Preparing Palm Springs homes for sale is really no different from doing so in any other region, except for the fact that you’re dealing with milder weather, making the overall experience a much more pleasant one. Since most sellers want to complete real estate transactions as soon as possible,we thought we’d offer an outline of what needs to be done so that you can get started and expedite the process.
1. Disassociate with the property. That’s right, it’s time to call it a property—not a home. That’s the first step. Start thinking of that stunning Rancho Mirage house as a piece of real estate, a product that you need to unload. Say goodbye or adios to every room and move on mentally.
2. Depersonalize. Pack and store all those family mementos and photographs, as well as your favorite furniture and household items. Go so far as to remove books from shelves and clothing from closets. You want buyers to see a blank canvas that they will be able to envision as their own home.
3. Rearrange. Move furniture around to maximize the space and make it look as roomy as possible. If you have workout equipment such as a treadmill or stationary bicycle, move it out. Get rid of anything superfluous so that the space looks large and potential buyers can see the possibilities.
4. Replace. Assess your house as objectively as possible. Look for areas that need minor repair, such as holes in the walls from artwork, cracks in tile or grout, leaky faucets and peeling paint. The less that buyers think they need to do or fix on the Palm Springs homes for sale that they’re viewing, the better.
5. Clean! Make sure the house is sparkling whenever it’s shown, down to the nitty gritty details. Hire a crew to perform a deep cleaning, so whenever a buyer is viewing that gorgeous Rancho Mirage house or other piece of real estate, all they’ll be thinking about is its amazing view, French doors or incredible layout, not the cobwebs in the kitchen or dirty windows.
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