So you want to sell your Henderson, KY home? Even though we’re in a buyer’s market, homes are still selling in the area! With that said, your house isn’t going to sell itself. Yes, it probably looks quite nice next to a foreclosure, but there’s some big competition out there and it’s important to put some work into your home before putting it on the market. I want to give you a few tips on how to make your home as appealing as it can be before you contact a Henderson, KY real estate agent (ideally, me!) to help you sell your property.
1. Get your home squeaky clean
While you need to give your whole house a good scrubbing, the kitchen and bathrooms in particular need to be spotless in order to impress potential homebuyers. What is clean to you may not necessarily but up to the standards of those walking through your home during an open house. For this reason, I suggest you hire a professional to give your home a competitive edge over others in your neighborhood. Trust me, the investment will be worth it!
2. Ditch the clutter
Make your Henderson, KY home appear larger by eliminating clutter around the house. De-personalizing your home also goes along with de-cluttering. Potential homebuyers walking through your home will have an easier time picturing themselves living there if your family photos aren’t lining the walls and your kids’ drawings aren’t on the refrigerator. Though it’s emotional, it’s important to remember that you aren’t living in your home any longer, you’re showing it.
3. Go neutral
Remember when your kids begged you to paint their rooms neon blue and pink? Unfortunately, potential homebuyers won’t see the same appeal you and your family do. Take the time to carefully paint the walls in each room a neutral color. Neutrals have a more broad appeal and give potential homebuyers a clean canvas to look at instead of being distracted by bright colors. If the carpet is stained, hire a carpet cleaner or rent a carpet cleaner as an inexpensive option.
4. Fix up the yard
What’s the first thing someone will notice when the pull up to your Henderson, KY home? The exterior appearance of your house and yard! Curb appeal is so important for making a good first impression on potential homebuyers. Keep your lawn trimmed and landscaping tidy. Plant some colorful flowers or simply have a few pretty potted plants near your front door. Even the smallest changes can make a big difference.
As you can see, these tips require you to spend little to no extra money on making your Henderson, KY home beautiful before putting it on the market. If you’re curious as to what other improvements you should make to get the most for your money, please feel free to contact me! I’m ready and willing to help.
Kathy Jackson
RE/MAX Superior, REALTORS
(270) 844-2607
kathyjackson_realtor@yahoo.com
http://www.HendersonHomesToday.com
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