Despite the rollercoaster ride of the pandemic, the housing market is strong and healthy. If you are looking to sell your home, you’re in luck as it is a definite sellers market out there. With inventory low and competition high, it’s a great time to list your home. According to real estate experts, today’s buyers are looking for a move-in-ready home. This means staging your home just right can make a big difference in selling your home fast and for the highest amount possible. When preparing your home for sale knowing the common mistakes and mishaps to avoid can be helpful in ensuring you are showing the home of someone’s dreams.
Staging Mishaps to Avoid:
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Full Closets – Having packed closets, no matter how big or small, will give the illusion of not having enough space. Leave your closets half empty for the illusion of more room.
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Darkness – Good light is the one thing that every buyer cites that they want in a home. Take down the drapes, clean the windows, change the lampshades, increase the wattage of your light bulbs and cut the bushes outside to let in sunshine. Do what you have to do to make your house bright and cheery.
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Furry Friends – Buyers may be frightened, allergic or distracted by your pets. It’s best if you can remove your dog from your home during a showing. It’s also important to be sure to thoroughly clean up pet fur and dander.
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What makes the House YOUR Home – The last thing you want to do is distract, offend or provoke buyers. You want them to see the house, not you or your family.
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Plants Galore – Your houseplants may be prized to you, but having too many on display will take up needed visual space.
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Wallpaper – Even though wallpaper is making a comeback, usually it just dates the home. Paint your rooms a neutral color instead.
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Bathroom Carpets – Just no.
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Faux Crystal Faucet Handles – Acrylic knobs in the bathroom look cheap and can be impractical. Replace them with flipper or lever style handles, a polished chrome finish is a good and affordable option.
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Vanity Strips – Replace it with a fixture that includes a shade for each bulb or a bath bar in a style and finish that complements your faucet set.
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Area Rugs Everywhere – Small area rugs, scatter rugs and runners add color, help define spaces and dampen noise. But they can work against you when you’re trying to neutralize your home and make it look as spacious as possible for buyers.
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Personal Paint Palette – Paint over colors that reflect your taste and personality. Fun colors are for living, but neutrals are for selling.
Along with making your home look gorgeous, it is also necessary to finish the small repairs around your home that are sure to be spotted by potential buyers and inspectors. Before footing the bill for any repairs, you’ll want to consult with a local real estate agent to find out which home features buyers in your area desire most. This should help you determine which of your home’s much-needed improvements are worth the effort and to set a remodeling budget that’s realistic. Key Realty professionals are experts in knowing exactly what improvements can and should be made to receive top dollar for your home. Contact them today to schedule a confidential, no obligation listing appointment.