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As more and more homes come on the market this season, sellers are anxious to get their homes prepared for the expected flood of buyers hitting the market. Here are our three tips for home readiness that we suggest:
A clean home is essential when selling because not only does it allow buyers to see everything for its full potential but also it leaves buyers with a great first impression. Remember, you only get that one opportunity to leave that first impression and you want to do it well. You never know how many homes the buyer will be viewing, so you want yours to be memorable. Aside from cleanliness, work to make the home attractive. Also, pay attention to the home’s exterior; there are some easy ways to achieve curb appeal without spending lots of money online.
Go Neutral, Both In Color and In General
Buyers like to feel like they are walking through a home that they can make their own. By choosing colors that are easily changeable or at least in muted beige and soft neutral tones will allow them to paint their own imaginary canvas. Rather than allowing too many personal influences take over buyers’ view of the home, make an effort to depersonalize, particularly the interior, by removing personal items such as family photos, personal effects like toiletries, excess books and other items of personal nature.
Reduce Clutter and Simplify
The best thing you can do to prepare your home plus make it warm and inviting for buyers is to de-clutter the home and remove excess items that become overbearing. Too much stuff will hinder the buyer’s ability to actually see the home for its beauty and features. There is an added benefit of being able to get a head start on your move since you will be able to pack boxes ahead of time. This is a great time to either throw away old unused items, or donate things that you no longer have a use for.
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All these tips will support your sale price, foster strong buyer interest and drive better offers. If you or someone you know is considering selling a home now or in the future, we invite you to contact us today. We would be glad to walk through your property to provide customized insight, share information specific to your home and share pricing and comparable property information that will help build a selling strategy.
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