First impressions are huge in the real estate business. Some people say a home buyer makes up their mind about a house in the first 2 minutes. So if you want your Commerce Twp home to sell try to make a good first impression.
Be sure the front door lock works easily and the key fits properly. If not replace it. When a Realtor and a homebuyer comes to see your home, the agent uses the key from the lock box to unlock the door. If there is trouble working the lock, everyone else stands around twiddling their thumbs. This may send a poor first impression to prospective Commerce Twp homebuyers. You want them inside as quick as possible.
You do not want them studing the caulking, the cracked sidewalk or the dirty siding. They would have missed all of that if the key worked properly. Instead of a good first impression of the inside of your home they now saw little faults that gave a bad impression.
Making the most of that First Impression is important to you the seller. A well-manicured lawn, and neatly trimmed shrubs cost nothing but time. So take the time to do it. A junk-free porch welcome prospects. Pickup the flyers, dust off the cobwebs, and shine up the door knob.
A freshly painted – or at least freshly scrubbed – front door helps too. If it’s spring put down fresh mulch. If it’s winter, shovel the walkways to make it easier for the buyer.. The fewer obstacles between prospects and the true appeal of your home - the better. If you have to hire a landscaper, handyman, or painter to help.
Even if you are security concious you need to open up your shades and blinds. Letting in all the light helps sell your house. I have taken hundreds of buyers through homes in the last few years. A dark house with shades pulled down turns off buyers. Home buyers buy bright cheery houses. Let the light shine in!
The entry way sets the tone for the rest of your house. Make sure it’s in excellent condition with a coat of fresh paint and clean floors. Put away the shoes, coats, keys, and umbrellas.
Getting your Commerce Twp home ready to sell isn't always easy. It does take time, but it is worth it. But there are many low cost fixes that can help you get more money and help sell your home quicker. The quicker you sell it the less you have to spend time keeping it in "showing" condition. It also means the less you have to arrange your life around showings.
So let's get your home sold!
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