Selling a vacant or abandoned home can feel completely overwhelming to Long Island homeowners, especially if you live out of state, need to sell your house fast, or simply don’t know where to start. It can be challenging to find a buyer who is willing to purchase a property that’s been sitting vacant for a while, as they are typically neglected or poorly maintained. However, the team at American Property Purchasers LLC is here to help you sell your home quickly and easily without any hassle.
Even if you have squatters or non paying tenants who have been controlling and destroying your property, we will take the property with them in there for the right price.
At American Property Purchasers LLC, we specialize in buying homes outright, as-is. This means that you don’t have to worry about making any repairs or renovations to your property before selling it. Our team will take care of everything, from start to finish, so that you can focus on other matters.
If you’re looking to sell a vacant or abandoned home in Long Island the traditional way, here are eight tips to help you out:
1. Get a professional appraisal
Before putting your property on the market, it’s important to get a professional appraisal. This will help you determine the fair market value of your home and ensure that you’re pricing it correctly if you opt to list it on the MLS.
If you do not want to pay for an appraisal which can costs hundreds of dollars, we will give you a free assessment and CMA (comparative market analysis) and a BPO (broker price opinion) from a disinterested third party who will give us a fair number on what the current market value is of the house based on its current condition.
2. Clean up the property
First impressions matter, so it’s essential to clean up the property before showing it to potential buyers. This includes removing any debris, cutting the grass, and trimming the bushes. You’ll need to make repairs and possibly repaint or tile.
At American Property Purchasers LLC, we do not care if your house needs repairs. We will buy it as is. You do not need to make any repairs or put another dollar into fixing up the house if you do not intend on keeping it. The worse the condition, the better.
3. Stage the home for potential buyers
If possible, stage the home to make it look more appealing to potential buyers. This can be as simple as adding some furniture and decor to make the space feel more welcoming. For better results, hire a professional stager, but keep in mind, this can be costly.
When selling to a cash buyer such as us, we do not care about the condition of the property. We will take it with everything in it and clean it out if you do not want to. All you need to remove are your belongings that you actually want to keep. Leave the rest.
4. Take high-quality photos of your property
When listing your property online, it’s important to take high-quality photos that showcase your home’s best features. This will help attract more potential buyers and increase your chances of selling quickly. Hire a professional photographer to capture interior and drone footage of your home.
We do not require pictures or inspections or appraisals. We will take it with all of the contents in the home. You do not need to make it look good for us. The worse the condition, the better.
5. List the property on multiple platforms
To reach as many potential buyers as possible, list your property on multiple platforms, such as Zillow, Trulia, and Realtor.com. Some agents include this in their marketing, while others will charge you an additional fee.
The only problem with this is that you have to have dozens of people going through your house until you get it in contract. Then, you have the buyer’s inspector an appraiser who want to get access again. Your house then becomes a public venue and you lose your privacy. We will only come once, and then it’s yours again until the day of closing.
6. Be flexible with showings
When selling a vacant or abandoned home, it’s important to be flexible with showings. This means being willing to show the property at different times of the day or on weekends. Without people in the house, showing it should be relatively easy.
The only issue is giving out the lockbox information, can make it more susceptible to squatters trespassing and taking over the property.
7. Consider working with a real estate agent
While selling a vacant or abandoned home on your own is possible, it can be challenging. Consider working with a real estate agent who has experience selling properties in your area. Just keep in mind, that if your house sells with a Long Island agent, you could be on the hook for thousands of dollars in commissions.
If you do not want to pay commissions or wait for a buyer to obtain a mortgage, then sell it to a cash buyer who will not ask for a dollar in commission and may even cover your closing costs for you.
8. Sell Your Long Island House Directly to American Property Purchasers LLC
If you want to sell your property quickly and easily, consider working with American Property Purchasers LLC. We’ll buy your home outright, as-is, and take care of all the details so that you don’t have to.
At American Property Purchasers LLC, we understand that selling a vacant or abandoned home can be stressful. That’s why we’re here to help make the process as easy as possible. Our team of experts has years of experience buying properties in Long Island, and we’re confident that we can help you sell your home quickly and easily. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you sell your vacant or abandoned home. We are happy to help you find the best solution for your unique situation. 631-418-8811