown when it is dark outside.  Having all of the lights on in your home for showings will help make your home appear larger.  If you don't turn all of the lights on, your home may appear dark, small, and uninviting!

Final Thoughts

Selling a home in the fall can be a great time to sell a home, if the proper steps are taken.  The reality is that selling a home in the fall is not for everyone however.  The above tips for selling a home in the fall can help expedite the sale of your home and also maximize the sale price! If you're thinking of selling your home in the fall, make sure when interviewing prospective real estate agents to sell your home, you ask the proper questions.  Make sure the real estate agent has experience in selling homes during the fall (and winter) seasons.  Ask prospective real estate agents if they are able to assist you with staging ideas or if they have any special marketing tactics they will use.

Other Top Resources For Selling A Home In The Fall

Are you thinking of selling your Rochester, NY in the fall?  The fall season is one of the best times to sell a Rochester, NY home.  The foliage in Western New York can be breathtaking and a great way to showcase the uniqueness of your home.  If you haven't hired a top producing Rochester, NY real estate agent yet, contact me, and I'd be happy to discuss the Rochester, NY fall real estate market history and the current state of the local market!
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About the authors:  The above article "Top 5 Tips For Selling A Home In The Fall Season" was provided by Kyle Hiscock of the Hiscock Sold Team at RE/MAX Realty Group.  With over 35 years combined experience, if you’re thinking of selling or buying, we’d love to share our knowledge and expertise. We service the following Greater Rochester NY areas: Irondequoit, Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Fairport, Brighton, Greece, Gates, Hilton, Brockport, Mendon, Henrietta, Perinton, Churchville, Scottsville, East Rochester, Rush, Honeoye Falls, Chili, and Victor NY.]]>