• Make sure the smell of the house is appealing but not overwhelming. A subtle vanilla scent works very well with most buyers, as it’s a neutral smell. • Remove any personal and official documents from sight. Remove any distracting photos. Place the keys in the key box and keep the home well-lit to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
CREATE CURB APPEAL
We briefly mentioned curb appeal earlier; this is how your home looks from the road and is the most important image. You want to make an amazing first impression with how your home looks “from the curb.” A well-prepared house can even catch the eyes of buyers who never even intended to visit your home. Drive-by buyers who look at your home should immediately feel as though they want to go inside. This won’t happen if you have poor landscaping, a dingy exterior, or an unkempt yard. Look around your yard and list everything that needs a little work. • Are your shrubs, trees, flower gardens, and walkways tidy? • Is there trash or just a general mess in your yard? • Does everything (front light, garage door, porch rails, etc.) function properly, and look its best? • Could outdoor features, like patio furniture or the garage door, be updated with a quick coat of paint? Chances are, you’ll have some improvements to do. Take heart: Just think of how many people are going to beg to view the inside 49
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