With spring here, we are entering the busier time of the
year for real estate. This is the time most sellers decide to list their homes.
As the trees and flowers bloom and the days are longer, it is the best time of
the year for homes to show well. Many of our sellers ask for tips to stage
their homes for showings to potential buyers.
While experts have
many opinions on this topic, we believe a few points are crucial for showing
homes. Primarily, lots of light makes a substantial difference in the viewing
of a home. By both turning on lights for showings, as well as ensuring that
windows have every opportunity to shed light, a seller may immediately enhance
a home’s interior. Additional wattage and lights in a room make a
difference. Be sure to clean windows to
truly show the light potential.
Additionally, reducing clutter inside the house will go a
long ways towards the overall image. Remove unnecessary items that line the
counters, fridge, and shelves. Along with that, touching up paint will make the
home feel cleaner and more presentable. The outside curb appeal will
immediately welcome potential buyers. The trim and front door are the first
images to greet visitors, so make them stand out well. Power wash the house and
front area, and be sure the lawn is mowed and fertilized. Also be sure to clean
plants and bushes, and plant flowers to add visual appeal.
Although basic, remember to deep clean areas around the
house that will draw negative attention. Fireplaces, bathrooms, floors, and
ovens should all be free of grime and mold. Pet odors tend to negatively affect
a buyer, as well, so be sure to clean carpets and rid the home of any pet
odors.
In general, remember that neutral touches make a larger
impact for the broad number of buyers. Paint colors and closet styles should
appeal to the majority of people, not be so specified that a small number of
people will appreciate them. By utilizing the available space in a home,
creating a conversational atmosphere, and keeping the home clean, buyers will
see the its potential.
Most importantly, we suggest viewing your home as a buyer
would see it, as opposed to a seller. Imagine walking into your home for the
first time—what do you think, and what would your red flags be? Also imagine
someone in a different stage of life looking at your home. You may have kids
who play throughout the house, but what would a person whose kids are grown
think of the home? How would they utilize the rooms and space? By doing this,
you will be able to stage the home to appeal to all types
of buyers, not just those who are like you.
See the below for some of the above tips expanded:
http://www.frontdoor.com/real-estate/staging-secrets-how-to-dress-your-house-for-sale-success
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