Getting Ready to sell:
One of the most important things do before putting your home on the market is to take care of the “easy “things. Make a list of thing that needs to be repaired - leaky faucets chipped paint and loose hinges - and fix those things.
Considering tackling a remodel before selling? Check out articles from HouseLogic and REALTOR® Magazine at:
https://www.houselogic.com/sell or magazine.realtor/sales-and-marketing. By entering the search terms “Staging” and “Remodeling” you’ll receive helpful guides like, the Home Staging Guide and information on staging on a budget as well as in virtual reality.
YOUR HOMES DO’S AND DON’TS CHECKLIST
SHOWING DO’S SHOWING DONT'S
Now that you know what it takes to stage your home and get it ready to sell, you want to make sure you have successful showings. Follow these proven showing do’s and don’ts and you’ll be on your way.
5 WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR CURB APPEAL:
Curb appeal, or how your home shows from the street, is one of the key things that will sell - or not sell - your home. If buyers are turned off by the outside of the home, it will be very difficult for you to get them into the home and change their negative opinion. Curb appeal will be the key to making the right first impression.
Declutter the yard by removing toys and lawn furniture
Cut the grass, rake the leaves, trim the bushes and edges, and plant fresh flowers to add color
Paint doors and windows with fresh updated color
Wash windows and screens
Patch holes in the driveway and reapply sealant
Staging basics:
What is staging, anyway? Staging is the process of enhancing the impression a prospective buyer has about your home. Staging is about removing things from your home that make it look smaller, drab or dated. It differs from decorating because decorating involves bringing things into the home to enhance the look of it.
The key to staging is simplicity and getting buyers to a place where they can picture themselves in the home. You can began by focusing on these staging basics:
DECLUTTER - Remove “you” from the home (meaning pictures and personal items) Replace personal photos with scenery or postcards. A good rule to follow is not more than 3 items on any surface. Remove all items from the kitchen counters and store them away and not just in a drawer or cabinet.
NEUTRALIZE - Neutralize the rooms with light-colored paint, like creams. tans, and whites. Keep bright colors to a minimum and use neutral and/or natural colors that can work with many different styles.
KEEP IT CLEAN - Nothing sells better than a clean and well-maintained home. Always keep the home feeling and smelling clean for showings.
Some inexpensive upgrades that can make a huge difference to the buyer include:
New bed treatment (especially the master bedroom)
New towels
Fresh paint
New lighting or lamps
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