Selling Your Lindenhurst NY Home - Where To Put Your Pets?
As a Realtor, I see all too often home owners letting the pets stay at home during open houses. I hear comments from buyers about the pet "smell" or the pet jumping on them. If you have a large dog, that can be a liability to you. What if that buyer falls and gets hurt? You have to avoid that at all costs.
The prospective buyers also could have allergies and if they have an allergy attack, they will leave your home pronto and never return! The only thing they will remember about your home, is having an allergy attack there. Remember, bad news and experiences travels fast!
Some people are just scared of dogs. I know that is not your problem per sé, but you do want to sell your home right?
You worked hard on decluttering and making necessary repairs. What do you do with your pets?
You have to remove your pets from your home when it's being shown during the open house. Take fido and kitty with you. Go to a dog park, a friend or family member's house.
Sometimes, a pet can be a distraction if a buyer is an animal lover and that will detract them from seeing and remembering your home. I'm an animal lover myself and I know the pet will be a distraction. No one can help themselves when they see a cute and friendly pet! I know I can't :)
If you have a litter box, empty it and put it outside, in the garage or basement.
I do not suggest boarding. Boarding creates stress to your beloved pet and therefore will decrease their resistance to illness/disease.
I find that most times, family and friends will be happy to help.
Even when your pet is not in the home, their smell is lingering. You won't notice it because you live there with your pet for years. But buyers will notice the smell. Get your carpets and curtains cleaned. It's a small expense but worth every penny.
Either way, do your best to remove your pets from your home. Like I said earlier, recruit your family and friends to help!
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