Showing Off Your Pullman WA Home!
The time for those buyers looking for a new home in Pullman is here! With the snow all melted and the longer days upon us, you want to put your best foot forward for the buyer. The subject of this blog is to provide a quick checklist of things you should do before that all important showing.
1. Welcome! Make sure your front door is free of debris, clean and welcoming. Primroses are out and would provide a nice splash of color after a long winter here in Pullman.
2. Turn The Lights On! It costs so little to turn on the lights, but so many just don't do it. I don't know about you, but I have gone into a lot of homes that the lights are turned off. I get a sense of feeling uncomfortable...maybe your buyer does to. Not to mention the gloomy feel. Ever see a picture of a house in the dark, the lights glowing from inside give a nice warm feeling. And do open the curtains to let the natural light take center stage!
3. Adjust The Temperature! If it is still cool outside, for heaven's sake turn up the heat. We are looking for a warm and cozy feeling, remember? When we are shivering we are not feeling too comfortable, are we?
4. Air It Out! Weather permitting some fresh air goes a long way. We have all been cooped up with winter. Remember t
he phrase, like a breath of fresh air. Fresh air will beat out stale air and odors every time.
5. Get It Clean! I am assuming your home is show ready if you are on the market, but please remember to take some time to get the dishes out of sight, beds made, the kitchen counters clean, and wipe down the bathroom. And above all, please put the lid down on the toilet....
6. Pet Advice! I love animals, and if you have one, you probably do too. But your buyer may not. Many folks are afraid of dogs, or allergic to pet hair. Please take your pet with you and remove all bit of evidence you can. Doggie dishes, kitty dishes and kitty boxes should be picked up or hidden if at all possible. And put your nose to the test. Does it smell like an animal lives there? If it does, your buyer probably won't.
Some folks go even a step further with a plate of cookies welcoming their guests, or a welcome note on the counter. These may be simple gestures, but often providing a great way to set their home apart, and let their buyer know that they appreciate them coming to look, and that they would love to see an offer!
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