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Selling a Vacant Home or Occupied. What is better?

September 16, 2020

Advantages and Disadvantages of Selling Vacant in a Florida Retirement Community vs Occupied
If you have the option of selling a home vacant or occupied in Vienna Square or Traditions at Lake Ruby, you may be surprised to discover that an occupied home is often better for selling.

Selling a home vacant vs. occupied has some pros and cons.

The Differences of Selling Vacant vs. Occupied

Pros of Selling a Vacant Home in a Florida Homes for 55 community like Vienna Square or Traditions at Lake Ruby.
1. A vacant home is easier to show.
There is no need to schedule a time to show the home. The Florida For 55 homes Realtor can just head over and use the lock box to access the home. Lori Raath, FloridaHomesfor55.com Realtor loves showing vacant homes.

2. You don’t have to keep the home spotless.
One of the most challenging parts of living in a Florida Retirement community is keeping it clean.

Cons of Selling a Vacant Home in a Florida Retirement Community like Lake Ashton, Vienna Square, and Traditions at Lake Ruby
1. Vacant homes feel empty.
Part of the appeal of a home is its warmth and coziness. But when the home is vacant, a home looks empty and smaller.
When homes are vacant, buyers tend to see far more of the blemishes such as nicks and dents.

Call Lori Raath, Realtor with FloridaHomesfor55.com and schedule your home tour today. 863-409-6899.

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