Real Estate Sales - Ten Steps to Getting your Home ready to sell
Real Estate Sales – Ten Steps to Getting your Home ready to sell
By Nancy Woodward
Does your home have curb appeal? Is the first impression a positive one? Would a buyer want to open the front door?
There are simple steps you can to take to add to the overall value and appearance of your home. Here are my top ten suggestions:
1. Cut the grass and trim the edges. Place a few colorful plants outside the front of your home.
2. Clean up the paint on the exterior of the house. Power wash the dirty areas.
3. Paint dingy rooms. Touch up spots on walls if you have the exact matching paint.
4. When painting, stay in the neutral tones. Buyers prefer not to ‘have to’ change colors.
5. Clean the entire home. A little soap and water works miracles. Your carpets should be stain-free. Tubs and shower should be spotless.
6. Check the windows and doors to be sure locks function properly.
7. Make sure there are no drips, squeaks and rattles. Buyers tend to turn things off and on. Test lights, doors, faucets and toilets.
8. Get rid of the clutter.
9. Organize the closets, garage and attic and/or basement areas.
10. Consider getting a home inspector to check the house for you and make suggested repairs before they are discovered.
A little advance thought and effort will pay dividends. When potential buyers visit, they will see a home that is warm and inviting. Do your due diligence and your home will sell faster.
Nancy Woodward is an Accountant and Real Estate Professional. Visit Nancy online RealEstate
By Nancy Woodward
Does your home have curb appeal? Is the first impression a positive one? Would a buyer want to open the front door?
There are simple steps you can to take to add to the overall value and appearance of your home. Here are my top ten suggestions:
1. Cut the grass and trim the edges. Place a few colorful plants outside the front of your home.
2. Clean up the paint on the exterior of the house. Power wash the dirty areas.
3. Paint dingy rooms. Touch up spots on walls if you have the exact matching paint.
4. When painting, stay in the neutral tones. Buyers prefer not to ‘have to’ change colors.
5. Clean the entire home. A little soap and water works miracles. Your carpets should be stain-free. Tubs and shower should be spotless.
6. Check the windows and doors to be sure locks function properly.
7. Make sure there are no drips, squeaks and rattles. Buyers tend to turn things off and on. Test lights, doors, faucets and toilets.
8. Get rid of the clutter.
9. Organize the closets, garage and attic and/or basement areas.
10. Consider getting a home inspector to check the house for you and make suggested repairs before they are discovered.
A little advance thought and effort will pay dividends. When potential buyers visit, they will see a home that is warm and inviting. Do your due diligence and your home will sell faster.
Nancy Woodward is an Accountant and Real Estate Professional. Visit Nancy online RealEstate
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