Prepping your home to sell

Statistics show that homes that are staged will sell more quickly and closer to full price.  In the current real estate market, buyers have many choices and is important that your home sparkle and shine to stand out among the competition.

Here are simple steps from real estate pro and stager  Barb Schwarz to help your home become a chosen one:

SUPER CLEAN - Make the house shine from top to bottom including, but not limited to carpet, drapes, blinds, ceiling fans, and windows.

CLEAR THE CLUTTER & FURNITURE - Remove unnecessary items from the countertops, bathtubs, and shower stalls.  Keep only the necessities.  A decluttered home helps buyers mentally 'move in' with their things.  Furniture may overcrowd rooms and may need to be removed or rearranged.

PREP YOUR LANDSCAPING - Check gutters and roof for dry rot and moss and make sure they are clean.  Examine all plants:  Prune bushes and trees, make sure no plants are blocking windows, remove any dead plants, and keep the lawn freshly mowed.

ADD NICE TOUCHES - Coordinate towels in the bathroom in one or two colors only.  Keep accessories restricted to groups of one, three, or five items.  Make sure all lights and lamps are on for showings, and set an inviting mood. 

CALL THE WARDLAW REAL ESTATE TEAM - We have the experience to price your home to sell and a multi-faceted marketing approach to reach the right buyers for your home.  When you need to sell, give us a call.