There are so many reasons you may decide to sell your home. Relocation, Release Equity, Housing Market Conditions, Size Requirements Change, Change in Relationship Status, Changes in the Neighbourhood and many others reasons. No matter what the reason is, you should get ready. You need to maximize the value of your house. The following three steps will help you to get prepared to sell. Then, to be prepared to make a great impression on potential buyers and do the deal.
* Clean and declutter: It may sound obvious, but the importance of cleaning and decluttering cannot be overstated. Here are some ideas to make this process nearly painless.
Get rid of clutter before cleaning. This is the time to purge your house of unwanted and unnecessary items. In addition to donating items to charity, you might consider giving them away through Craigslist or neighborhood sharing groups. Recyclers are often willing to pick up and haul away large metal items for free. The goal is to make your house a clean slate before you get down to cleaning.
Deep clean your house. This step will probably involve the most significant time investment. Get the whole family involved if you can! Think of this as a pumped-up spring cleaning. Pay particular attention to kitchens and bathrooms, and clean the inside and outside of your windows — this makes a striking improvement in the overall appearance of your house.
Organize closets, cabinets, and drawers. In this case, out of sight is not out of mind. Many potential buyers will open cabinets and closets because they are thinking about storage space. If your storage areas are clean and organized, it will send a signal to buyers that you take care of the house.
Get rid of clutter before cleaning. This is the time to purge your house of unwanted and unnecessary items. In addition to donating items to charity, you might consider giving them away through Craigslist or neighborhood sharing groups. Recyclers are often willing to pick up and haul away large metal items for free. The goal is to make your house a clean slate before you get down to cleaning.
Deep clean your house. This step will probably involve the most significant time investment. Get the whole family involved if you can! Think of this as a pumped-up spring cleaning. Pay particular attention to kitchens and bathrooms, and clean the inside and outside of your windows — this makes a striking improvement in the overall appearance of your house.
Organize closets, cabinets, and drawers. In this case, out of sight is not out of mind. Many potential buyers will open cabinets and closets because they are thinking about storage space. If your storage areas are clean and organized, it will send a signal to buyers that you take care of the house.
* Make DIY repairs: Take care of these problems before you show the home for the first time. These are all fixes that you can do yourself.
Fix any leaking faucets and running toilets.
Replace caulking around tubs, showers, and sinks.
Freshen up or repair grout as needed.
Repair walls and repaint them in a neutral, generally pleasing color that complements your home.
Fix cracked or broken windows.
Replace or repair damaged window screens.
Replace burned-out light bulbs.
* Go for curb appeal: First impressions are a big deal. You want potential buyers to be charmed by the outside of your house, so they look forward to coming inside. Extend your pumped-up spring cleaning to the exterior of your home, too.
Trim bushes, shrubs, and trees. Make sure vegetation isn’t touching your roof or siding.
Repair broken downspouts and gutters.
If it’s appropriate for your yard, apply new mulch, river rock, and/or pea gravel. This can do wonders for your landscaping and provide immediate curb appeal.
Clean and repair concrete areas, such as driveways and walkways. Be sure to eliminate any oil or grease stains, and clean out any weeds coming up through the cracks.
Dress things up a little bit. If it’s seasonally appropriate, put out some pots of annuals, which will maintain their color for the season. Freshen up your doorstep with a new welcome mat. Make sure the house numbers are natural to see, and in a style that complements your home.
With just a moderate amount of effort, you can make your house beautiful and welcoming, both inside and out. I will glad to meet you and help you with this improvement. With no fee and obligation, I inspect and let you know what other easy fix you can do. I welcome your comments and ideas.
Trim bushes, shrubs, and trees. Make sure vegetation isn’t touching your roof or siding.
Repair broken downspouts and gutters.
If it’s appropriate for your yard, apply new mulch, river rock, and/or pea gravel. This can do wonders for your landscaping and provide immediate curb appeal.
Clean and repair concrete areas, such as driveways and walkways. Be sure to eliminate any oil or grease stains, and clean out any weeds coming up through the cracks.
Dress things up a little bit. If it’s seasonally appropriate, put out some pots of annuals, which will maintain their color for the season. Freshen up your doorstep with a new welcome mat. Make sure the house numbers are natural to see, and in a style that complements your home.
With just a moderate amount of effort, you can make your house beautiful and welcoming, both inside and out. I will glad to meet you and help you with this improvement. With no fee and obligation, I inspect and let you know what other easy fix you can do. I welcome your comments and ideas.
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