Tips To Shorten Days on Market for Sellers
Days on Market (DOM) is an important term when it comes to selling a home. DOM is defined as the number of days a home has been listed for sale basically the time from the date a home is listed for sale to the date it closed.
The lower DOM the better the housing market in that certain area. The longer a home stays up for sale, the more detrimental it can be for the listing. Higher days on market can raise a red flag to buyers who will question why it hasn’t sold yet. Here are some tips to follow to help ensure a fast sale of your home.
Understand your local housing market
Today’s market in almost every location across the country is a seller’s market. It comes as no surprise that there are more buyers than sellers with such low inventory in today’s housing market. When it is a seller’s market, homes stay on the market for a shorter period than if it is a buyer’s market. This can vary from the location in the country and even by neighborhood. Get to know your local housing market to get a better understanding of buyer demand for your house.
Check your price
Listing for the right price can be very important to your listing. If you price your home out of the local market you can potentially cause a high DOM and make it harder to sell your home. The goal is to list your home for a price that reflects an accurate and realistic value of your home. A smart move is to list your home with a licensed agent who knows the local market.
Prep your home
Staging your home is a must. You want your home to look move-in ready for buyers. A staged home will appeal more to a buyer than a home that is not staged. It is very important this day in age because many buyers are viewing your home online. Small things you can do such as a fresh coat of paint or decluttering.
Remember listing your home with a Realtor can be a smart move. A local Realtor knows the current and local market so they can help you along the way.
