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Selling Tips

Tips for Selling

Your Home

Start With the Outside of Your Home

Drive-up appeal is the most important.  Make sure your yard is well maintained. The shrubs should be neatly trimmed and the walkway kept clean.  Also make sure to repair or replace damaged screens, glass panes, door hardware and other outdoor fixtures. A well kept outdoor appearance is sure to interest prospective home buyers.

New Paint Livens Your Home

Flat paint in neutral tones give the walls a fresh look and makes your home more appealing.    

Lighting Is Important

Make sure that you open the curtains to invite the sunshine in. Also, clean the windows inside and out to add an extra sparkle. If the room needs more than just the sunlight to look bright, turn on lamps or other accent lights.  Replace all missing light bulbs.

Make Minor Repairs

Make sure all minor repairs are made, such as any plumbing concerns.  Also, repair any doors or windows that are hard to open.  Make them easily maneuverable for prospective buyers. Light candles or spray deodorizer to give the home an appealing aroma to those who enter. Don't forget to empty wastebaskets.

Bathroom Appeal

It is very important to give the bathroom a good scrubbing and to polish the fixtures.  Add decorative candles or soaps to the vanity and remove any clutter.

Family Rooms

The goal in this room is to invite relaxation. Play soft background music, and make prospective home buyers feel invited.  Make sure all of the clutter is cleaned up and organized out of sight. Display furniture in an appealing way that encourages you to sit down and stay.

Peaceful Is The Key To Bedrooms

Create a calm atmosphere in the bedroom. Crisp and clean linens and a minimum of clutter is the key.  Remove excess furniture to give the room a larger feel.  Also, open the curtains and let the sunshine in.

n an appealing way that encourages you to sit down and stay.

Attics, Garages, & Basements

Make sure that every part of your home is accessible to prospective home buyers.  Clean up the clutter.  Make sure that everything is organized in totes or boxes and able to be easily maneuvered through.  Also, make sure there is adequate lighting.in an appealing way that encourages you to sit down and stay.

Create A Cozy Space In Living & Dining Areas

Make these spaces inviting by portraying a clean and crisp atmosphere for prospective buyers. Display fresh flowers or green plants for a lovely appearance.  Make the fireplace inviting by adding logs, and lay around your favorite magazines or books on the coffee table to add your personal touch.  Also, make sure the floors are clean and furniture is dusted.  Don't over clutter shelves or walls, less is more.

Kitchens Are Very Important

When Selling Your Home

Clear the countertops and organize your cabinets.  Make it appealing by adding bowls of fruit, and decorative towels and placemats. Make the kitchen an inviting space by adding green plants as the decor.