So, you’ve made the decision to list your home. Your agent has said they have photographers coming in a week’s time. Here are a few small things that can help you achieve a higher selling price and put your potential buyers minds more are ease
- If your like me maybe your cleaning skills are not as great as they should be. For the cost of around $250 you can hire a professional cleaner to come in a day or two before photos and put the finishing touches on your home. Cleanliness is often ranked as one of the highest items potential buyers immediately notice
- Shovel/Cut and mow the grass. While this may be common sense, many buyers do a drive by of houses before they view them. If they see your home is well taken care of on the outside it will make them feel more comfortable and excited about the inside of the home
- Remove all of your pets items from the house. Alot of people are pet lovers, but some are not. When listings we are trying to attract all buyers. Some of the buyers will instantly be turned off if they see pet beds, water bowls, dog toys, etc lying around the house. Do your best for showings to hide those items away
- Fresh flowers and greenery. Having some real or even fake plants strategically placed throughout your home is always a nice touch and generally noticed by buyers. It may sound like a small item but something as simple as flowers can put a smile on a buyers place.
These are only a few small items while prepping your home for a listing that can add value to the final sale price of your home. If you want more ideas as always, don’t hesitate to reach out.