{"id":5105,"date":"2017-03-07T11:11:26","date_gmt":"2017-03-07T19:11:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/?p=5105"},"modified":"2017-03-06T19:35:15","modified_gmt":"2017-03-07T03:35:15","slug":"how-to-sell-your-house-stress-free","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/2017\/03\/how-to-sell-your-house-stress-free\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Sell Your House Stress-Free"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Selling your home can be stressful. Here are 5 ways to stay focused and positive as you sell your house stress-free.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">You\u2019ve made the decision to sell your house. You may have been mulling it over for years, or perhaps a sudden life change has prompted you to make the leap. Whether you\u2019re relocating for a job, empty-nest downsizing, or just need a change, you\u2019ve made it past the first hurdle of reaching the decision!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">But the many complicated logistics of selling your house may feel overwhelming. Before you get stressed out and change your mind about the whole thing, know that there are some great ways to stay focused and positive as you navigate this important step. Here are some tips to help you sell your house stress-free to make this leap a very positive one.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Be Clear About Your Objectives Up Front<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A lot of communication is required when selling a house, so it\u2019s critical to set a clear set of objectives to yourself and everyone else involved in the process: your real estate agent, your family, and your friends. From the outset, determine an attainable selling price for your home with your real estate agent, and set up clear and reliable lines of communication.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Be clear with your family and friends about what they can expect during the process, and what you\u2019ll need from them to help facilitate the situation with as little stress as possible. Determining your goals and expectations and sharing them clearly with those closest to you is a critical step in eliminating undue stress as you maneuver through the process of selling your home.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Stay Flexible<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">You may have an idea in your head of how long it will take to sell your home. If it begins to take longer than what you expected, the stress will grow. Keep in mind that there are so many variables at play\u2014the location, the price, the market\u2014and you\u2019re setting yourself up for disappointment if you set your mind to a too rigid deadline. An immediate house sale is rare, so it\u2019s best to curb your expectations and stay flexible as the process unfolds.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Keep Things Tidy<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">You may be required to show your home to potential buyers at a moment\u2019s notice. Maybe they\u2019re in the area and want to pop in to view your home, or perhaps some out-of-towners want to add your house to their list before ending their visit. You won\u2019t be so easily rattled by these last-second requests if you work diligently to keep your house tidy and in order at all times.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Make beds before leaving for work in the morning, never leave dishes in the kitchen sink, and keep up with the laundry and vacuuming. Thoroughly clean the bathrooms every week. If this is overwhelming, consider hiring cleaning help during this transition period. You may want to consider enlisting the help of a willing friend or neighbor who can help with last-minute tidying up if you can\u2019t leave work. Keeping things neat consistently will dramatically reduce your stress level when last-minute showings come up.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Leave the House for Social Activities<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Sometimes the pressure of unexpected showings and persistent phone calls can begin to take an emotional toll. To stick a pin in the building stress of selling a home, give yourself permission to get out of the house on occasion.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Go out to dinner with friends. Take a long weekend trip. Go to a museum or sporting event. Think of this time as an investment in your personal well-being, by getting your mind off the house sale for a bit. Getting out of the house can work wonders, especially during the first few weeks your house is listed.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Adopt a Healthy Lifestyle<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">No matter how all-encompassing it may seem, selling a house is never more than one piece of the large pie of life. Don\u2019t forsake your other needs and demands while navigating the process of selling a home. Maintain a healthy lifestyle throughout the process by eating healthy meals and getting plenty of exercise and sleep.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you plan to move out of town, you may not be inclined to get a gym membership or join a yoga class. But you can still walk for a half hour every day or take the kids to a park where you can blow off some steam together.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Getting the appropriate nutrition is a natural way to help your body fight stress. Drink more water, pass on the fried foods, and get more hours of sleep than normal. You\u2019ll thank yourself for the extra effort.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Selling your house can be stressful, but if you set realistic expectations and come to terms with the certainty of uncertainty for the time being, you\u2019ll make it through with a smile.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.coldwellbanker.com\/5-ways-sell-house-stress-free\/\" target=\"_blank\">5 Ways to Sell Your House Stress-Free<\/a> by Sharon Lee | Coldwell Banker Blue Matter<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Selling your home can be stressful. Here are 5 ways to stay focused and positive as you sell your house stress-free. You\u2019ve made the decision to sell your house. 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