OPEN HOUSES

Holding an open house is an effective way to spread the word that your house is for sale, and to show potential buyers or their friends what a great home you have. Clean your house as a clean home equates a well maintained property that will get offers! Clean everything and everywhere. Get rid of all clutter. Hide personal items. Don't underestimate the power of smell. Consider placing plug in room fresheners in each room. Place fresh flowers close to the entrance door for a warm welcome. Potential buyers don't want to hear the furnace turn or outdoor traffic. Consider playing soft music in the background. You can leave a decorative treat filled dish out for potential buyers, perhaps individually wrapped candy. Pets should not be present as they make many people uncomfortable. Open blinds and curtains, turn on all lights to make your home look open and large Sparsely decorated walls also give the illusion of a larger space. Replace personal pictures with plants or fresh flowers to help buyers picture themselves living there. Nothing makes a home look newer faster then a fresh coat of paint. Neutral colors such as beige, white and off-white have a broad appeal to buyers. Put excess clothing and furniture in storage to make your home look larger Buyers will pay close attentiion to the condition of your roof. Repatch or reshingle where necessary and fix leaky downspouts or gutters. Consider having the carpet cleaned. Pull up any that is outdated or worn. Good luck and we hope you sell your home quickly! << Back To Seller Tools