Getting the home owner to follow through

Are you kidding? Sometimes I can not even get them to take out the trash.

I will be watching to see if you get any great responces because I could sure use some ideas.

Many times it takes a home to be on the market awhile before they get it...

all the best, Charles

I have had this problem.  Some people are very resistant to change.  I try my best to educate them on the benefits of "following through" with my recommendations.  I show before and afters so they can see the impact even the smallest changes can make. 

Sometimes though, they still aren't willing to budge.  I don't think that there is much more you can do.  Just do you best to educate and if they are not willing move on.  You never know once their house has been on the market a while, they may come around.

~Kimberly~

Oh Yeah Isabel, people are penny wise and pound foolish with their biggest investment.  They would rather lower the price than lift a finger to get the house in shape for a top dollar sale.  Sometimes I think it is just too mind boggling for them to comprehend the undertaking.  You might suggest they at least paint over the wallpaper, if its well stuck to the wall.  At least they wouldn't be looking at two major jobs.

Terry Haugen - STAGE it RIGHT!

You might try telling them that you have all of the necessary resources for them.  A painter, tile, carpet etc.  I have had great luck doing this and sellers really find it helpful that they don't have to do the leg work themselves.  I too will be watching for good ideas!  Great post.