Once you have decided to sell your house, it’s time to get to work on making it the most appealing to home buyers. Even if your local market is in a hot seller’s market, you will get better offers (often multiple) if you list your home after the following five things have been completed.
Declutter the Stuff in Every Room
There are several ways to start your listing off right. One of the most effective is decluttering. Whether you start boxing things up or take the time to sort through items, your focus here is to keep personal items to a minimal decorative level. As you declutter, keep in mind to keep countertops clear and remove knick-knacks. If you choose to sort, remember to box unwanted items and donate them immediately. For seasonal or unneeded things until you move, box them up and consider renting a storage unit or space at a friend or relative’s home.
Remove Extra Furniture
Once you have decluttered the little things, remember to remove unnecessary furniture. Not only does it take up valuable space, but extra furniture also makes a room look smaller. The same goes for full closets, pack up unneeded items and store them away. A good rule of thumb is to have some open areas or empty shelves occasionally. This will create an appearance of enough storage space for potential home buyers. Do not limit yourself to inside the home, be sure to do the same for the garage and exterior.
Renew and Repair
One of the first things home buyers can notice is when a house needs repairs. According to Zillow, if you’re like most home sellers, you will make at least two repairs before listing your home. Take the time necessary to throw on a new coat of paint on tired walls. If there are any bright or overly rich colored rooms, it’s an excellent idea to mellow them out. After all, your house needs to make an impression, not just a lime green living room. Then be sure to make any needed repairs like cracked light switch plates, creaky stairs or floorboards, small holes or gashes in walls or hallways, and tighten any loose handles or door knobs. This should also include curb appeal items, such as broken fence slats, torn window screens, or broken tree limbs.
Staging Your Home
Once decluttering, refreshing, and repairing has occurred, it’s time to stage your home. Strategically use pieces to complement rooms and areas. Rooms should have enough space for potential home buyers to move around the room easily and envision their furniture taking up space. Remember to include curb appeal in this step by freshening up seasonal plants, edging, and ensuring tools and hoses are neatly stored.
Regularly Clean and Freshen
The final step in preparing your home for listing is to keep it ready for showings. Keep rooms show-ready by doing a quick sweep, dust, and returning items to ‘their place’ at the end of each day. Then when you get the call for an in-person showing, the house will be ready. For an extra ‘home’ feel, have refrigerated cookie dough ready to throw a half-dozen in the oven as close to the showing as possible (chocolate chip or oatmeal work great!).
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