5 Tips to Help You Sell Quicker Than the Rest!

5 Tips to Help you Sell Quicker than the Rest!

Want your home to stand out from the rest? Look at it from a Buyer's perspective. Here are tips for Sellers to get buyers' interest over other listings out there:

Curb Appeal - First impressions are HUGE in the eyes of a prospective buyer! Next time you drive up to your home, park in the driveway, notice how the yard, landscaping, front door and entry areas would look to a prospective Buyer. The outside "look" of a home is as important as the inside as it is what a prospective buyer sees first. Clean up the yard, trim hedges and shrubs, weed any flowerbeds, add fresh mulch, repair any cracks in concrete or asphalt. Does your driveway or sidewalk need a good powerwash? If so, do it!

Declutter - This is the single most critical aspect of staging your home to sell. Also, it's FREE! Every surface, especially kitchen and bathroom countertops, should be as open and clear as possible. Pack up personal items such as toiletries, photographs, etc. so that potential buyers don't get distracted. You want the buyers to see the home, not your "stuff".

Get Rid of "Ugly" - If you have outdated window coverings, wallpaper, fixtures, furniture and appliances get rid of them! Consider replacing items with low cost fixes. It can make a huge monetary difference in what you get for your home for a small investment. Painting outdated cabinetry in a light color and/or replacing drawer pulls and cabinet handles is also an inexpensive fix. Paint is the cheapest update you can make in a home and it can make a HUGE difference!

CLEAN, CLEAN, CLEAN! I can't say that enough - your entire home must be spotless, especially the kitchen and baths. Countertops, sinks, appliances, floors, walls, even ceilings should shine! Surface cleaning alone is not enough - you must have your home absolutely gleaming. Having all carpet in a home professionally cleaned is a must. If it takes hiring a professional home cleaner, the investment will most likely be worth it in the long run. Your REALTOR should be able to make recommendations to help.

Light and Bright is Key! Every room should be as light and bright as possible. Not only does it make rooms appear larger, but way more inviting. Clean windows inside and out. Open all draperies, blinds and window coverings to let natural light into the room. Lighten up dark walls with inexpensive paint in neutral, light colors. Light colored area rugs can also make a difference.

If you follow these recommendations, it is virtually guaranteed that your listing with outshine other comparable properties on the market and help with shortening the length of time it takes to sell. Check with your professional REALTOR for tips on what your home needs.

Deb Casper, CRS, e-PRO, SFR, CLHMS

RE/MAX Specialists, White Bear Lake, MN Office