sock in the corner, or the one who gives the impression of a pristine lifestyle? After all, you are asking these people to make your house their home. You can build up the buyer’s confidence in the quality of your for- sale home by putting in some extra effort. Those who put in the effort reap the rewards.
Need ideas? Consider these tips:
Pretend that you are shooting for a magazine. It starts with cleaning, cleaning, cleaning! Get rid of the clutter, move out old and ugly furniture, and hide personal belongings. You don’t want family photos, laundry, or the old torn lounge chair online for buyers to see. • Shelter pets. This is important. Even if you’re the most meticulous pet owner in the world, advertising to potential buyers that you have birds in a cage, a free roaming guinea pig, or a bedroom dedicated to a family of rare Siamese cats is going to scare people away. Pets create odors that stick around, and since you’ll be working hard to make this odor disappear, you want to avoid bringing any attention to these critters. Don’t only hide them from the photos; find another place to shelter them during the home marketing period if you want the most successful sale. • Add sprinkles on top. A few home accessories with colors that pop will go a long way. A multi-colored comforter on a bed is a good touch, as is colorful artwork. • Go green. Place a healthy green plant or a vase of colorful flowers strategically in each room. • Light it up. Are your pictures dark or washed out? Not
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