Your professional real estate agent is a great resource to rely on to help you to get your home ready for sale. Your real estate agent will be able to give you suggestions depending on your home requirements and your finances.
There are some important steps to take before putting your house on the market so you can get the best price possible. It is really important to make a good first impression to potential buyers.
How your house looks from the street
Your house should look appealing from the street as your potential buyers arrive. You want to create your first impression right from this point. You need to determine what needs to be done to enhance this first look.
Enhancing the exterior
Making sure that the grounds of your property present themselves well is very important. You want to keep the lawn mowed, and make sure and that the hedges are trimmed nicely. Hose down the fly screen and clean out the gutters. Make sure and that there are no cob webs about the house and grounds that will make the exterior of the house look unsightly.
To be sure that the exterior is visually appealing, get the opinion of someone else. Make a list as you do this as to what is viewed that needs to be done. Make sure that you inspect all of your grounds both front and back and that all clutter and rubbish has been removed. Make sure of that your gardens are weeded and attractive looking.
Taking care of the interior
Now is the time to give your home a thorough cleaning all the way through. If needed, make sure that you steam clean the carpets, and if a room and needs a fresh coat of paint don’t hesitate to do it.
Get rid of the clutter now
No doubt you have collected a lot of unused items during your time in the home and now is the time to get rid of them. You want the house to look as open and fresh and spacious as possible. There are a few things that you can do to make a small room look bigger like using mirrors. You want your prospects to feel comfortable when they come into the home.
A fresh smell
Homes tend to gather stale odours that are often created from pets or smoking. Living in the home yourself chances are you have become used to this. You may want to use a light air freshener or scented candles prior to your open house.
An appealing presentation
Everybody has their own taste when it comes to the décor and atmosphere of their home. Keep in mind that visitors, who may be interested in buying your home, may not find your present choices of décor appealing. What you can do to address this potential problem is use neutral colours and keep the décor clean and neat and basic looking.
Professional Tips for Getting your Home Ready for Sale
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11th August, 2015
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