"The first step to maximize the sale of your home is to properly prepare for the best show. These 24 tips Home Staging experts can help in a big way in a hot or cold real estate market, increase sales opportunities, speed with which they sold, and the price you get. "
1). Make all necessary repairs
Every little flaw can away from the attractiveness of your house to potential buyers. A leaky toilet, faucet, a bell or broken plaster that peels off inMoll likes bad for you, but this article could lose a total mark of the owners, the home buyer. Therefore, these minor problems will be repaired or replaced will be covered. Must ignore all these signs of the owner to remove. These elements can be easily lost, so be sure to check your house completely, so that you can find and repair. The best thing about this is that small repairs are relatively inexpensive and more you can do in a short periodtime.
NOTE # 1 - buy on emotion Buyer: believe it or not, almost all buyers buy on emotion (you may remember, if you bought your house current, "felt good" - the speech is emotion, not logic). The seller has experts looking for ways to make at home for an emotional bond with the buyer. As a basis of 24 Home Staging expert tips in this article, this is probably the most important point.
2). STRICT ATTENTION the first 30 seconds
There areconvincing evidence that the buyer make their views known during the first half minute or so, the first view of a property. Therefore, the waterfront, a few steps, front door and entrance area are so important. Even if your bedroom is on the second floor beautifully, if a buyer is off when they get up, it's probably too late. First, make sure the sidewalk is clear of weeds and debris (and ice in winter), do your best to clean up the entrance clean and tidy (and more shoesBoots look), painting the front door (nice and shiny) - creates a good first impression;! consider replacing a rusted mailbox, and so on. If the glass door is broken, replace the screen.
Buyers make their minds quickly, usually within the first 30 seconds - IMPORTANT # 2: pay large sums of professional marketing to capture people's interest in the first 30 seconds, after which time they know that they have too oo Another important point later in the house 24 expertsStaging suggestions.
3). Create the illusion of spaciousness
Home stager professionals know that most people are looking for more living space when they are looking for a new home - and then "de-cluttered" is the first and most important technique they use. There is a subtle way for your home seem larger than it actually is. The first thing to do to look great rooms can eliminate bulky, unnecessary furniture. A room with an open space of a room appear largerthe same size as full of furniture. In addition, the mirrors positioned correctly can be twice as big as a room, and you may want to consider purchasing one or more of them. Remove unnecessary clothing room and bedroom closets, and store them elsewhere. Following is additional space in your wardrobe with a luxurious, prosperous feel at home.
4). Design your ROOM
Most of those homes as spacious, bright and welcoming. How do you this? If you have lots of windows, halfYour problem is solved. Keep the blinds closed - open the curtains and let the sun in a pure state! If your home does not get much sun to check to see if there is something that your light cutting. The solution can be as simple as clearing overgrown shrubs or simply wash the windows.
If you have a bright room, new fully mature plants hung in the room. This gives the impression that the room is ideal for growing beautiful plants. If there is room forlittle light 'of sun, she with a coat of gloss paint. Finally, one of the easiest ways to improve the look of any room, simply increase the power of light bulbs - the space is to show not only better, it will be even bigger.
5). Dealing with an eyesore, if you have no control
Just as the bright, clean rooms in your house to emphasize, you should also hide the negative characteristics sale. A negative point of sale could be any unpleasant deposits in theYour neighbors outside the site (especially something like an old car or trailer). Do not try this with a heavy curtain to hide, why this is one of the first things a potential buyer looks around. Try the view from the windows hung a large attachment to distort the right. If you want to spend more, you can shutters. Make sure that the shutter to let the light shine Finally, depending on your relationship with your neighbors, you might ask to clean itup!
NOTE # 3 - My job as a seller and potential buyers 'RELAX' And to feel good "home" to relax when the same buyers, who were raised in the house, and this is the first step to an offer.
6). Comfortable temperature
Shoppers can relax and feel like buying, if you are comfortable. A great way to feel at ease at all is to keep your home cozy and warm in winter, cool in summer and luxury. In the colder months, even though the houseusually not required, the heat, you do not want to turn off the buyer from the house too cold. People ask if there are problems with the insulation. It can be a bit 'more about your hydro or gas bill costs, but this is not the time to save. The same is true in summer, when it will come out very hot, a nice cool house to make potential buyers feel more comfortable. Thus, the central air conditioning is an asset outright sale.
7). Playing in the backgroundMUSIC
Remember Key Point # 1 - Buyers buy on emotion. The music has subliminal forces. Stores pipe in background music for customers in a pleasant and relaxed for (what else?) To buy. If you want to play music, keep the volume very low. Do not play the music that moves over the senses, such as hard rock and roll. The music should be just "there", a reassuring point of sale, not to disturb the conversation of the people '.
8). Eliminate odors
EveryHouse has its own distinct smell, some of which may affect the buyer. Those who care: Animals, heavy smoking, smells, spices. We use the best products available to get rid of those unwanted odors, and remember, "air" to the house by opening a window or two, before an open house or showing.
9). Display photographs that the house the other seasons EXHIBITION
If your house is beautiful in the spring you will have trouble, they send the buyer in the heart ofWinter. During the time that just your home, you should take pictures of the exterior of the house during different seasons. To mitigate these photos to show uncertainty in the mind of the buyer.
10). Investing in a doormat
There is almost no better or more convenient to make a good impression before you do it by buying a new doormat clean. First impressions are absolutely critical, and an old worn out doormat is a telltale sign of negligence of the owner. In addition, a good way to pad the mud tracked parkedYour home during the show.
