Prepping Your House for Sale: Potential buyers get an impression of your home – either positive or negative – within 30 seconds of walking through the door. Having them see your home in tip-top selling shape is an absolute must. There are countless ways to put the freshest face on your home, many of them costing little more than a bit of your time. Here are a few pointers for the most significant impact: Outside: The Power of Curb Appeal • Clear any clutter and keep lawn decorations to a minimum. • Mow your lawn and trim shrubs. • Add bushes and/or colorful flowers. • Sweep sidewalks, porch and driveway. • Remove or update any dated or personalized fixtures. • Put all toys away. • Fix damaged gutters, shutters, siding or roof shingles. • Add a tasteful welcome mat to the front door. • Clean all windows inside and out. Leave your house while its being shown to potential buyers. Your presence can make them feel anxious and awkward. Write a letter about your neighborhood that your real estate agent can share with potential buyers. Include information on local events, neighborhood amenities and other factors that define the community. Inside: Leave No Trace Clean everything! Check for cobwebs on ceilings, dust on baseboards – everything. De-clutter. Then de-clutter again. Rent a storage locker if you need to. This is very important for increasing your homes appeal. • Add a fresh coat of paint to the walls. • Remove family photos and excessive wall decorations. • Remove personal items, such as DVD collections and trophies. • Replace worn carpets, and shampoo carpets that are dirty but still in good shape. • Polish wood floors. • Add fresh flowers or plants, but dont overdo it. • Maximize your homes natural light by opening blinds and shades. • Do a smell check and address any odors. • Pet owners: Take Fido or Fluffy with you while your home is being shown. Ruth & Jill can provide additional advice on prepping your home, and also give you insights into the preferences of local buyers.
Posted on: Sun, 26 Jan 2014 01:10:00 +0000
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