Tips for Home Sellers

A buyer’s first impression of your home may be the strongest and can be difficult to change. A mediocre first impression will make it difficult to sell the property at anything beyond a mediocre price. On the other hand, a fantastic first impression will virtually guarantee you a better chance of closing your deal at a fantastic price.

Below are some tips to help prepare your house for the market:

• Make sure your house has curb appeal.
  • Remove any debris, trim plants, bushes and shrubs.
  • Power-wash your driveway, front porch and siding.
  • Consider giving your front door and shutters a new coat of paint.
• Keep the inside of your house clean and tidy.
  • Remove any trace of pets-fur, food bowls, litter boxes, etc.
  • Clean any carpet stains.
  • Dust your furniture.
  • De-clutter your home-make sure everything has a place. Put items in storage if necessary.
• Kitchens and bathrooms sell homes-make sure yours are immaculate.
  • Even if you don’t have new appliances, you can make a good impression by deep-cleaning your kitchen and bathrooms.
  • Make sure your counters are clean and de-cluttered.
  • New cabinet hardware is an inexpensive update that can have a big impact.
  • Clean your appliances and organize your fridge and pantry.
• If you can afford to paint even one room in your house, do it!
  • Start with any rooms that are painted a bright, non-neutral color.
  • A fresh coat of paint in a neutral beige or gray can really make an impact and make your house feel more “move-in ready” to potential buyers.

There are a lot of simple and inexpensive updates you can make to your house to get it market ready.

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