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What can I do to make my home more saleable?
Sellers Answers
Before you put your home on the market, there are some things you can do to differentiate your house among the competitors.
When preparing to put your home up for sale, your first concern is the home''s exterior. If the outside, or "curb appeal" looks good, people will more than likely want to see what''s on the inside. Keep the lawn and landscape nicely manicured. Trim the bushes and season permitting, plant some flowers. Be sure your front door area has a "welcome" feeling. A fresh coat of paint on the front door looks great.
Of all the rooms inside your home, pay special attention to the kitchen and bathrooms. They should look as modern, bright and fresh as possible. It is essential for them to be clean and odor free. A fresh coat of paint just may do the trick. If there are any leaky faucets, have them taken care of. A call to a plumber is a wise investment.
Since you want your home to look as spacious as possible, remove any excess or very large furniture. Make sure that tabletops, dressers and closets are free of clutter. Don''t use your garage, attic or basement to store these extra things. These areas also need to have the impression of space. Instead, put them into storage. Make sure walls and doors are free of smudges and look for anything that might indicate a maintenance problem, such as cracked windows, holes in the wall or stained ceilings.
Quick Tips For Showings:
- Keep countertops cleared.
- Replace all burned out light bulbs.
- Open all drapes and window blinds.
- Put pets in cages or take them to a neighbor.
- Keep kitchen sink clear of dishes.
- No laundry in the washer/dryer.
- Empty the trash.
- Clean or replace dirty or worn carpets.
- Put on soft music.
- Burn a fire in the fireplace on cold days, otherwise the fireplace should be clean.
Always look at your home from the buyer''s point of view. Be objective and honest.
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