If your house has hardwood floors, for example, make sure they are gleaming. Is there a dramatic view? Take those curtains down and let the light shine through. The golden trick to all of this is letting the buyers discover everything for themselves. If you have to point out the floor or the view, then it is likely not going to be enough to encourage a sale. There is psychology involved in selling a home. If buyers are to be convinced to part with a vast sum of money, they need to have confidence that it is their decision. Buyers do not want to feel convinced into saying yes; they’ll want to fall in love with the house on their own accord. Let the house speak for itself by making it look its best.
FURNITURE
With the accumulated memories and personal belongings of the former occupant removed from the house, buyers have the opportunity to picture their own life here. The best thing you can do is give them a nudge in the right direction. Place certain pieces of fine furniture strategically to help the buyer establish what they can do with the space. A chair by the window is enough for the buyer to picture a relaxing morning with a book staring out at the view. A table in the dining room gives an idea of the space available to work with and how many people can come over for dinner. A few plants here and there on countertops will bring color and life back into the house. It could easily be the difference between a sale and a near miss, so it’s worth the effort. These subtle little hints will create the blank canvas aspect that you are going for, plus it will do wonders for encouraging the buyers to begin envisioning their own lives here.
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