Does Luck Really Help Your Home Sell Faster?
Do you feel like you need to be lucky to get ahead in real estate and boost the chances of your house selling quickly? After all, anything you can do to get ahead is a good thing, right? There are many ways that people utilize luck in real estate to turn a bigger profit in a shorter amount of time.
Popular Real Estate Superstitions and Good Luck Traditions
Numerology and Lucky Numbers
That’s right, many people utilize lucky and unlucky numbers to decide if they should make a deal or not. Many people avoid the number 13, while in Chinese numerology the number 8 is considered lucky and the number 4 is often avoided. Followers of this belief may even increase an offer amount simply to eliminate the number 4 from the transaction.
St. Joseph Statues
Legend has it that burying a small statue of St. Joseph, the patron saint of carpenters, upside down in the lawn or garden and saying a daily prayer can help a home sell faster and potentially for more money.
The Merchant Stone
Citrine, a golden-colored crystal often referred to as the Merchant Stone, is rumored to attract prosperity and good fortune. Some homeowners place citrine decoratively throughout their homes in hopes of bringing additional luck during the selling process.
Feng Shui
The practice of Feng Shui focuses on arranging furniture and décor to encourage positive energy throughout the home. Many believers pay special attention to the foyer and entryway since it creates the first impression for prospective buyers.
Smudging and Energy Cleansing
Burning sage, commonly known as smudging, is another tradition that some homeowners practice before listing their property. The belief is that it removes negative energy and creates a brighter, more welcoming atmosphere for potential buyers.
The Luck of Preparation
Why Preparation Outperforms Superstition
The school of thought that I believe in most is the luck of preparation. While luck may occasionally play a role, being prepared and working hard is the most reliable way to create successful outcomes.
What Makes One Home Sell Faster Than Another?
If two similar homes hit the market at the same time and one goes under contract in three days while the other remains available, there is usually a reason. The slower-selling home may be overpriced, outdated, poorly presented, or lacking effective marketing. In many cases, the “lucky” sale is actually the result of thoughtful preparation by both the seller and their real estate agent.
The Best Way to Improve Your Chances of Success
While many real estate superstitions probably won’t hurt a listing, taking the advice of an experienced and proven real estate professional and preparing your home properly will yield the best results. Strategic pricing, professional marketing, staging, and market expertise are far more powerful than luck alone.
Get a Professional Home Evaluation
If you’re thinking about getting lucky in real estate, give me a call for a free market analysis and home evaluation. Together, we can create a strategy that helps your home stand out and sell successfully.