What a Little Home Prep Can Do Before You Sell

One of the most common questions we hear from homeowners is:

“Should I do anything to my home before putting it on the market?”

Our answer is simple: a home can sell in almost any condition if it’s priced right.

But most homeowners don’t just want to sell—they want to sell for the highest possible price and in the shortest amount of time.

That’s where home preparation and staging can make a significant difference.

Homes That Are Prepared Well Often Sell for More

When a home is clean, decluttered, updated, and properly staged, buyers are able to focus on the home itself rather than the work they think they’ll need to do.

This often leads to:

• More buyer interest
• Stronger offers
• Better terms
• Faster sales

In fact, two out of three sellers choose to make repairs or improvements before listing their home.

National data also suggests that staging can add substantial value to the final sale price.

A Recent Client Success Story

We recently helped a homeowner who had lived in his home for decades and felt overwhelmed by the idea of getting it ready to sell.

There had been very little updating or maintenance over time, so we created a plan that included:

• Fresh paint
• New carpet
• Decluttering
• Moving out
• Deep cleaning

Our team coordinated everything, including contractors, project management, packing, and moving, so the seller had very little to do.

Once the home was ready, we priced it competitively.

The result? Multiple offers within just a few days.

The seller accepted a quick-closing cash offer with no contingencies and was beyond amazed by the outcome (and bonus, the buyer was from our open house).

The money he invested in paint and carpet returned approximately three times what he spent.

You Don’t Have to Do It Alone

Preparing a home for sale can feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve lived there for many years.

That’s why the Sandy Erickson Real Estate Team helps coordinate the entire process—from deciding what improvements are worth making to managing contractors, decluttering, packing, and moving.

Our goal is to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible while helping you maximize your results.

Wondering What Your Home Needs?

Every home is different.

Some properties need very little preparation, while others can benefit greatly from a few strategic updates.

The key is knowing what’s worth doing and what isn’t.

If you're thinking about selling in the Twin Cities area, we’d be happy to create a personalized Home Move Plan that outlines the best steps to prepare your home and achieve top dollar.

Reach out to the Sandy Erickson Real Estate Team to schedule a consultation!