Before potential buyers even see what the home has to offer, they view its exterior.  As a result, an unkempt or unattractive view of the outside of the home could potentially result in a missed opportunity. 

Maximizing Curb Appeal

To show the house in its best light, consider the following:

1- Move all materials, including garbage cans and gardening supplies, from the front yard and into a garage or shed.
2- Mow the lawn and weed and maintain all planted areas.
3- Replace any outdoor light bulbs that are not working.
4- Sweep walkways and steps, and remove all small items from the porch or patio.
5- Replace worn or badly stained doormats.

Inside the House

Once a potential buyer enters the home, they need to determine if it will meet their needs and expectations. Give them the best view of the home's interior by following these steps:

1- Remove the home of any clutter by limiting decorative objects and clearing all unnecessary appliances from the kitchen countertops.
2- Rearrange or remove furniture to highlight the space in a room.
3- Review each room and clean or vacuum if necessary.

Key to close the deal

Did you know? According to the National Association of Realtors, staged homes sell for an average of 10-15% more than homes that are not staged. The majority of staged homes sell within 40 days, compared to 135 days for homes that are not staged. For every $100 invested in home staging, homeowners typically can expect to receive at least five times that amount in an offer.

First impressions are key: The typical buyer makes up their mind about a home within 10 seconds!
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Basic Repairs

Before you even put your home on the market, make sure that all basic repairs are completed. Nothing can turn off a prospective buyer quicker than loose railings, torn screens or missing hardware on cupboard doors. These easy repairs do not cost a lot of money. If a homebuyer sees that the little things are not attended to, they are likely to believe that the larger things are neglected too. Let buyers know that you have pride in your home by making sure that all of the small repairs are taken care of.