How To Impress Buyers
Price It Right
A good agent will comprise a list of comparable homes in your area to make sure you attract a lot of buyers and get the maximum price for your home.
Light It Up
Prior to a showing or Open House, make sure you turn on every light in your home and open all curtains. Buyers love a well-lit home and it will enhance their viewing experience. Don't forget about the exterior lights.
You Love Your Pets, But Buyers May Not
Not every buyer is a dog or cat lover. Hide any signs of animals, such as food bowls, litter box, etc. Make sure you give one final vacuum before a showing or Open House so potential buyers don't leave with fur covered socks.
Depersonalize Your Home
You want the buyers to picture themselves living in your home and that's hard to do if all they see are pictures of your beautiful family. Hid all personal photos in a closet and get rid of a third of your items.
Always Be Ready For A Showing
You need to be "Show-Ready" at all times- you never know when a buyer is going to walk through the door. You have to be available whenever they want to come see the place and it has to be in tip-top shape. Don't leave dishes in the sink, keep the dishwasher cleaned out, the bathroom sparkling, and make sure there are no dust bunnies in the corners. It's inconvenient, but it will get your house sold.
First Stop- The Kitchen
When it comes to selling your home, you're actually selling your kitchen. The benefits of remodeling your kitchen are endless and you'll probably get 85% of your investment back. It may cost a few thousand to replace a counter top but a buyer may knock off $10,000 for an outdated kitchen. Small budget? Not to worry! Consider painting in a neutral colour and replacing the cabinet hardware.
First Impressions Are Lasting
Unfortunately no matter how great the interior looks, buyers have already judged your house before they walk through the door. Consider planting inexpensive shrubs, keep the walkway clear, and make sure your grass is cut. You never get a second chance at a first impression.
De-Clutter
When it comes to selling your home, keeping it clean is a no-brainer, but so is de-cluttering. Start packing away the stuff you don't need now. Clear off the fireplace mantle and dressers. Clutter can make your house seem smaller than it is.
