The following is a list of suggestions meant to appeal to the
five senses and set your open house apart from others!
- Out of sight, out of mind! Hide away anything you would not see in a
"model" home. This is especially true regarding trash! Remember to
empty all trash bins and remove them from sight. Keep in mind that
potential buyers look at everything! A clean property equates a well
maintained property that will get offers!
- Never underestimate the sense of smell. It is important that your
property passes the "smell test". This may be accomplished by using
many of the various room fresheners available today. We recommend
a long lasting product and prefer the plug-in style. Consider placing
one in each room. Place in an inconspicuous area that is not easily
noticed by potential buyers.
- Do you hear what I hear? This is especially important in creating an
atmosphere of peacefulness. You do not want potential buyers to hear
the furnace turn on or listen to outdoor traffic. Consider playing music
that will not offend most people. Rock and Roll is dead as far as your
open house goes! We suggest playing soft background music that
contains no lyric.
- Potential buyers will be touching surfaces in your property. Not
intentionally, but because they have to! Be certain that all banisters,
handrails, doorknobs and faucets are squeaky clean. You do not want
people to "feel" that your home is anything but squeaky clean!
- We like to suggest leaving a decorative treat filled dish out for potential
buyers. You can fill it with various individually wrapped candies.
Everyone loves chocolate and it makes a hospitable statement about
you and your home!
Thanks for reading!
Author
Julie Rieman
http://www.allaboutredesign.com
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