Before you show your home, check to make sure its condition is one you would be proud to let a few million Americans see. Too often sellers delay or lost out on offers because they don't take preparing for showings seriously or relax after the first few visitors.
Here are a few tips to make sure your property makes the right impression.
Check the Computer View
Most home first impressions today are online, so it's important that you view your home like a buyer will. To do this, take pictures of the interior and exterior of your home and upload them to a computer. Zoom in and pan your photos to get a buyer's perspective on your property.
Walk-thru with an Outsider
Do a walk-thru of your home with a trusted friend. Fresh eyes, ears, and noses can spot defects you have learned to live with.
Curate Your Curb Appeal
Go outside and inspect the driveway, decks and porches. Take note of cracks, oil stains, and landscaping. These should be high-priority on your fix list if you don't want buyers to turn away before they've taken a real look.
Clear the Way
Declutter all flat surfaces, closets, and bathrooms. Donate excess or move items to a storage facility. Your goal is to show a home buyers can see themselves in. That can be hard with your personal effects in the way.
Consider Staging to Speed Up the Process
Home staging professionals use furniture, placement, accessories, and lighting to help make the best impression. A staging investment can help sell a great home in a flash or help buyers appreciate the potential in a harder to move listing.
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