Most homebuyers know that they’re shopping for a neighborhood in addition to a home, which means in a roundabout way that they’re also shopping for neighbors. Savvy buyers understand that neighbors can make a big difference in the quality of life–for better or worse–and they’ll definitely be scouting the neighbors while they check out your home. Understanding how troublesome neighbors can impact your home sale will ultimately make it easier to navigate the obstacles that those neighbors present, and get your home sold.
While troublesome neighbors can make life more difficult when selling your home, all is certainly not lost. You may be able to talk neighbors into being more accommodating, and you can still sell potential buyers on all of the positives that your neighborhood has to offer.