HELPFUL HINTS
How to Help the Buyer Fall in Love with Your House!

  1. Turn on all the lights before showing; it makes rooms appear larger.  Dust all
    light fixtures.
  2. Keep curtains/drapes open and windows washed.  Repair broken windows,
    screens and shutters.
  3. Make up beds with attractive spreads.
  4. Keep all stairways and halls clear of hazards.  Remove excess furniture where
    it might create a crowded impression.
  5. Fix leaky faucets, squeaking doors, and re-caulk where necessary.
  6. Keep bathrooms clean, with hung up matching towels, if possible.
  7. Shampoo carpets and wax floors, if necessary.
  8. Let your kitchen look warm and inviting!  Remove counter clutter, keep sinks
    shinning and free of dirty dishes.  Don't hesitate to have cookies or bread
    baking, good smells make a house a home.
  9. Dress up your front door, scrub painted doors or oil wood doors. Flower pots
    on the front porch look nice.
  10. In the winter, a fire in the fireplace looks inviting.
  11. Any rooms that need paint do it now. White or off white walls sell best.
  12. Tidy up the lawns, edges, fences and gardens. Also a tidy garage shows the
    best.
  13. When possible, arrange for you and your family to be away from home during
    the showing.  Interested buyers will take more time if they don't feel pressured.
  14. Soft background music playing can be nice. Turn off TV and radio programs.
  15. Keep pets out of the way. Prospects are either annoyed or distracted.
  16. Never apologize for appearances; it will only accent or distract.
  17. Never try to sell furniture to a customer before the transaction closes. In fact, it
    is best not to attempt any negotiations with the customer; leave negotiations to
    your professional real estate agent.

Remember, when you place your home on the market, it goes up against lots
of competition. You may love your home, but you also want to make buyers
fall in love with it. Working with the above suggestions can make your home
more attractive than the comparable homes for sale.
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