6 QUICK TIPS FOR PREPARING YOUR HOME FOR SALE

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Ever noticed how all the best-looking home photoshoots have very little in them? There’s a reason for this minimalistic approach: it lessens distraction.

Keeping rooms clear of clutter will allow your viewers to concentrate on the space rather than its contents. Key things to remove are day-to-day items such as the ever growing pile of letters on the sideboard and excessive toiletries from the bathroom. 

Go as minimal as you can!

Normal wear and tear can add up, especially if you’ve lived in your home for a long period of time. From a door that squeaks to a window that sticks or a toilet that runs until you jiggle the handle, it’s easy to ignore minor issues that seem like quirks. 

If you have too many noticeable repairs, buyers may also wonder if more serious issues lurk below the surface, and that could prevent them from making a good offer. 

Repairs and upgrades can increase the value of your home so you’ll need to consider the time and cost it will take versus the impact on your home value.

The goal is to create a great first impression so that buyers put your home at the top of their list. On average, staged homes sell 88% faster and for 20% more than those that aren’t staged, according to Realtor.com.

You don’t need to stage your entire home. Focus instead on rooms that impress buyers most, such as the kitchen, living room, master suite, and bathrooms. In the kitchen, for example, place a bowl of fresh fruit on the countertop and set the table with beautiful dinnerware and linens. 

First impressions matter.

Improving how your property looks from the outside is as important as how it feels once you’re inside, yet it often gets overlooked. Make sure that the front yard is tidy, all of your windows are sparkling, and the front door looks inviting.

Doing these small jobs will, again, make a big impact on your buyers.

Ask any photographer for the best tip they can give and they’ll invariably say one word: lighting. Light matters, so don’t ignore it. 

Open up those blinds and curtains and let natural light stream in. For those selling during the winter months or who have evening viewers, add plenty of floor and table lamps to a rooms that could use a little extra brightness. 

Bright rooms always appear more spacious than dim and dark ones, so always be sure there’s enough light throughout the house before you start showcasing it. 

Most Buyers search for homes online nowadays. The National Association of Realtors reported that 44% of Buyers found their home on the internet. 

High quality pictures are a most!