So you’ve decided to sell your home. In most cases, your house is your largest investment and deciding to sell it is a big decision. You want to make sure that your investment will bring top dollar and impress buyers. We can help you with a specific plan to help your home to show its best, but these general tips can help you to start the process:
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Declutter – Removing knickknacks, toys and other unnecessary items from your home not only makes your home seem larger and more open, it will also provide less distractions to buyers as they tour your home. Filling your basement, garage and closets with unwanted items however is not a good idea. Buyers will visit all areas of your home when at a showing and you don’t want it to appear that your home is lacking in storage space.
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Improve Your Curb Appeal – Fresh mulch, budding flowers and a green lawn are a great way to welcome buyers to your home. A fresh coat of paint in a trendy color for the front door and mailbox will also help buyers to recognize your attention to detail and love and care you have for your home.
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Bring In Natural Light – Make sure that windows are clean and blinds are open to allow the natural light to flow in. More light helps your home to show its best and encourage buyers to stay longer and envision themselves living in their home.
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Deep Clean – This is more than your weekly clean. Potential buyers will be looking at every part of your home. Unkept areas may give them the impression that your home is not maintained well. Use this time before listing your home to pay special attention to your kitchen, bathrooms and flooring so that the most important areas of your home look their best to buyers.
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Repair Damaged Items and Avoid Unnecessary Upgrades – If there are small items that you have avoided repairing (holes in walls, missing light bulbs, non-operable switches), now is the time to correct them. Buyers can be critical and visible defects may turn them off. This is not the time to take on a major project. You are simply making sure that your home shows its best.
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Of course, this is not a comprehensive list. These items are the most common tasks that we recommend to sellers prior to listing their home for sale. We would be happy to meet with you to discuss a specific plan for your home and ways to help your home stand out to home buyers.
Susan Brewer Service First Real Estate (636)936-8600
Published on 2023-02-01 19:59:20
