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A first impression
is crucial in selling a home. Remember that when a
prospect comes to look at your home, the first impression
(curb appeal) is vital. A
first impression is crucial in selling a home. Remember
that when a prospect comes to look at your home, the
first impression (curb appeal) is vital. Your front lawn
and other landscaping should be neatly trimmed and mowed.
Make certain that your yard is clean of refuse and leaves.
The walk should be swept and, in winter, remove ice and
snow from walk and steps. The front door must be clean
and fresh looking, the doorbell in working order. Seventy
percent of the time a potential buyer will drive past
your home to see the outside before they will make an
appointment to see the inside.
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Decorating for a quicker sale. Faded
walls and worn woodwork will reduce the appeal of your
house. Why describe how your house could look... when
you can show how it does look.
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A minor investment in paint and wallpaper
could pay bigger dividends to you in the form of a better
price and a quicker sale.
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Let the sun shine in. Open the drapes
and curtains. Clean the windows. Dark and dreary rooms
do not appeal to most home-buying prospects.
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Little things mean a lot. Loose door
knobs or cabinet pulls, sticking doors and drawers, wobbly
hinges, stuck windows- all are negative factors. Check
and repair all these seemingly minor flaws, since they
do detract from the value of your house.
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Top to bottom. Let prospects see the
potential of your attic, basement, garage and other utility/storage
spaces by removing junk and other articles. Neatly stack
cartons, etc. If the storage spaces are dark, a coat
of paint or extra lighting can do wonders.
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Bathrooms & kitchens sell homes.
Make them sparkle. Clean stained sinks and bowls. Repair
any damaged or discolored caulking around bathtubs and
showers and countertops. Be sure towels and area rugs
are bright. Make certain all light fixtures and bulbs
work. Keep countertops free of clutter.
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Wake up your bedrooms. Keep bedrooms
bright. After the prospects are gone you can close the
drapes. Remove excess furniture to avoid a crowded look,
use attractive and colorful bed linens and spreads.
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Can you see the light? Illumination
in your home can be the "welcome sign" for
every prospect. Turn on all of the exterior and interior
lights--including the accent and picture lights--when
your home is shown at night.
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Put the pets out. Keep all pets out
of the way and not underfoot. Stay in the background.
The salesperson knows what the buyers are looking for,
and can best describe and emphasize the best features
of your house. Don't tag along. If there are any questions;
the salesperson will ask you for information.
