One of the most important details to remember is that your home must be in order when you list it for sale. What does that mean? Particularly, it must be clean, clutter-free, repaired and updated.
Details to Consider when Preparing your Home for Sale
1.Clean it from top to bottom. Simply put: a clean home is far more attractive to buyers than a dirty one. Steam clean the carpets, clean all of the appliances, inside and out (especially if you are leaving them behind with the house), wash down dirty walls, remove all signs of mold and mildew from the bathroom, clean the windows, inside and out; and scrub all the floors ? and that's just for starters.
A clean home speaks volumes to home buyers, as it conveys a feeling of pride in home ownership; it makes the home appear more attractive; and it promotes a feeling of warmth and hospitality. The bottom line is that a dirty home will immediately turn off most buyers, regardless of its size, amenities and features.
2.Clear out the clutter. Clutter does absolutely nothing to sell your home. Instead, it detracts from the home and distracts buyers. It is very difficult for home buyers to appreciate a room's size or its qualities if there is an abundance of clutter blocking the view.
This may be the time to have your long-awaited garage sale, and it may be the time to remove much of the clutter that will make moving all that more difficult. Finally, clearing out your home's clutter is the easiest way to make the rooms appear more spacious and open.
3.Perform necessary repair work. Regardless of whether you plan on remodeling or updating your home, you need to attend to broken items around your home before you list it for sale. Some things to pay attention to: chipped or broken floor or countertop tiles; leaky faucets; damaged walls; non-operative light fixtures; and broken or non-operative windows.
4.Upgrade to create more interest. Your home may have spacious room sizes and an expansive backyard, but if it hasn't seen an update in years, now may be the time to upgrade and update. Some of the easiest areas in which you can update your home include: light fixtures; faucets; kitchen countertops; kitchen appliances; flooring; and door and cabinet hardware.
5.Give your rooms purpose. If your dining room is currently serving as a makeshift office, now may be the time to restore it to a place where family meals can be shared. Staging your home in such a manner as to enable home buyers to envision what the room is to be used for will help you sell your home. For example, instead of using your third bedroom as a large closet, arrange a bed and a nightstand table in it to create an instant guest room.
Get ready! With the spring sale season just around the corner, now is the time to get your home ready to put on the market. As a Minnesota Realtor, I have seen many homes go on the market that simply are not ready. This decreases the amount a buyer is willing to pay buy thousands of dollars. These are my 10 ten ideas for sellers to get their homes in top condition for a quick sale. 1. Make the Front Entrance SPARKLE You need to make a great first impression! A coat of paint and a new brass kick plate or doorknocker says "welcome home". Remove any personalized doorknockers or signs from the front of the home. Remember to trim bushes and shrubs and keep walkways clear. A blooming plant or festive wreath is a nice touch. 2. Organize the Kitchen Kitchens sell homes-make yours appear more large and inviting! Clean off counters and organize cupboards and drawers. Store or pack seldom used appliances and large pans. Consider replacing the counter if it is worn or has an unusual color. Repair or replace leaky kitchen faucets and dated florescent light fixtures. 3. Reduce Clutter Inside and Out Sort out E-V-E-R-Y-T-H-I-N-G! Throw away anything you do not need and organize the rest. Too much stuff? Consider an off-site storage facility during the move. Donate unwanted items to a local charity. Campers, boats and old cars should be parked at a different location. 4. Clean Your home should be spotless and smell clean too! Remember to give attention to the yard and garage too. Buyers want to see the size of your garage not where you dumped all the stuff from the house. If you have a dog, make certain that the yard has been picked up before every showing and it is completely free of debris. 5. Paint Light neutral colors make small rooms appear larger. That cute personalization you painstakingly painted on your child's wall is a paint-over project to a new buyer. Do them a favor and paint over before the first showing. Remove dated wallpaper and borders and paint walls. Use premium quality paint and remember to patch holes properly and tape woodwork prior to starting. A sloppy paint job can be more detrimental to your bottom line than no paint job at all. 6. Update Bath If cleaning and painting cannot help a dingy bath, consider replacing vanity, counter and sink. Look at the faucets and light fixtures. If they are vintage, consider replacing. Also consider installing new flooring or buy nice plush floor mats to make the bathroom cozy. If the tub is nasty and stained, look into having it resurfaced. 7. Make Minor Repairs Tighten knobs, fix leaky faucets, oil squeaking hinges, replace dirty filters, repair cracked windows and holes in screens. If it can be fixed, fix it! Buyers do not pay top dollar for a "project house". 8. Fix Roof Leaks One tiny water stain on the ceiling will cause a buyer to question the entire roof. Find and fix the leak at the source. This may be the time to call in an expert. Repair any ceiling damage. Disclose any information on repairs made to potential buyers. 9. Explain a Wet Basement Do what you can to make repairs but be prepared to explain all existing and repaired problems to the potential buyers. Never try to cover signs of a wet basement. 10. Exterminate Call a professional to get rid of the pests, repair any damage, and allow time for any pesticide smells to dissipate before showing. One bug, dead or alive, can make a bad impression on a buyer. If you have periodic mice, remove the traps and bait before showings. Again, disclose any pest infestations to potential buyers before the sale.
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