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Similar, Just Better!
You’ve
made the decision to sell. Your home has been listed in the MLS, you’ve hired
an agent, but what’s next? Simply listing your home in today’s market is not
enough to get it sold. It’s time to create a welcoming environment. This can be
done several different ways and you won’t break the bank!
There
is one simple key to selling your home. Create a home, not a house. If you can
create an environment that allows potential buyers to imagine themselves living
there, then you will be able to sell your home well before the competing homes.
The key to creating this environment is fairly easy, stay neutral but
different. You don’t want to make your home drastically different than other
homes in the area, but you want it to stand out. You may start to create this
feeling by making simple improvements to your home. The easiest way to stay
neutral but stand out is to get potential buyers to say, “Wow, this home
reminds me of the last house we viewed, only better”. There are several
improvements from the outside in that can help your home stand out including:
- Give your home a fresh coat of paint.
- Replace old siding and roof shingles.
- Remove dated light fixtures
- Sweep the entryway and add a welcome mat
- Mow, trim, and landscape without overdoing it
- Don’t clutter your home with decorations
You
need to understand that the outside of your home is the first impression. You
want to create a welcoming entry while keeping in mind the amount of upkeep the
yard will take. Homeowners understand the amount of work fancy landscaping
takes and won’t be willing to manage the upkeep. Also, keep the front updated
and get rid of any tacky yard decorations. You will be amazed at how buyer’s
first impressions will affect their experience in your home.
However,
don’t think for a second that decorating the outside is enough. A buyer may
love the outside of your home but the second they step inside they can forget
that great impression. Buyers want to walk into their future home not just
another house. They want to have a great and welcoming experience not
necessarily to be knocked off their feet. It’s great if your home has that
natural “wow factor”, but you don’t need it to stand out. You can take simple
steps to help your home stand out without that “wow factor”. Creating a clean
and simple environment will encourage buyers to imagine their furniture in your
home.
- Start by cleaning every aspect of your home
- Trash the clutter and store the personal mementos
- Rearrange furniture
- Focus on neutral tones and paint colors
- Choose simple window treatments
The
important aspect of creating the environment in your home is promoting your
home’s strengths. If a potential buyer can see themselves in your home and
visualize their furniture, you’re much more likely to sell your home quickly.
Obviously
this is just a quick overview of what a homeowner can do. However, you need to
stay informed. Stay up-to-date with the latest real estate and interior design
trends to stay on the cutting edge.
I’d love to meet with
you and discuss potential ways to differentiate your home! I have a lot of
inexpensive tricks and tips to help stage your home to get it sold! Feel free
to call/text or email me anytime!
Jackie
Young, Realtor ®
Keller Williams Realty
Direct: 704-575-9202
JackieYoungHomes.com
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