You may well think that Feng Shui is an art and science to be applied after the home is purchased and the new homeowners or renters have moved in. It used to be thought in the American automobile industry that quality was something done after the sale ? it was for the dealer or salesperson to deal with. Look where this mentality has led the auto industry. Feng Shui is a useful tool, technique and strategy to both sell that Home, Condo or Cottage quicker and at a higher price.

Location of a home is not only important but so is the actual layout and ease of movement throughout the property. First make sure that the house is not cluttered ? both with items and pathways. Imagine the home was in a fire and it was an emergency. Could you move around the home and out to the front or back doors quickly. The house should be cleared of all unnecessary items. Less is more. The dominant rule of Feng Shui in this situation is that the eye is drawn easily and promptly to the corner diagonal of each room. Rooms will seem larger in size. More space in a home is perceived better than less space. The more perceived space the more will be the corresponding selling price.

Similarly the house must look good and inviting to the senses. The best recommendation in the land of Feng Shui is lots and lots of horizontal counter space to support the good karma. Even then these countertops and shelves should be as clear and open as possible. Again the more perceived space in the openness of the house the higher the selling price. Unnecessary clutter makes landmarks so to speak in home buyer's mind leading to perceptions of a smaller residence. In most cases, smaller residences mean smaller sale prices. In today's real estate market of low interest rates and high demand for properties even though the market is hot impressions are even more rather than less important. The home buyer has to make even faster snap decisions on the spot. Perceptions rather than hard facts often rule the sale today.

Entrances to the home have to be easily accessible; Mirrors in doorways are bad news with Feng Shui. Movement is good ? rather than deadly silence. Ceiling fans or a ticking clock can add well to the perceptions. In addition the entrance should be inviting to guests ? not a barrier. A welcome mat is always nice, fresh flowers in a smaller vase always seem to carry a nice message.

Your home and its order and cleanliness scream out about the care, condition and maintenance of the house. Counters should be clean, the cupboards and pantry well organized and of course the counters should be clear and free of clutter.

The ambience of the home according to Feng Shui is what carries the day.

Soothing background music can set the tempo and tone. A soft scent can further enhance these effects ? either cinnamon or pine scents always seem to do well. Stay away from

From strong incense. And always close the bathroom doors.

Lastly the front door is the most important area in the home for first impressions and the higher selling price of the property. The entrance area should be clean and simply immaculate with soft lights turned on in the foyer area. It is best to have additional supports flanking the front doors ? such as lush very healthy plants and flowers.

All in all Feng Shui helps in the preparation and good karma of your property that is for sale. First impressions more than carry the day in the very hot real estate markets.

Buyers have less time to think so to say. Homes are sold in a snap. If you do not buy that house, condo or cottage now ? it may well be gone tomorrow. First impressions and the positive effects of Feng Shui carry the day. Feng Shui!