{"id":695,"date":"2019-04-01T11:36:49","date_gmt":"2019-04-01T11:36:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sellhousefasthoustontx.com\/?page_id=695"},"modified":"2020-01-21T04:34:28","modified_gmt":"2020-01-21T04:34:28","slug":"bad-neighborhood","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sellhousefasthoustontx.com\/bad-neighborhood\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Sell a House in a Bad Neighborhood of Houston, TX"},"content":{"rendered":"
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With over 2,000,000 residents, Houston is the fourth-largest city in the United States. As with every large city, Houston has its share of crime-ridden and run-down areas. Are you the proud owner of a great (or not so great) house in one of Houston\u2019s not-so-great neighborhoods?<\/p>\n
Selling a house in a bad location is a difficult challenge at best. But if for months on end you\u2019ve failed to find an interested buyer, the challenge can appear to be impossible. The helpful tips in this article can mean the difference between sitting on your property and selling it.<\/p>\n
When people buy a house for the first time, they know their dream house and their budget probably won\u2019t go together. So make sure your home is a scaled-down version of what first-time homebuyers want.<\/p>\n
Unless the existing light fixtures have antique value, consider replacing those in the living areas and master bedroom with inexpensive ceiling fans. Remove any window coverings that restrict natural light. Remove clutter to make the rooms appear larger. Make sure the home smells nice. Make sure the plumbing works properly.<\/p>\n
Overgrown landscaping makes a house look both small and abandoned. Trim the trees and bushes. And clean up the leaves and rocks.<\/p>\n
In addition to removing clutter, arrange any furniture to accent the home’s best features. Spend a little money to display fresh fruit (such as lemons, oranges, and apples) on the kitchen countertop. And keep at least one arrangement of fresh flowers in a visible area.<\/p>\n
If your neighbor doesn\u2019t keep their grass cut, offer to mow their yard while your house is for sale.<\/p>\n
Hold as many open houses as is practical. The increased activity around your home gets the word out that your house is for sale. You might attract a buyer that already lives in your neighborhood, but wants a nicer house.<\/p>\n
Fully disclose both the good and the bad about your property. And also fully disclose the good, the bad, and the ugly about your neighborhood. Otherwise, a potential buyer might imagine that conditions worse than they actually are.<\/p>\n
Disclose any disputes with your neighbors too. Selling a house with noisy neighbors is a legal liability it you decide to hide it.<\/p>\n
Don’t spend a bunch of money on improvements and expect your asking price to cover the expense. Price the property as low as possible. Remember, the price benefit has to outweigh the bad neighborhood.<\/p>\n
If you’re selling an inherited house, or if the house is paid for, consider owner financing for first-time buyers or for those who may not have established credit. Just make sure the contract will benefit you, if the new owner defaults on the note.<\/p>\n