Preparing for Sale of your Bahamas Real Estate

Last week, we identified overpricing as the most common reason why real estate in the Bahamas, or anywhere else for that matter, won't sell.
There are other reasons that will influence the sale of a home as well.
Sometimes, a home may not show well because of its age.
Some of the older homes in the Bahamas, treasures though they are, look worn.
These homes are competing against spanking new houses in
manicured, gated communities with amenities.
Chances are they're in need of a real estate facelift.
Fortunately, if the house has been generally well maintained, tented for termites and has a solid roof, most of the work will be cosmetic in nature and relatively inexpensive.
A new coat of paint and a good cleaning can make the world of difference.
When it comes to pricing and the condition of a home, the owner is the boss.
Start with your front yard or, if you're selling a townhouse or condo, your front doorstep.
The yard should be well kept with a good, raked lawn and trees should be pruned – not straggly. A terracotta pot of bright flowers at the freshly painted front door set the tone for viewing.
Make sure windows are sparkling and de-clutter your home as much as you possibly can. Remove any magnets or material from fridge doors and put away most of your nick knacks.
This will help buyers visualize what they can do in terms of putting their own personal stamp on the house.
Try and confine your living to as few rooms as possible so the best rooms, your living room for example, are always in ready condition for showing. The fewer rooms that are untidy, the fewer to clean for the showing.
Let your Bahamas Real Estate Association licensed broker guide you in the sales process.