Have you tried to sell your house in Los Angeles without any luck? Did you previously have expectations to get the price that the newly remodeled houes down the street got? When pricing your Los Angeles houes to sell on your desired timeline, you identify whether your house is recently upgraded and extended, well maintained, or an old house that has not been maintained. Not every property is cut out for an MLS listing. If you have had your property listed in the past, but are ready to sell your house in Los Angeles once and for all, here is a look at a few things that may be keeping your house from selling and what you can do about it.
The House Needs Work… Old House
While some people love a good DIY, others simply want a home that they can move into right away. Many people don’t want to spend a bunch of money to buy a a house in California, only to have to do a bunch of expensive work to make the house livable. That’s not only money, but also time in a city where people are generally very busy.
Plus, houses that need work don’t always look great when viewed in pictures by potential buyers, and as they say… a picture is worth a thousand words. Ads with unappealing pictures are often scrolled over. If you wish to sell your house in the traditional way, you’ll need to spend some time and money to ensure it is competitive with other properties listed on the MLS.
You Are Not Pricing the Property Correctly
Nothing turns people away faster than a house that is overpriced. Over the past few months, many sellers have tried to cash in on higher prices, however, just because you list for a certain price, doesn’t mean you will get it. It’s important to know what properties are actually selling for… not what they are listed for.
Home buyers are more sophisticated now. They know to ask for a price reduction or buyer when they spot an old roof, non-copper plumbing, slow running sewerline, or generally, a very old dingy house.
Make sure you base your price on recent sales, not an online estimate. There is also the rare instance that you are pricing the house too low – leading buyers to believe that there is something wrong with the property.
There Isn’t a Demand for Houses Like Yours
Maybe your house is in an odd location, has odd features, or isn’t appealing to your average buyer. Maybe, your Los Angeles house is in such bad condition or had major damage due to fire or storm that it is considered a teardown– worse than a fixer. In these cases, your traditional buyer who wants a home to live in will steer clear due to the $200k to $500k construction budget necessary to resurrect or erect a habitable house or rental property.
At Fair Sale Homes, we can make you an offer for your property no matter what it looks like or where it’s located. You won’t have to feel stuck with your old, rundown home simply because you haven’t been able to find a buyer in the traditional way. Our offer process is fair and personal – you won’t receive a blanket offer, or a low-ball offer when working with our team.
Your House is Cluttered and Full of Stuff
This is a common occurrence for California homeowners who have an inherited home, a childhood home, or have lived in the home for any length of time. Because many MLS listings have a lot of houses that are staged with professional photographs, photos with a lot of clutter will not attract buyers. And if you try to show your house with lots of stuff everywhere, potential buyers may feel as if they are intruding, making them want to leave as quickly as possible. This isn’t the impression that you want to make during a property showing, so consider decluttering.
Decluttering is a key part of preparing your home to sell, and can help it look larger and more appealing to buyers. It can also help buyers imagine themselves living in your home, and give them confidence that it’s well-maintained. According to one survey, decluttering and deep cleaning can increase your home’s resale value by almost $4,000.
If you want to sell your house the traditional way, take some time to clean up, pack up, and put all of your personal items away!
What You Can Do Instead
There are many things that may be keeping your house from selling in Los Angeles. If you are interested in a fair, straightforward, and honest offer for your property as-is, we would love to talk to you! Our team will pay you a great price for your unwanted home no matter the condition or situation. Plus, you won’t need to spend any time or money cleaning up. We don’t care if the house is messy or if it needs work, we simply want to help distressed homeowners with a fair solution for their unwanted property.
To learn more and to get your Los Angeles house sold once and for all, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. There is never any cost, hassle, or obligation. Call today! (626) 863-7006