You will reap the rewards by presenting your home in the best possible light. When your home is clean, organized and in show condition, it will stand apart from the many others a potential buyer has seen.
Be Ready:
Ensure that your residence is always open for prospective buyers to view. You many only get a few hours' notice before someone wants to see your home. Maintain a cooperative attitude and, unless absolutely necessary, refrain from canceling showings. Buyers prefer prompt viewings, which can work to your advantage. When buyers see and appreciate your home quickly, you're more likely to receive an offer sooner rather than later.
Prioritize the Buyers' Experience:
Grant buyers complete access to your home. Some may hesitate to explore thoroughly if the seller is present. By allowing buyers to fully engage with your home, you convey a positive message – transparency. When your home is being shown, step out for coffee, go shopping, or take the kids to a park. If you must be home, stay in one room and out of the way. Greet buyers at the door, but avoid volunteering information. Simply express, “nice to see you,” and let your Real Estate Professional handle the interaction.
Optimize Lighting:
Before buyers arrive, illuminate all indoor and outdoor lights, even during the day. Well-lit homes create a warm, lived-in impression at night and minimize harsh shadows during the day. A well-lit home appears inviting and ready for a new owner.
Mindful Fragrance Use:
Steer clear of scented sprays, as they can be overpowering and may give the wrong impression that you are trying to hide something. Additionally many people have allergies.
Pet Considerations:
Inform your Real Estate Professional about your pets and, if possible, do not have them at home during showings. Pets may become disoriented or scared in the presence of strangers. Buyers agents do no like to look after pets during showings. It's a real distraction. If your pet must stay home, confine them to the backyard or a specific room. Post a sign on the door.
Eliminate All Garbage:
Pay special attention to the kitchen and bathroom areas, as these are often scrutinized by buyers. Ensure cleanliness and disinfection, and remove all garbage, even if it's typically kept under the sink. Kitchen garbage bags are a small investment for the positive impression they can create.
Maintain Tidiness and Organization:
Put in the extra effort to keep your home clean and organized throughout the listing period. Dedicate a few extra minutes each day to make the bed, wash dishes, tidy up, organize mail, and keep the space clutter-free. Regularly dust and vacuum to present your home in its best light at a moment's notice for potential buyers.