Did you know that Spring is the best time to sell your home? This is the time of year when the largest number of buyers search the market. Grass is growing, trees have put out, and flowers are in bloom. Longer days mean buyers have more time throughout the week to look at homes. What can you do to make sure your home stands out among the competition?
Incorporate Flowers
Flowers can instantly elevate the look of your house. After a long winter, everyone is excited to see the first signs of spring. Arrange containers of flowers along the walkway and near the entrance of your home. A word of caution: Be sure to avoid cramming too many flowers around your house and in the yard. A cluttered yard can be a turnoff to buyers.
Bring the fragrance indoors with fresh cut flowers arranged in the kitchen, living room and master bedroom / bath. Yellow heightens the feelings of happiness and contentment. Lilacs and peonies are perfect for the occasion and are quite fragrant. Be sure to not overwhelm those who might be sensitive and trigger allergies.
Deep Clean
Clean is FREE and sparkle SELLS. Now is the time to do a deep clean in preparation to sale your home. Wash windows inside and out to welcome the sunlight. Clean the drapes, curtains and blinds, ridding the accumulated dust and spider webs from the corners. Remove dirt from the baseboards and have the carpets professionally cleaned. Clean tile, polish hardwoods, and replace worn out rugs inside the home as well as at the front and back doors. Don’t forget the mirrors as this will reflect the light and further brighten your home. A cleaner home will always make your home more appealing to potential buyers.
Stage Your Home
Use throw pillows and inexpensive accents with spring colors like pale blue, lavender, pink, yellow and light green will to brighten your home.
Don’t forget the bathrooms! Layered towels and rolled washcloths on the counter will add a wonderful splash of color.
Our Ohio Valley spring weather is known for the unpredictability. We can have warm and sunshine one day with breezy, chilly air and rain the next. Proactively remove the awkwardness for a buyer entering your home with muddy or wet shoes. Offer a mat and an umbrella stand near the entrance.
Be sure to remove all clutter. This may mean that some belongings need to go into storage. For example, if you leave closets half empty, they appear more spacious. Arrange furniture so that spaces feel as large as possible. The goal of staging is to help buyers see the full potential of your home.
Yardwork
The front yard is the first thing potential buyers will see as they pull up to your home. It needs to be well manicured. Clean out the debris and dead leaves from your bushes and landscape, cutting back limbs if necessary to free the exterior of your home. Ensure bushes are not overgrown and covering windows.
Treats and Photos
For a final touch of the tour, place a platter of individually wrapped treats, tied with a ribbon. Small, handwritten notes to identify snacks that are dairy and nut-free will add a nice touch. Good conversation, a welcoming atmosphere and lingering in the home is what you are after.
This is also a perfect time to sell the dream, and a picture is worth a thousand words. Spend a little time to create a small photo book showcasing your home in all seasons. Select photos entertaining family and friends with memorable moments. Flaunt your home, inside and out, to its best advantage.
Follow the tips above to ensure your home stands out from the competition and makes a lasting impression. Legacy Real Estate is here to help you get top dollar for your home and the best price for your new home. Licensed in both Indiana and Kentucky, we have a thorough understanding of the real estate market. We will work hard on your behalf to make the selling and buying process as seamless as possible. Contact us today for a free consultation.