Key Tips for Selling Your Home!

 First impressions are everything... So make sure that your home is neat and tidy on the inside and out!

 1.  Curb Appeal is Essential

 A mowed and trimmed lawn along with a weeded garden creates a good first impression.  Inspect the exterior of your property: Shutters, windows, front doors and steps.  If the house needs painting or a fog coat on the stucco, buyers will notice and may consider it a major objection to purchase.

 2.  Neatness Counts

Scrub each room thoroughly.  Give special attention to the entryway, kitchen and bathrooms.  Faded walls and woodwork reduce appeal.  Consider a fresh coat of paint along with shampooing the carpet.  If the carpet is old, consider replacing it.  These types of changes can mean a quicker sale at a higher price.  Also, new towels can freshen a kitchen or bath and fresh flowers add warmth to any room.  You can also consider hiring a staging service.

 3.  Eliminate Clutter

Buyers will open closets and cupboards, so make sure they´re as tidy as possible.  Remove clothing not being used regularly from closets to make them look spacious.  Get rid of items you don´t use, clean counters of clutter, and remove unnecessary furniture to make each room appear spacious. Consider using temporary storage units for the clothing and other items.

 4.  If It´s Broken, Fix It

Easily fixable items such as loose doorknobs, a broken screen, a sticky or squeaky door, a dripping faucet all detract from your property´s value.  Time spent making repairs or the hiring of a handyman to accomplish repairs can eliminate buyer´s objections and give a better impression of your property.

 5.  Illumination Is a Welcome Sign

Open drapes and curtains and let the prospect see how cheerful your home can be.  The potential buyer will feel a glowing warmth when you turn on all lights, especially for an evening inspection.

 6.  Don´t Forget About Aromatherapy

Make sure your home passes the scent test.  Work to remove all negative odors such as pets or tobacco from the premises.  Right before an open house, consider baking some cookies or bread, simmer a pot of apple cider and cinnamon on the stove, or light a few scented candles.  Strong negative odors could send potential lookers running out the front door.

 7.  One Final Thought

Remember, you are not trying to demonstrate how you live; you are letting the buyers imagine how they will live in your property.

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