With the power of social media, it's easier than ever to use Twitter and Facebook and your own home website to sell your home online. However, there are a lot of different buyers on the market and that means it's important to keep all your options open when it comes to marketing your home. If you're wondering how you can harness the power of your neighbors to get the word out, here are some things you may want to consider

It's Extra Marketing

If you have a good relationship with the people in your area, it's possible that they'll be happy to get the word out for you and assist you in the sale of your home. Whether they happen to have friends who might be interested in a property in the area or are happy to place signs on their yard pointing to your place, a positive relationship can lead to opportunities that may come from the most unexpected places!

Selling The Home's Reliability

In all likelihood, your neighbors will be well aware of situations adversely impacting the community or any past situations that have affected your home, whether there's been a break-in or a roofing issue. It's often the case too that potential buyers will consult with your neighbors to hear more about your home's history. Since you won't want an interested party to hear any bad news from your neighbor, it's important to be upfront and discuss any adjustments or renovations you've made with your neighbors so you can be on the same page if an issue comes up. 

Keeping Them In The Loop

In the sanctity of your own home, it can be easy to forget about the neighbors just next door, but the stream of people coming to look at your home can have an impact on those who live around you. Instead of forgetting to prepare your neighbors for additional visitors, go door-to-door and bring some baked goods or other treats to inform them of upcoming open houses. Not only will they appreciate the gesture, but they might also be happy to push some interested parties in your direction. 

There are many ways to market a home nowadays, but it's important not to forget about how your neighbors can assist you in getting your home off the market. If you're currently preparing to sell your home, you may want to contact one of our local real estate professionals for more information.