Curb Appeal Tips for Your Babylon Village Home
It is more important than ever to make your home shine in the eyes of potential buyers. Equally important for sellers, however, is to make an impact on potential buyers without spending a lot of money. Here are a few ideas:
Make those small fixes you've been putting off Is the handle on the kitchen cabinet loose? Is a corner of wallpaper hanging off the wall? Are there oil stains on the garage floor or rust stains on the stucco? Now is the time to get these small tasks checked off. For a little time and very little money, you can make a big impact on how buyers feel about your home, and how they remember your home in comparison to others they've looked at.
Touch up paint: Most likely you have paint left over, taking up space in your garage. Take it out and spend an hour or two making sure the edges are smooth and scuffmarks are covered. A well cared for home feels good to buyers, and they will remember your home more favorably.
Clean, clean, clean! Nothing affects a potential buyer quite like a clean home! Take time to dust and vacuum the entire house. Make sure toilets, sinks and mirrors are clean. And don't forget to tidy up inside closets and cupboards, as well as in the attic, basement and garage. Remember, buyers will be looking EVERYWHERE!
Declutter! I know you've heard it a thousand times, but it really does make a difference. Put unnecessary décor and personal pictures in boxes and store them neatly on storage shelves or in the attic or basement, if you have one. If you don't have space in your home, maybe a family member or friend has an attic or basement you could store your boxes for a few months. If you have a lot of stuff, you may need to rent a storage unit while your home is on the market, but storage is inexpensive and many companies offer deals for a free month.
Include appliances Buyers are looking for value, and only a great deal is going to motivate them to make an offer. For instance, when deciding between your home and another, a home that includes a washer and dryer is going to be more appealing than one that just has a hookup for these appliances. Buyers will consider costs they will have after buying the home before deciding to make an offer.
No loose, cracked or curling shingles on the roof Adequate chimney caulking and flashing Windows, window sills and shutters all in good condition.
No peeling paint.
Gutters free of debris.
Down-spouts securely attached.
Clean driveway.
Uncluttered garage.
No obvious weeds or dead flowers and plants in your flower beds.
Trimmed hedges and no clippings.
No dead tree branches.
Fresh seasonal flowers in window boxes and planters.
Adequate outdoor lighting.
Safe walkways with no tripping hazards.
Before you list your property for sale, keep in mind that potential buyers will not cherish the marks on the bedroom wall recording the growth of your youngest child; they may not approve your pet’s bed and food dishes in the kitchen; perhaps their favorite wall treatment is not orange paint patterned with blue polka dots.
Here’s how to make your home’s interior more presentable:
Remove excess personal photos, travel souvenirs and large posters Organize bookshelves, toy storage and hobby or workshop areas Wash windows, mirrors and any other decorative glass Shampoo carpeting and clean all hard surface flooring
Dust everything.
Regrout bathroom tile, if necessary, and remove mildew stains in laundry and bath.
Reorganize closets and donate unnecessary clothing.
Display fresh towels and clean bedding.
Tidy up the kitchen and bath.
Repaint walls in neutral colors for maximum appeal if necessary.
Remove excess furniture and household goods to a storage facility, consignment shop or charity institution.
So take a weekend, make a checklist, bribe a friend or two with pizza to help you out, and get your home in top shape for visiting buyers. You'll be amazed at what a difference just these few things can do to make your home shine!
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