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How to Sell a Beach Home FAST

July 26, 2020 by Karen Baker 1 Comment

With every home sale, the goal is generally to sell your home for top dollar as quickly as possible to make for a fairly painless sale. Long drug out sales can result in flaky buyers, lower than wanted offers, and put a kink in any potential moving plans.

First, and arguably most important, is to make sure your home is priced properly. Pricing your hHow to Sell a Beach Home FAST ome too low can make potential buyers think there is something wrong with the house, that it is too dated, or that it needs more work and repairs than they are willing to invest. By pricing your home too high you could also drive away buyers who think the home is out of their budget, or risk losing the buyer to a different home that is similar and priced properly.

Related: 3 Things to Consider When Buying a Beach Home

We all have an idea of what we want to sell our homes for, how they should look, how to market, etc. however, when it comes to having a successful and quick sale you should always listen to the advice of your listing agent. They know the market and have more experience in understanding what buyers are looking for and thus will be able to play to buyers wants and in turn, sell your home faster.

Home staging may seem pointless to some, however, homes that are staged nearly always sell faster than homes that are not. By staging a home you are showing buyers all of the potential the home has to look “perfect.” Play on the beachy feel and beach decor and tell your stager you want the home to feel airy, bright and beachy, this will help your home feel bigger and more appealing to many buyers who are looking for a beach home.

Related: How to Improve Your Listing Photos

Cosmetic upgrades really do make a difference when it comes to selling a home. From old carpets to outdated hardware, by upgrading some of the cosmetics within a home you are likely to have a better first impression with potential buyers which could result in a faster and more profitable sale.

Related: This One Thing Might Decrease Your Home’s Value

Schedule a home inspection prior to listing your home so that you can be made aware of any repairs that your home may need. If there are any large ticket items, be prepared to either price your home accordingly, or pay to have them fixed prior to listing. Your home inspection is a great way to make sure that your home is market-ready and turn key.

New construction homes are sweeping through America and drawing attention away from older homes. Make sure to highlight the character or any special features of your home that would otherwise not be found in new construction homes. Using these to your advantage will make your home more appealing than the cookie-cutter new homes down the block.

Selling your home doesn’t need to be a stressful experience, use this as a guide to prepare to sell your beach home not only for a great profit, but a fast turn around.

To connect with a listing agent, find more information on a successful home sale, browse homes for sale, or for any questions please feel free to contact my office at any time.

 

Filed Under: Sellers Tagged With: beach house, sellers

11 Easy Beach House Decorating Ideas

May 24, 2018 by admin Leave a Comment

Decorating your beach house shouldn’t be an arduous chore but a fun and uplifting experience. Most people choose to deck out their oceanfront home in natural design and setting but remember, it’s your house, you do what makes you happy and for many, that could mean an eclectic style and creative spirit. Here are some fun and easy beach house decorating ideas.

11 Easy Beach House Decorating Ideas

Open and Airy Porch

If your home allows for it,  deck out that porch with a great seating area, table, and lots of great pillows. If you have a porch you might consider closing it in to still enjoy the porch area on inclement days. 

Water-friendly materials

If you’re right next to the beach or waterway chances are you’re going to bring some of the beach in the house with you. Make it easier by using water-friendly materials. Rattan, wicker, and bamboo pieces give a beach-feel and are easier to dry and keep clean. 

Thinking of selling? Use these staging tips

Blues work

A blue themed home is a natural when talking nautical design. Hues of aqua, blue shutters, and turquoise accent pieces add the beach feel throughout the house. 

Color pops

Accents of other colors really pop as well, especially if they are nautical themes. Color boats or pictures of boats, lighthouses with red accents, add unique charm to your beachfront home.

11 Easy Beach House Decorating Ideas

Pastel and Headboard accents

Nothing screams beach cottage more than pastel trellis headboards and crisp white sheets. The bedrooms are easy places to add all your beach-themed colors and designs. 

Flags

Flags are your friend! There are so many great flags that make amazing decorations. You can frame them, hang them inside or outside, and make major statements with them like using them as a headboard.

White, White, White

White walls, white sheets, white trim and then a splash of colorful Adirondack chairs make a beach statement like no other. 

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Hooks

Hooks are also your friend in your beach home. Think of all the things you want to hang up; towels, hats, jackets, beach bags, sandals and anything that allows for a hook. Trust me, you’ll use them!

11 Easy Beach House Decorating Ideas

Outdoor Cook Space

A beach house is all about bringing the outdoors in and sometimes the indoors, out. Set up an outdoor kitchen area with seating, a place for a fire pit or fireplace, cooktop and tables or counter space to share good times and good food and drinks with friends. 

Make the Most of the View

Do you have a view? Utilize it by opening windows, taking down walls (I know that’s a biggy) and really letting the outside shine in. Create seating spaces in front of tall windows to read and enjoy the view. This may also mean minimizing not-as-exciting views like covering windows that face a busy street or other undesirables and just focusing on the good views.

Room for Company

Having a beach house is also about sharing it with others. Set up a guest space that focuses on the benefits of living by the sea. White shiplap walls, crisp, clean linens, open and airy spaces and a seating area when guests want to just relax in their room and enjoy the space. 

Enjoying your beach house is easy but it can be even easier with a few of these little decorating touches. Still looking for that amazing beach house? Give us a call. Or start your online search here for all North Carolina beach homes. We’d love to help you find your perfect oceanfront property. 

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