As Realtors, we have a number of ways to get your home in front of buyers on the internet. They are a great way to peak a buyer’s interest. Those can only take your home so far. In order to really sell your home, we must get the buyer inside it. Only then can they truly picture themselves there. Today I would like to go over things you can do to prepare your home to show for buyers.
Declutter your home. Now is a great time to start editing the things that you don’t want to care on to your next home. Removing clutter helps buyers really see your home.
Keep your home clean. Dust, vacuum, empty the sink, wipe down the counters. People can’t see your home if they only see the crumbs from breakfast.
Set your home temperature at a comfortable level. You’ll want your home comfortably cool in the hot months and warm and welcoming in the winter months. Or in Florida 9 Months of hot with a few days of cold.
Make sure your home is odor free. Set out baking soda or vinegar at night to absorb odors.
Make sure everything works. Nothing turns off a buyer faster than a sticking cabinet or a dripping faucet.
Sweep the porch and/or patio. Remove fallen branches and pick up pet leavings. Your yard should look tidy.
Make sure your valuables and medication are hidden or locked away. We always hope that buyers are honest, but why leave things to chance.
Finally, whenever possible make your family is out of the house before the showing. Buyers can’t see themselves in the house if they see you in it.
Making sure your home is picture perfect for every showing is an important first step towards selling your home.
Happy Selling!
About the Author
Debbie Caldwell
When you first meet Debbie Harris-Caldwell, you are immediately drawn to her charming Welsh accent and the twinkle in her eye. The well-traveled transplant from Wales is quick to set you at ease and time spent with her promises to be time well spent.
Debbie has been a real estate agent for 40 years and takes great pride in her customer service skills. "I make myself available to my customers when they need me, whether it's on a Sunday Evening or after their long day at work. I make my schedule fit theirs. I also keep my customers updated on everything happening with their listings or purchase, I am their conduit for information." She has built a business following her key principles of clear communication, attention to detail, client advocacy, and comprehensive knowledge of the area. Debbie comes to every new transaction with positive energy, determination, a strong understanding of the currents driving the market, and the expertise that comes from a lifetime of experience. She knows the importance of marketing and whether a home is for sale for $200,000 or for $2 million, she always has professional photography done and creates a listing presentation that best shows off her customer's home.