Are You Ready to Sell? 9 Home Selling Tips

Ready to Sell Your Home? Some Helpful Tips....

Making a "First Impression" is always important. Here are a few things to remember when getting your home ready, before Buyers start viewing.


* Curb Appeal- This is the 1st thing to consider sprucing up. Is your landscaping at least average for neighborhood? Keep lawn mowed & remember to add some flowers for color and vibrancy for those 1st impressions.

* Disconnect Your Emotions- When getting ready for buyers walking through, remember to "De-personalize" your home. This is to help a buyer can imagine their stuff in rooms. This may help them connect better to your home.

* Unclutter your home- Store away extra things laying around, that may be cluttering up space. This not only helps the way a buyer will see your home, but it can even make rooms feel more spacious.

* Lighting- Make sure all lights are in working order. When home is being viewed, be sure to turn all lights on......this makes room space feel bright & open.

* Floors- Hire a good carpet cleaner. If you choose to replace any old/worn or outdated carpet, remember to choose a fairly neutral color. If you have tile, consider replacing any cracked or broken pieces.

* Painting- Painting can be your best "spruce up" investment, and it is fairly inexpensive. Be sure to touch up nail holes with putty before painting. Choose off-white colors, to keeps rooms appearing bright.

* Plumbing- Check all sinks & showers for drips, leaks or clogs. Make sure all toilets do not run after flushing. These are some items that buyers may check during their walk through.

* Window & Doors- Check that all windows and doors open & close easily, and there are no cracked or broken windows. The Front Door should be cleaned up & look especially sharp, since this the entry to the home.

* Atmosphere- Smell is a powerful motivator. For those who smoke, you may want to reduce smoke smells while selling your home. Same goes for pet owners. These odors you may be used to, but a buyer may be distracted if odors are too strong. This can be a very personal and touchy subject, but something to remember. Burning a scented candle or baking cookies is always a plus to pleasure the olfactory senses.