Prepare to Sell

You can do much to increase the appeal of your home and create a lasting impact on potential buyers.

Curb appeal. Keep your landscaping pristine. In addition, adding creative touches to your yard, such as colorful annuals, will create an immediate impact on passers-by and potential buyers.

House repairs. Simple upgrades, such as correcting any deferred maintenance or freshly painting the most frequently used rooms, can instantly brighten up your home.

Cleanliness and staging. Keep your home uncluttered, sweet smelling and well lit from top to bottom. Pay attention to details; put away any reference to pets, have your carpets cleaned, place a vase of fresh flowers in the hall, and pop a batch of cookies in the oven just before a showing. Let your HomeSense® Realty Agent check the house before you accept any potential buyers to see how you can improve the staging further.

Showtime. Presenting your home to potential buyers is a job that your HomeSense® Realty Agent will take care of for you. Buyers feel more comfortable discussing the property with the agent if you're not there. Moreover, your HomeSense® Realty Agent will know the information that will be most useful in representing your interests when speaking with prospective buyers.

For more information on any of these issues, contact a local HomeSense® Realty Agent.