Curb appeal is essential!

You want buyers to drive up to your home and immediately fall in love before stepping inside. You can accomplish this by having amazing curb appeal. Give potential buyers a great first impression by mowing the lawn at least twice a week, trimming the shrubs, and sweeping the entrance free from any debris.

Stay clean and tidy

If you will be living in your home while trying to sell, it is important to keep everything clean and tidy. You do not want to turn away potential buyers because of a messy office or dirty countertops in the kitchen. If the home will be vacant then make sure the floors are clean and if you have carpet then vacuum once a week. Do not give a buyer any reason to walk away from your home with a negative impression.

Sanitation station

Due to COVID19, listings will need to have hand sanitizer and shoe covers available in the homes. To accomplish this, prepare sanitation stations near the entrance. This will help visitors to stay safe and prevent the spread of the virus. Also, if your required to have these items you might as well make the station look presentable and welcoming.

Let the light in

Take advantage of all the natural light in the summer and have blinds and curtains open during showings. People love natural light and it makes your home feel open and bright. 

Do you have AC?

If you have AC in your home use it! You do not want buyers to walk in and have the heat push them out fast. You want them to feel comfortable and want to stay inside longer because it's cooler than outside. 

Want to go Above and Beyond?

• Stage furniture inside and if you have a nice backyard stage some outdoor furniture. Help your potential buyers imagine what it will look like hosting parties in the backyard or deck.
• If you have fun amenities nearby show them off! Make info sheets, pamphlets, or a booklet containing all the fun activities nearby for your listing. Let buyers get excited by making them look forward to what they can do once moving in.
• Get a pre-inspection to reinsure buyers that the home is in good shape. This might also encourage buyers to not perform their own inspection when marking an offer.
• If you have made any upgrades to the home please let visitors know. You can do this by placing nicely designed labels at the locations where you remodeled/renovated. You worked hard making your home great, make sure your potential buyer knows it.