"Creating a great first impression can make all the difference."
1. Make Buyers Feel at Home.
One of the ways to make this happen is to take the time to declutter. Pack away any personal items like pictures, awards, and sentimental belongings. The more neutral and tidy the space, the easier it is for a buyer to picture themselves living there. According to NAR 82% of buyer’s agents said staging a home made it easier for a buyer to visualize the property as a future home.
2. Keep it Clean.
In addition to decluttering, it’s important to keep your house neat and clean. Pick up toys, make beds, declutter counters, and wash the dishes. This is one more way to reduce the number of things that can distract a buyer from the appeal of the home. Ensure your home smells fresh and clean. Buyers will remember the smell of your house. The kitchen is one of the most important rooms of the house to focus on if you want to attract more buyers. Staged homes are also thought of as being more maintained and cared for.
3. When in Doubt, Go Neutral.
Buyer’s know what they want and living spaces are highly personal. Going for neutral colors allows buyers to recognize their vision, and will have a broader appeal.
4. Small Repairs.
Paint touch-ups, caulking, etc. are fixes that are quick, inexpensive, and can be glaring to buyers if they are not taken care of.
5. Give Buyers Access.
Buyers are less likely to make an offer on your house if they aren’t able to easily schedule a time to check it out. If your home is available anytime, that opens up more opportunities for multiple buyers to go from curious to eager. It also allows buyers on tight schedules to still get in to see your house.
6. Price It Right.
It is crucial to set your house at the right price to maximize selling potential. Pricing your house too high is actually a detriment to the sale. The goal is to drive high attention from competing buyers and let bidding ware push the final sales prices up. Work with your trusted Avenue real estate professional to determine the best list price for your house. Having an expert on your side in this process is truly essential.
