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First impressions are so important - Curb
Appeal is vital. Your lawn should be trimmed,
sidewalks swept, front door clean, doorbell working.
Painting for a Better Sale - A minor investment
in paint will pay dividends in the form of a better
price and/or a quicker sale.
Here comes the sun - Open the curtains and clean
the windows so a prospect can see how bright and
cheerful your house is. Dark, dreary rooms are not
appealing to homebuyers.
Fix leaky faucets - Dripping water suggests
faulty plumbing and major repair bills. Discolored
rust-stained sinks are also warning signs -- they should
be clean and sparkling.
Little things mean a lot - Loose doorknobs or
cabinet pulls, sticking doors and drawers, wobbly
hinges, stuck windows - are negative factors.
Check and repair all these minor flaws.
Safety first - Keep stairways and corridors
absolutely clear. Clutter is unattractive and can
cause accidents.
From top to bottom - Let prospects see the full
value of your basement, attic, garage and closets by
removing junk and cartons. Rent a short-term
storage space if necessary. |
Make it
light & bright - Make lighting in your home the
"welcome sign" for home buying prospects. Turn on
all exterior and interior lights, including accent and
picture lights.
Avoiding
the crowds - If there are too many people around
during a showing, potential buyers will fee like
intruders and want to hurry through your home.
Take a nice drive or walk with the kids while your house
is being shown.
Having pets
around the house - is okay, except when showing your
house. Take them for a drive or walk with you
while your house is being shown.
This is not
a social call - If you're present during a showing,
be courteous and friendly, but don't force conversation
with potential buyers. They're there to inspect
your house, not to be social. Let the REALTOR show
your home and do all the talking.
Nor is it a
garage sale - Don't try to sell potential buyers any
of the furnishings that you don't want to take with
your. They haven't even bought your house yet.
It could jeopardize the sale.
Trust your
REALTOR to do it right - Let your REALTOR negotiate
with the buyers about price, terms, possession date,
etc. They have the knowledge and experience
necessary to get YOU the best deal. |
