You have done everything you can think of to prepare you home for potential buyers.
But there may be some things you haven’t considered. Take a look at some of the
ways that can scare away potential buyers to see if there is something you need
change or fix.
Odors: Cigarette smoke and pets are the main sources of bad odors in the home.
Mold and mildew are close behind. If you smoke indoors, it is time to stop while
your house is on the market. It may be inconvenient, but it is a small change that
can make a difference on whether or not you get a buyer.
Pets: What do you plan to do with your pets during home tours? Some buyers may
be afraid of dogs or allergic to cats. You should make a plan to have someone
watch your dog during tours. Also make sure that everything is vacuumed
Thoroughly. If you have a cat, make sure the litter box is cleaned and has
fresh litter in it. You don’t want your potential buyers to be assaulted
by the dreaded litter box smell!
Dirty Bathrooms: Some people can live with bathroom grime, especially if it is
the master bedroom bath. But, it will definitely gross out a potential buyer!
Make sure your bathroom is scrubbed spotless. Replace the shower curtain and
place some coordinating towels etc; to give it a nice touch.
Dark Rooms: Dark rooms can cause a buyer to think you are trying to hide flaws, etc.
Open the blinds and turn on the lights to brighten up every room in the house. If
you need more light, buy an inexpensive lamp or two. Also hang mirrors on
the wall to catch reflected light. This will also make the room appear bigger.
Outdated Wallpaper: You should always strip away and remove wallpaper before
showing a home. To a potential buyer who does not like wallpaper, seeing it
on a wall may cause them to think about how much work it will take to
remove it themselves. This could cause them to walk away. Better to get
rid of the wallpaper and paint the wall with a neutral color.
Dank Basements: If your basement smells like mold and mildew, the buyers
may walk away. Mold and mildew makes one think of expensive leak
repairs. Find and fix the problem before it becomes the reason your house
isn’t selling.
Pests: If you have an insect problem, get a professional company to come
and fix the problem.
Curb Appeal & Clutter: We have discussed the need for an inviting curb
appeal. First impressions will detemine whether a buyer will walk in your
door, or drive away. Declutter that garage/carport. Make sure that these
areas have not become a catch all for storing items.
Seller Presence: Buyer tend to feel pressured or intimidated when the seller
is present at showings. Take a drive or run some errands and give the
potential buyer a chance to tour the home and speak freely with
their real estate agent. Make sure you lock up your valuables and
prescription meds before you go!
The above issues can be easily remedied. It will help you to
attract potential buyers and market your home in an
effective way. Simple fixes = SOLD!
For all your real estate needs contact Sheri Jones today!
Sherijones2012@gmail.com 909-660-1838
#Dont’ScareAwayBuyers #RealEstate #HomesBySheri
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