The decision to sell your home is a significant one. To ensure a smooth and successful transaction, enhance your home’s appeal by:
Deep cleaning: Schedule a thorough cleaning, focusing on bathrooms, floors, baseboards and walls. A sparkling first impression is crucial for attracting buyers.
Decluttering and depersonalizing: Meticulously declutter living spaces to create a sense of spaciousness and allow potential buyers to envision their own belongings in the home. Remove family photos and other personal items to create a neutral canvas.
Organizing storage areas: Buyers often peek into closets, pantries and even drawers. Ensure these areas are well-organized, showcasing ample storage capacity.
Addressing minor repairs: Proactively address any outstanding maintenance tasks, such as patching holes, repairing trim or repainting. These small improvements can significantly enhance the overall impression of your home.
Staging: Highlight your home’s best features by rearranging furniture to optimize flow and functionality, and consider removing bulky pieces to give it a feeling of spaciousness. For an extra edge, consider hiring a professional stager.
With preparations, you can increase buyer interest, potentially achieve a faster sale — and potentially maximize your return on investment.
Kim Leighty
REALTOR® /Broker
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Real Estate Professionals
(503) 510-9036 | kimleighty@bhhsrep.com
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