How to Prepare Your House to Sell

Now that we've entered into a "buyer's market", creating a positive first impression and showcasing the best attributes of your home are essential in today's real estate market.

Tips for preparing your house to sell:

• De-clutter: Donate it, dump it, or store it.
• De-personalize: Remove family photos, personal memorabilia, keepsakes, etc.
• Remove furniture: Create the feeling of space, especially if square footage is limited.
• Clean your house: A clean home tells buyers that it is well-maintained.
• Paint the walls: Keep the walls neutral to appeal to more buyers.
• Bring in the light: Take down heavy window treatments, clean the windows, bring in lamps. Buyers like bright rooms.
• Do the minor repairs: Replace light bulbs, fix leaky faucets, make sure closet doors are on track, etc.
• Add curb appeal: Clean the yard, trim the shrubs, add a nice doormat to welcome visitors.
• Update kitchen: Buyers place a huge value on updated kitchens. This is where you should make big improvements. 

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