Getting your home ready for sale? Remember three very important C’s…Clutter Free, Clean, and Color.
Clutter Free: Turn chaos into order and peace. You want prospective buyers to walk into a space and feel good. Go through each room of the house and remove excess items. A crowded room can distract buyers from seeing the space. Replace many small pieces of art with one large piece of art. Leaving space on the wall and floor will show off the architectural features of the home. Don’t stash items in boxes if you don’t plan to move them to your new house. Throw out unused items or donate them for reuse.
Clean: Clean, Clean and then clean again. When you are selling your home make sure it is spotless. Recommend carpets and windows professionally cleaned, however if it is not in the budget do it yourself. You can rent carpet cleaning equipment from your local hardware store. Whether you hire a professional or roll up your sleeves to do it yourself, just get it done. Cleaning and de-cluttering still top the list for the best return on investment for home sellers.
Color: When selling a home, use color to lighten and brighten walls or tone down loud color schemes. A fresh coat of paint is a simple way to update and freshen up a room. Using neutral colors makes it more likely that the buyer’s furniture and décor will work in the house. Beige walls doesn’t have to be boring. You can use artwork, pillows and other decorative items to add color. Keep it simple! You want buyers to walk through the house and start to envision their furnishings in the space.
Remember when you are living in your house it is all about YOU. When you are selling your house it is all about the BUYER.