If you're selling a property, particularly a home, it's necessary to step back and consider how your home will impress others. The tips will help you set up your home to be as appealing as possible to prospective buyers.
- Buyers want to see the home, not your belongings. If your home is cluttered, remove as many unnecessary belongings as possible.
- Buyers want to be able to envision themselves living in your home. Too many personal items such as family photos can be off-putting.
- If you work outside of the home, remember to open curtains, straighten up, and leave the house looking inviting and friendly.
- If you will be on the premises during showings, be discreet.
- If possible, leave during showings.
- If you have a pet, leave instructions as to how the pet should be treated. If you have a large dog, be sure to lock it up securely when the house is being shown.
- People react to the smell of a house, even if there isn't a foul odor. Consider using potpourri to freshen the environment.
- If you have been lax about maintenance, hire a handyman to tighten up those doorknobs, slap a fresh coat of paint on dingy walls, and fix stubborn cabinets.
- It pays to hire professional cleaners to give your house a once-over and make it ready for viewing. If you're really busy, have cleaners come in once a week while your house is being shown.