As a Colorado Springs Military Relocation Specialist, I show a lot of homes near Peterson AFB.
I've put together the top 3 things that really pique a buyer's interest (or completely turn them off.) These tips can mean the difference between a quick sell for top dollar or several more months of sitting on the market.
1. Keep a Clean House
This sounds like a real no-brainer, but you might be surprised how many homes are dirty and cluttered for showings. Nothing turns off a potential buyer faster than a mess. And while a few people can look past the couple hundred dollars it would take to make it spotless, the fact is that most don't. When you're looking at 15 houses in a day, that means the dirty ones automatically get eliminated 95% of the time. Keep your house clean and keep it in the game.
2. Make Curb Appeal a Priority
A buyer's first impression of a home is made as they're walking up to the door. In every house hunting session it seems there's always at least 1 home that we drive up to and then promptly drive away from....due to curb appeal. Freshly cut green grass and a little touch up paint goes a long way. And while it can take some time to bring a lawn back to life, it's a relatively cheap fix and is well worth the time and money spent.
3. Paint Your House with Neutral (not Boring) Colors
Don't force a buyer to put his/her imagination in overload. If they like a home, buyer's are pretty good about imaging their own furniture and belongings inside the house. Start making them think of room colors and you're heading for uncharted territory. Garrish and bright colors can distract a buyer from what you want him to think about...namely all the great features and benefits your home has to offer. Nearly as bad are the homes near Peterson AFB that have white wall throughout. No one likes to feel they're in a hospital. Put some color in your house and choose different colors for different areas of the home.
Remember, you're competing against New Homes for Peterson AFB real estate as well as the other houses in your neighborhood. These tips are designed to help to make your home stand out from the crowd. Follow these simple guidelines and you'll make the odds work in YOUR favor instead of your competition's.
Contact me if you'd like to sell your home near Peterson AFB for top dollar.
If you're relocating to the area, be sure to check out our Colorado Springs Military Relocation FAQ.
Jamie Mades, REALTOR
Keller Williams Clients Choice
Office: (719) 535-0355
Direct: (719) 322-4645
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Jamie specializes in Colorado Springs homes for sale and Colorado Springs Military Relocation, providing buyer and seller services for homes near Peterson AFB, homes near Fort Carson, homes near Schriever AFB and homes near the Air Force Academy.
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