How To Get the Best Price for Your Home.
Mar 22, 2011
- Make the most of that first impression. A freshly painted front door, clutter-free front porch, and a well-manicured lawn welcome prospective buyers.
- Invest a few hours of sprucing up. Make sure all rooms are clean and tidy. Remove scuff marks from woodwork and repaint walls if necessary.
- Think Safety. Make your property as nonperilous as possible for uninitiated visitors. Clean up extension cords, move low hanging light fixtures, and pick up any clutter.
- Check Faucets and Light bulbs. Dripping faucets and discolored sinks could suggest worn out plumbing. Burned-out light bulbs can leave buyers in the dark. Take care of these issues before prospective buyers view your home.
- Don’t Shut Out A Sale. If cabinets or closet doors stick in your home, you can be sure they will also stick in a prospects mind. Don’t try to explain sticky situations take care of them by replacing the doors or having them planed to close correctly.
- Make Room for Space. Potential buyers are not just looking for a comfortable living space, they are looking for storage too. Make sure your attic, basement, garage or storage shed are free of unnecessary items.
- Consider Your Closets. A very organized and neat closet appears larger. Box up unwanted items and donate them to charity and pack away those out of season items. The less clutter the better.
- Make Your Bathroom Sparkle. Bathrooms sell homes. Check and repair damaged or unsightly caulking in the tubs and showers. Display your best towels, mats & shower curtain for added appeal.
- Create Dream Bedrooms. Buyers look for a cozy and relaxing bedroom. Get rid of excess furniture for a more spacious look. Add a colorful bedspread and curtains to bright up the room.
- Let The Sun Shine In. Pull back your curtains and drapes so prospective buyers can see how bright and cheery your home is.
- Watch Your Pets. Dogs and cats are great companions, but not when your showing your home. Keep your pets outside or at least out of the way for showings.
- Keep a Low Profile. Real Estate agents know buyers – what they need and what they want. Your agent will have an easier time of presenting the virtues of your home if you stay in the background.
- Don’t Turn Your Home Into a Second-Hand Store. When prospective buyers come to view your home, don’t distract them with offers to sell your furnishings you no longer need.
- Defer To Experience. When buyers want to talk price, terms, or other real estate matters, let them speak to an expert.
- Help Your Agent. Your agent will have an easier time selling your home if showings are scheduled through his or her office. You’ll appreciate the results.
