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First Impressions
You're relocating and now it's time to sell your current home. To make a successful sale you must prepare your property for the market. Creating a positive first impression can make the difference between finding the right buyer and showing your home to many browsers.
There are a wide variety of things you can do to improve your home's appeal. Before showing your property you should look at your home through buyer's eyes. Often when homeowners see their own home they fail to notice inherent flaws or imperfections. By looking as objectively as possible at your property, you can decide what improvements need to be made to attain the maximum impact. Sometimes the smallest improvements can make a significant difference in a potential buyer's perception of your home. Just as a director carefully stages a play to make a desired impression, so must your home be properly staged for sale.
Following these tips will help your house look its best for buyer's showings and open houses. Keep in mind, a potential buyer's first impression is usually the most important and lasting one.
Basement, Attic, Garage
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Clean out the clutter
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Keep stairways and entryways well lit
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Ventilate or dehumidify
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Repair cracked floors and walls
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Stack items against the walls
Kitchen
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To brighten, paint cabinets and put up new curtains.
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Remove any appliances from your counters.
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Leave a delicious smell in the kitchen.
Bathroom
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