11). Make your home WELCOME TO APPEAR
As mentioned above, first impressions are crucial, many people go into a house and then go away immediately if they feel uncomfortable with the property, the external appearance. Be sure to see some home buyers, many houses in one day, and may feel that they are reduced to their work is not much time to look at houses are not satisfied. For example, if the curtains are drawn and most ofThe lights are off can seem like your home is an impregnable fortress. Put on lots of lights, including the porch light so that buyers feel welcome.
12). Highlight your fireplace
Almost everyone loves a fireplace! If you have a fireplace, you should use it for all it's worth. Allows the season, a fire every time the house is shown, and during the open day. Illuminated by the fire of a room looks and smells appealing. You can also show people that your chimney actuallyto work.
13). HAVE THE BEST HOME smell
Smells can bring back many feelings of nostalgia for a potential buyer. One way this can give rise, has led some freshly baked cookies or bread freshly baked in the oven. This property is an old technique, but it certainly is not working. It may also offer fresh baked goods for the people during the open house. Another alternative is to put a few drops of vanilla extract on a piece of aluminum foil, then place them in an oven to 250 degrees. Turn theHeat for 10 minutes, but the flavor is in the house for hours. Another point to be sure not to overdo it with the air fresheners. The last thing we want is that your house smell like disinfectant. This gives the impression that you are trying to hide some unpleasant smell. The more natural your house smells, the buyer will feel more comfortable. Pot-pourri is probably the best natural scent, and try something in a bowl decorative important areas, however - the entrance hallBath, the master bedroom.
14) invest in a shower curtain
You'd be surprised how many people their old, moldy shower curtains are used, but this is the first thing a buyer will notice when entering the bathroom. Shower curtains are quite cheap and can appear brighter room.
15). PUT OUT towels and soap
Accentuate the bathroom, you should put out new towels and soap. Most people know these things before you have guests over,So why do not do these things for potential buyers? For the effect, you can make beautiful, scented bars.
16). Prepare your home for sale 'depersonalization'
This is a difficult concept for many homeowners to embrace, but at home stager professional knowledge which can several times, very personal touch in every home, and have a strong emotional bond with the current owner will not be connected to the potential buyer, and may actually serve to separateemotionally. For example things like a collection of dolls, a collection of records or record an entire wall, a large amount of personal family photos will be displayed throughout the house, tend to avoid identifying the buyer of the house. There is always a good idea, this very personal items to remove from home - the idea is to sell the house in a state that everyone can identify with it present.
17). To use the garden FLOWER ACCENT
Even if you have a green thumb, you canor to disguise your property with flowers. Just go to the nearest nursery and buy mature plants that flower ready. It may take a while 'to water the flowers every week up to par. Make sure the plants have already begun to bloom, and plant them close together for a collective effect. One or two pots of flowering plants on the front step or porch can instantly add charm to the house.
NOTE # 4: The women almost always HOUSE PURCHASE DECISION: Sorry, but males withheterosexual couples in North America and even in our multicultural world of today, women are almost always the driving force for the purchase of a house, and almost always have the last word is acquired property.
Most of the indicators mentioned above are designed to appeal particularly to women, here are some that may appeal to men and women
18). FIRST FLOOR AREA a workbench
A properly organized work bench area can be a real selling point for any home. Leave the work areamessy and disorganized. Tools will always look best when they are neatly mounted on a wall. In addition, make sure you have enough light in this room.
19). FIX the driveway
This really falls into the category of "first impression". A driveway deteriorated only spells more work for the potential buyer. Cracks and holes, pulling weeds or annoying to use when renewing the driveway (can spray on a new surface surprisingly accessible) work required. In winter,should ensure that the entry of frozen snow and patches. The cleaner the lane, the easier it seems to be the new home owners to manage. If the house is empty, a quarter of shoveling to do for you children. A potential buyer will be so impressed that a free country should be kept as well.
20). REPLACE garage door or paint
One of the most effective things you can give your "call house edge 'is to put on a garage door of imagination. This is a relatively simple way to add a lotOtherwise boring class to a property. Garage doors are prime candidates for a fresh coat of paint. A nice, shiny gloss adds appeal to any home immediately, and can be done in an afternoon.
21). KEEP THE SITE in good shape
Keep your trees and trim hedges, keep your lawn well-maintained, keeping the grass well watered, the border areas between the sidewalk and the grass - all this work, add a good first impression of the house. If you have a dog, be absolutely certain thatthe grass is clean. Herb garden in bloom, and keep your deck or patio clean and free of dirt.
22) Spend some 'time-GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Put all the clutter, be sure that beds are made and the rooms are clean during the demonstrations. Polish floors, vacuum carpets, paint or repaint the walls where necessary. Replace blown light bulbs, cleaning or replacing the shades, lentils, blankets, etc. Check all switches for operation. Check all the doors that open and close easily and freely, all the oilHinges squeak. Clean and polish all appliances - stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer, etc. Pay particular on the stove and the hood and fan.
23). GET RID OF STUFF accumulated YARD
Trailers, boats, mobile homes, more cars and so on must be stored only after the sale elsewhere. All items must be stored outdoors must be kept clean and / or blankets.
24). TRY and do during the demonstrations
Buyers are always more relaxed when theProvider does not exist, take the dog for a walk, go get a coffee, take the kids to the park, whatever - but try to be away during screenings.
These are some of the advanced methods that will help you sell better and faster. The extent to which you FIX your home depends on you, but each method used to obtain results.
