Sometimes families and individuals will have to decide to sell their houses. They must be because they found a better job opportunity in another state, or they want to start a new life in a place they are not familiar with. These reasons are very reasonable; however, before you decide to move into a new home, you need to make sure that at least one or two potential buyers are interested in buying it.

We noticed that many home sales guidelines are too technical and complicated to follow. Through these seven major steps, you should be able to sell your house and eventually move into a new home. Let's start selling your home in Maryland:

Step 1: Make Repairs on Your Internal and External Repairs To Your Home

If you want someone to be really interested in your home, the first thing you can do is to repair what needs to be repaired. Replace roof tiles, add new paint, repair doors and windows. Only a few small, simple repairs are needed to increase the chances of closing deals with potential buyers.

Note: If the buyer asks if the house has been repaired or painted recently, you should tell them honestly. You don’t need to worry, because buyers prefer newly renovated houses rather than doing it yourself.

Step 2: Take a Photo of The House

Now that the renovation and cleaning work has been completed, it is time to take a photo of the house. You should provide buyers with clear, high-quality pictures as much as possible. If possible, give them the original photos and don't edit them extensively.

Today, smartphones can take high-quality images. Only when you are meeting with potential buyers who are interested in your home, be sure to keep a copy of these photos.

Step 3: Make time for potential buyers

Because you are selling your home, you should have enough free time to communicate with You meet and talk to potential buyers in your home. Communication is always crucial. If the buyer has questions about the house, please make sure you are always available. Also, be sure to answer the questions honestly. Don't mislead your buyers.

Tips for House Sellers:

• If you have posted an advertisement about your house for sale on social media (such as Facebook Marketplace), be sure to include your contact information in the advertisement so that buyers can more easily communicate with you. Although Messenger is very convenient, some people prefer to talk over the phone when talking about these things.
• If you cannot be free every day due to other priorities, you can indicate when the buyer can meet you and view the house.

Step 4: Get Ready for The Big Move

Whenever the transaction is about to end or the buyer has confirmed the purchase of your house, it is time for the big move. Arrange your confirmed check-in date, pack and move out of your home as soon as possible, so that buyers can now take your place.

Tip: You should make sure that your new home is ready as much as possible. If you are still looking for your own home, there is at least one temporary shelter to place all your belongings.

Step 5: Sell Other Things or Leave Them in The Old House

Inevitably, you can't bring everything from the old house to the new house. In order to reduce the moving costs that must be paid when transporting all items in the old house, it is recommended that you sell some items online or through garage sales. You can also leave some of them in your old home for the next person to take your place. Furniture, cabinets and large appliances are some examples.

Step 6: Sign The Contract and Track Everything

When it comes to all family-related transactions, be sure to save every document: your contract, quotation, screenshots, chat history, etc. Includes scanned copies of checks and deposit slips. This way, if there are any discrepancies in the transaction, it is easy to check again and return to the topic.

Step 7: Notify Local and Neighboring Communities

If you move outside of Maryland, be sure to notify your neighbors and local community of your relocation. In addition, please provide your latest contact information, such as your phone number and email address, to keep in touch.

These are some of the basic steps we took to move from your home to Maryland. We hope this helps, and your new home is at least better than the old one.