Seller Tips - Preparing A Home For Sale

Posted by Thomas Jackson on Wednesday, November 12th, 2008 at 2:33pm.

Statistics show that buyers make up their mind about your home based on their first seven seconds of viewing!! Today you have to be the nicest home in your price range to attract buyers. In general, it's taking longer to sell a home, so they have to be priced accordingly and show extremely well. We also recommend removing some personal belongings such as photos and mementoes. The point is to depersonalize the space so potential buyers can see themselves in it. In addition, here are some great tips for preparing a home for sale: • Entrance Should Be Freshly Painted And Seasonally Decorated • Exterior Freshly Painted Or Power Washed • Windows Should Be Sparkling Clean • Exterior Plantings Trimmed And In Good Condition • Misc Debris Or Trash Removed From Yard (Toys, Trash, Yard And Garden Equipment, Atv's, Out Of Season Furniture, Etc) • All Closets Free Of Excess Items • Remove Excess Furniture To Show Off Room Sizes • Kitchen, Including Interior Of Appliances, Should Be Very Clean • Countertops Cleared Of Clutter • Personal Items Minimized, Such As Refrigerator Art, Personal Photos, Etc. • Carpets Cleaned • Interior Walls Clean • Garage And Basement Organized And Free Of Clutter • No Evidence Of Pet Or Food Odors • No Use Of Scented Candles Or Potpourri • For Showings - Turn On Interior Lights, Open Curtains, Remove Pets, And Empty Trash Cans And Leave The House During The Appointment Time.

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