It simply makes sense to clean up both the interior and exterior of your home before listing it for sale. But that doesn’t mean you have to undertake major home renovation projects in order to sell your home. With a little effort you can increase the perceived value of your home by a great margin. Keep reading to learn strategic ways to elevate your property sale.
1. Exterior of Home
First impressions matter. Elevating your property’s curb appeal will draw more buyers in while increasing your home’s value at first glance.
- Keep lawns cut
- Trim hedges and bushes
- Weed and edge gardens
- Clear driveway and clean stains
- Clean out garage
- Power wash home exterior
- Touch up paint
- Plant colorful flowers
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2. At The Front Door
- Clean porch and foyer
- Ensure doorbell works
- Repair any broken screens
- Fresh paint or varnish front door
- Repair any damages to the door and/or locks
3. Setting the Right Mood
You want to strike a connection with potential homeowners immediately. Setting a comfortable ambiance that plays on the senses will relax buyers and invite in their imagination.
- Make sure your home smells fresh and clean
- Turn on lights
- Turn on air conditioner/heater
- Open the drapes
- Light the fireplace
Selling your home is a big decision! It’s always a good idea to be well-informed. Here are a few more blog posts you might find helpful:
- 3 Steps to Start Your Uxbridge Home Sale Off Right
- Selling Your Uxbridge Home: Realtor & Market Considerations
4. Maximize Open Space
Creating a blank canvas is an important part of staging your home, so buyers can see themselves in the space, as their own.
- Clear halls and stairs of clutter
- Clear kitchen counter and stove top
- Clear closets of unnecessary items
- Remove empty boxes and storage
- Put away personal photos so buyers can envision the house as theirs
5. Maintenance
You don’t want to give buyers a reason to pass on your property, or present a lower offer. Ensuring all maintenance and repairs are complete and refreshing finishes helps buyers feel confident about the condition of your home.
- Repair leaking taps and toilets
- Clean furnace and filters
- Tighten door knobs and latches
- Repair cracked plaster
- Apply fresh coat of paint or touch up where necessary
- Clean and repair windows
- Repair seals around tubs and basins
- Replace defective light bulbs
- Oil squeaking doors
- Repair squeaking floor boards
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6. Squeaky Clean
No matter how unique or impressive your property is, that can all be overshadowed if it isn’t clean. Deep clean your space to bring a renewed shine to your home.
- Clean and freshen bathrooms
- Clean fridge and stove
- Clean around heating vents
- Clean washer and dryer
- Clean carpets, drapes and window blinds
- Eliminate pet odors and stains
Focusing on these 6 areas will ensure every aspect of your home is ready for staging and listing. Read more about selling below or reach out to our team.
If you still have questions, you can reach out to our Uxbridge real estate agents directly by calling 905.852.6143 or emailing Cindy@Cindywood.ca today!
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