Want your home to sell fast?
Decorating and decluttering to “set the stage” for potential buyers should be at the top of your to-do list. Staging your home showcases its best features and helps buyers visualize their families in the space.
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Apply a fresh coat of paint in neutral colors.
It’s also a good idea to remove outdated wallpaper as potential buyers may not share your design taste.
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Open blinds and drapes to let in natural light
Replace or remove old blinds and clear your light fixtures of dust and cobwebs.
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Make repairs where needed.
Fix running toilets, squeaky doors, chipped paint, broken fixtures and anything else that will distract from the desirability of your home.
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Remove all personal items and photos.
You want a buyer to picture his or her family in the space, not yours. Store the kids’ toys away, too.
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Clean inside and out.
Mop, dust, vacuum, repeat. No one wants to move into a house with a moldy shower or sticky refrigerator. If you can’t handle the cleaning yourself, hire a company to do it for you.
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Spruce up landscaping.
Plant flowers, trim bushes, weed the garden, mow the lawn and fix any unsightly cracks in your driveway or sidewalk.
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Declutter your space.
Clean up rooms, closets, cabinets, drawers and bathrooms, especially bathrooms. Stow away your personal hygiene items and medications as well.
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Remove odors.
Clean and deodorize, paying special attention to bathrooms and places where pets and kids congregate. Use baking soda and lemon to remove sink and garbage disposal odors.
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Replace worn out furniture and carpet.
Remove any furniture that is too big for your space, as large pieces can make a room look smaller.
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Update lighting.
Dark homes can appear dreary. Installing new pendant lights and ceiling fan fixtures can make a big difference when it comes to selling your home.