1)
Hire a cleaning service.... A spotlessly clean and uncluttered
home is essential.
2)
Mow your lawn, and be sure toys and yard equipment are put away.
3)
Serve cookies, coffee and soft drinks. It creates a welcoming
touch. But be sure the kitchen has been cleaned up, use disposable
cups so the sink doesn't fill up.
4)
Lock up your valuables, jewelry and money. although the real
estate salesperson will be on site during the open house, it's
impossible to watch everyone all the time.
5)Turn
on all the lights. Even in the daylight, incandescent lights add
sparkle.
6)
Send your pets to a neighbor or take them outside. It that's not
possible, crate them or confine them to one room ( a basement or bath ),
and let the salesperson know where to find them.
7)
LEAVE...
It's awkward for prospective buyers to look in your closets and express
their opinions of your home with you there. |
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10 Ways to make Your
Home
Irresistible at an Open House...
1) Put
fresh or silk flowers in principal rooms for a touch of color
2)
Add a new shower curtain, fresh towels and new guest soaps to
every bath
3)
Set out potpourri or fresh baked goods for a
homey small
4)
Set the table with pretty dishes and candles
5)
Buy a fresh doormat with a clever saying
6)
Take one or 2 major pieces of furniture out of
every room to create a sense of spaciousness
7)
Put away kitchen appliances and personal
bathroom items to give the illusion of more
counter space
8)
Lay a fire in the fireplace. Or put a basket of flowers there if it's
not in use.
9)
Depersonalize the rooms by putting away family photos,
mementos and distinctive artwork.
10)
Turn on the sprinklers for 30 minutes to make the lawn sparkle. |
