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The Best Approach.
The first thing a potential buyer sees is the front
of your home. Make sure the lawn is freshly cut and
the landscaping is neatly manicured. Touch up any
chipped paint where necessary and remove any debris
that has found its way onto your property.
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Clear the Way.
Everyone loves a grand entrance. Umbrellas, coats
and shoes should all find a home in a nearby closet
or utility room. Move any large pieces of furniture
that may block or obscure incoming and outgoing traffic.
Try mirrors or flowers for a light and airy look.
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Be a Space Case.
The bigger the better. Store any unnecessary furniture
and items that may clog up rooms and halls in a storage
unit. Allow plenty of floor and wall space to show.
This will make your home look and feel larger to the
potential buyer.
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In the Clean and Clear.
Nobody likes a dirty house. Vacuum, dust and scrub
your house from top to bottom. Even do windows and
light fixtures.
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Show Your Nooks and Crannies.
Allow porches, alcoves, garages, tool sheds and any
other storage areas to show without shame. Hang yard
tools and sporting equipment on walls or from the
ceiling of your garage or tool shed. Remove items
that are dust collectors and space mongers.
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Clear the Closet.
Not many homes have enough closet space, but yours
should look like it does. Clear out closets so they
look well-ordered and spacious. Keep as many belongings
off the closet floor as possible, and make sure it's
neatly vacuumed. This gives the feeling of plenty
of closet space to the potential buyer.
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Lighten Up.
Keep curtains open to allow plenty of light to radiate
in. Clean your skylights to allow maximum sunlight
penetration. Remove any objects or furniture that
may be blocking windows or sliding glass doors. Make
certain all light fixtures have new, brightly burning
bulbs. Remember, light equals space.
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Two Moves Are Never Better
Than One.
If you are going to move into a rental before buying
a home, store your belongings and live with the bare
necessities. This will keep furniture and breakables
free from potential damage that could be incurred
during extra, unnecessary moving.
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Safe Passage.
Store extra belongings in a temperature-controlled,
secure, well-lit environment. Knowing your keepsakes
are in a safe place helps provide peace of mind during
a stressful transition time
