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Consider the curb appeal.
When you’re planning to sell your home, it’s crucial to consider its curb appeal. The exterior of your home is the first thing potential buyers will notice, and their first impression is often a deciding factor in their interest. To ensure that your home makes a great first impression, you can make some simple fixes like planting colorful flowers or repainting your front door. These minor improvements can help attract potential buyers to your property and encourage them to come for a tour or open house.
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Declutter and depersonalize
Decluttering and depersonalizing your home can make a significant difference in attracting potential buyers. Before you put your house on the market, make sure to clean all visible areas, including closets and cupboards. Also, consider donating or packing away any excess items that might make your home appear cluttered. Additionally, it’s recommended that you remove any distractions such as personal photographs and bold artwork that could potentially detract from the buyer’s interest in the property. By offering a blank canvas, buyers can visualize their own lives in the space, which could increase the chances of a successful sale.
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Repaint the interior walls
When preparing your home for resale it’s a good idea to give the interior walls a fresh coat of paint using a neutral color. Although you may be fond of bold colors, potential buyers may not share the same taste and could be put off by them. Also, neutral colors can make a room feel more spacious. As a seller, your aim should be to make buyers feel comfortable and at home in the property, so they can easily envision themselves living there. If they don’t feel at ease, they may start considering other real estate options.
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Complete basic repairs & replace light bulbs.
When preparing your home for sale, it’s important to walk through the house and make basic repairs such as fixing a dripping faucet, tightening a loose doorknob, or replacing grout around sinks. Although these might seem like small things, they can harm a potential buyer’s perception of your home. If they notice these minor issues, they may start to wonder what else might have been neglected. Even replacing light bulbs and ensuring they are all the same color can make a difference in how your home is perceived.
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Conduct a smell test
Unpleasant odors, no matter how slight, can be a deal breaker when selling a house. The issue is that you might not be able to detect them yourself. It is advisable to invite an unbiased third party to assess any pet smells or lingering odors from the kitchen. If the smells are widespread, you should prepare to do some deep cleaning as most buyers can easily identify sellers’ “masking techniques” like candles or plug-in room deodorizers. Moreover, covering up odors with a stronger scent might backfire if the buyer dislikes the smell of lavender or artificial citrus.
In conclusion, when a buyer submits an offer on your home and commits to a mortgage, it’s a significant decision for them. As a seller, you want to eliminate any doubts that your home will make a great home for them.
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