Pricing, preparation & timing tips for maximizing your sale

With prices high and inventory tight, many Delco homeowners are asking:

📌 Should I sell now or wait?
📌 How do I price my home correctly?
📌 What fixes or upgrades are worth doing before listing?

Let’s simplify it.

📌 How to Price Your Home Right

Pricing depends on:

  • Recent comparable sales
  • Local demand
  • Condition
  • School district
  • Days-on-market trends
  • Competition in your neighborhood

Overpricing → fewer showings & price drops
Underpricing → leaving money on the table

Correct pricing should attract multiple interested buyers, not just one.

📌 What Prep Gives the Biggest Return

Before going on the market, consider:

  • Fresh paint (neutral)
  • Deep cleaning
  • Carpet replacement or floor refinishing
  • Exterior power wash / curb appeal touch-ups
  • Decluttering spaces & surfaces
  • Staging key rooms

You don’t have to renovate — just present the home in its best light.

📌 Should You Sell Now or Wait?

Sell now if:

  • You want to take advantage of high demand in your area
  • You’re moving anyway due to life changes
  • Your home is already updated or move-in ready

Wait if:

  • You’re not emotionally ready
  • You need time to make repairs
  • You’re still building equity after a recent purchase

Either way, timing shouldn’t be rushed — strategy matters most.

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