The
best thing about it is that all the resources that are required are readily
available. Here are some tips that will help you sell your land so fast
1. Have
a good land description
Have
a catchy headline. Your headline is the first thing people will see when
searching for property. It should include key features of the land you are
advertising like the size , location and probably the price. Next have a very
good description of your land. Mention all the features of the land and all
important amenities present in the neighborhood such as the age bracket of the
people who live there, schools, shopping malls, hospitals etc. A description
should leave a property seeker curious to want to inquire more about your
property.
2. Have
good photos
The
only way to showcase your land online is by posting photos. What people see
online is what determines if they want to see the land in person. Therefore,
high quality photos are encouraged. If your images are poorly lit, or too small
to see anything, people will move on to the next listing. The best thing is to
look for a photographer to take professional photos. If possible take a video
to showcase it better. Learn more on how
to take real estate photos
3. Make
a strong first impression
The
first impression is what really matters. Before you decide on taking buyers on
a site visit. You need to make the land look presentable. Present to buyers a
land that has its potential.
It
might not be as perfect, but try to trim overgrown trees and bushes and grass
that could make it hard for someone to see the beauty and the value of your
property. You can go ahead and plant some good grass and wildflowers. You
can also create walking paths to allow the potential buyer to have a clear view
of the land and neighborhood.
4. Do
proper pricing of the land
The
price of the land is one of the key things that a buyer will look at. The
process of selling land is more often derailed by poor pricing strategy than
any other factor. Before setting the price for your land it is advisable
to research the market prices around the market prices around your environment
to avoid overpricing or underpricing. To get accurate valuation seek
advice from knowledgeable agents or hire an assessor.
5. Have
proper documentation
It’s
always good to be prepared as the property owner. The other important document
that you must have is the title deed. Tittle deed is the actual proof of
ownership and if t’s not ready at the point of purchase the buyer is likely not
to make payments.
After
all the payments for the property are made to the seller, you will need to sign
a title transfer document. This document is the one used to transfer the
ownership of the property from the owner to the buyer.
The
other important document that the buyer will require is seller's identification
card. This is for the buyer to know the land owner. See
all documents that customers will need when buying a land.
6. Market
your land
Sometimes
it's hard for people to do business with someone they have never heard of.
That's why marketing strategies are important, even in real estate world.
When
everything is set, it's always good to make your product known. These are some
of the ways that you can make your land be known.
i. Market
it within your network
Let
your locals know you are selling a land. When your network knows about your
land that is on sale, you create better chances of getting buyers. Make your
friends to know about it, let them know about your social media posts. Ask them
to share with their friends too.
ii. Put
a sign on your land
Put
up a sign in highly visible spot and make sure it is easy to read from a
distance. Use a customized instead of the normally used generic For sale'
sign. On the sign board include your contact information, size and key property
feature.
iii. Social
media platforms
Creating
a strong social media presence is an essential part of your overall marketing
strategy .It allows you to get reach to a large number of people within a very
short time. It's actually the easiest and the cheapest marketing strategy. The
most popular used social media channels include Facebook, tweeter, LinkedIn,
Instagram, and pintrest. They help you attract the right customers with the
right information at the right time and help you showcase your land to
potential customers at the right times. Learn more on social media tips for real estate companies
Create
social media pages and grow it by simply being consistent and posting interesting
and relatable content for your audience. See also tips
to improve your online visibility and follower engagement.
iv. Look
for the best land listing sites
It's
always good to use the resources provided by the internet. There variety of
listing sites that allows users to post their lands that is sale. These sites
are created to advertise or list properties. They make it easy to reach broader
audience who turn to buyers. Most of them are user-friendly. Some are charged
while others are free. Thousands of real estate agents in Kenya list their
properties on Property254 site for free.
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