What are some quick things that you can do to your house to get it ready to sell while trying to maximize its value is a common question many people ask. The most obvious tip is to make sure your home is clean when you are getting ready to sell. Clean the house to get it to look its very best and so that is sparkles and shines. If the walls are dingy or dreary looking, give them a fresh coat of paint to brighten up the room. Clean stains out of your carpet. Rent a steam cleaner or have a carpet cleaner come over to clean your carpets. Clean your tubs, showers, toilets and sinks so that you can almost see your reflection in them. Dust everything and clean all glass, windows, and mirrors. When a potential buyer walks into a house that is not clean it lowers their expectations and excitement for the house.
Don't forget when looking to sell your home to consult a mortgage broker to get approved for your next home.Odors can form stronger memories than any other sensory input. At the same time, repeated exposure to an odor makes a person less able to detect it. This means that smells you can't even detect may have a huge impact on potential buyers.
Assume everyone viewing your home is overly sensitive and prepare accordingly.
Try to minimize the area pets have access to and use carpet deodorizer frequently in those areas.
After walls are cleaned, avoid frying garlic, onions or strong smelling meats like bacon.
Open bowls of vinegar are good at absorbing odors. Many commercial deodorizers are also very good.
Lightly scented candles or fresh baked bread give viewers a very favorable impression of your home.
Remember that the outside of your house is the first impression people get when they see your home. Be sure to cut the grass, and get rid of any clutter that you may have in your yard. If your house needs a paint job on the outside, it might be a good idea to go ahead and get one done. A new exterior paint job adds a nice touch to any home, and makes it look newer and more clean. In some cases it can add a few thousand dollars to your home's price.
Make sure all shrubs are trimmed and flower beds free of weeds and the lawn is cut. If you are trying to sell in winter make sure the walkway to your house is free of snow and ice. Not only will this bring more curb
appeal to your home it will also eliminate the danger of someone slipping on the ice.
Do not be at home when your house is being shown! This can make the potential buyer nervous, possibly costing you the sale of the house.
Get a head start on packing by packing away knickknacks and other items that aren't needed. You will eliminate clutter and this will make your rooms appear larger and more appealing.
As you reduce your clutter, make sure to increase your lights! Upgrade your bulbs to 100 watt bulbs and let your home shine! Also there seems to be a connection between the smell of fresh paint and a sense of cleanliness. Throwing on a fresh coat of paint will definitely help!
