Published April 28, 2025

#1 Thing To Consider When Selling in Today's Market

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Written by Jose Medina

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If you're thinking about selling your home this spring, there's one key factor you need to know—something that’s more important now than ever.

Traditionally, there are three key ingredients to a successful home sale:

  1. Marketing & Representation
    This includes the expertise of your real estate agent—how they market your home, negotiate on your behalf, and attract the right buyers. It’s always been an essential part of a successful sale.

  2. Pricing Strategy
    Price your home too high, and buyers may overlook your property. Price it too low, and you risk leaving money on the table. Striking the right balance is critical.

  3. Condition of the Home
    This third factor has become the most influential in determining whether a home gets multiple offers—or struggles to get attention.

What Today’s Buyers Want

Over the past few months, we've observed a clear trend: today's buyers are gravitating toward homes in premium condition and are sometimes willing to pay more for a move-in-ready home.

Why? It could be inflation, the rising cost of renovations, or simply buyer fatigue from homes needing too much work. Whatever the reason, homes that show well, are updated, and cared for are selling fast—and sometimes for more than asking price.

On the other hand, homes that aren’t fully prepped for the market are sitting longer and enduring price reductions.

How to Get Your Home Market-Ready

If you're concerned about the time, effort, or money it might take to get your home in top shape, you're not alone. Many sellers feel the same way—which is why we created a program specifically to help.

Our H.E.L.P. Program, or Home Enhancement Loan Program, assists sellers in making those important upgrades and improvements before listing. We cover the upfront costs, and you pay the loan back at closing—no out-of-pocket expenses needed. It’s designed to help your home stand out and get you top dollar without the stress.

Ready to Talk Strategy?

If you're considering selling your home this spring, let's talk. We’d love to walk you through the current market dynamics, assess your home’s condition, and build a custom strategy to help you succeed.

Let’s make your home the one that stands out—and sells.

 

Jose Medina | Keller Williams Legacy Group Realty

📞 330.417.3144 | Jose@JoseSellsHomes.com

 

 
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