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3 Steps to Take When Getting Ready to Sell

Jill Stoltzfoos • December 5, 2022

Tips for a Successful Sale!

Tips for Sellers from Realtor Jill Stoltzfoos

While this is a Seller's market, you might be surprised to know there is a lot more that goes into putting a house on the market besides putting a sign in the yard. Here are a few of the steps I take to ensure my clients are getting the best offer possible for their house. 


  • A whole house walk through and punch list is created. When you live in your home you don't always see the little dings and minor repairs needed that can help make your home shine. Let's address them now so they aren't a distraction to buyers.


  • Staging with your own furniture or have my stager bring in some items to showcase the space. We want buyers to see themselves in the house and not see how you live in it. I offer time with a stager as part of my marketing plan.


  • Professional photos are a must. This will help to showcase your home's highlight reel and buyers can get a sneak peak to see if the space and finishes will work for them. No iphone photos with the toilet seat up or the local news showing on the tv to distract a buyer. Let's leave this to my professional photographer.


There is more to it than these three steps but then again, I do much of this in the background so my clients can focus on their next steps and upcoming move. 


Let me know how I can best help you!


Lancaster County Housing Stats


  • Lancaster home median list price is $300.5K
  • National median home price rose to $454,900 which is a new high
  • The supply of houses remains less than buyer demand which means we remain in a Sellers market.


Whats happening in your neighborhood? Just ask me! Jill@KingswayRealty.com

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Whether you're buying, selling or downsizing, thanks for stopping by! I'm Jill and I've been a Realtor® for over a decade. It's my passion to help families find their forever home. I also enjoy helping seniors in the downsizing process. I believe that a home is more than a place to live. It is your dwelling place, a retreat, a place to relax and make memories! If you're ready to list your home or start the home search process, contact me today. 
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