There’s a lot that goes into selling property these day—even the most gorgeous homes for sale in Palm Springs and the surrounding area need to be decluttered, depersonalized, staged, marketed online and—get ready for it—de-petted.
This may be a surprise to many who have an adorable ball of fur who lives with them on their Indio real estate property. While your pet may be the most low-maintenance senior cat, a sweet bird or a smart, well-trained Labrador, prospective buyers have no interested in seeing or smelling evidence of them in their potential new home.
Unfortunately, many people are very sensitive to the smell of pets, and even worse, many are allergic to pet hair and dander. A not-uncommon reason that realtors have passed on beautiful homes for sale in Palm Springs is due to an odor left behind by the family pets. It may seem hard to believe, but it’s a legitimate reason that will cause many buyers to take a pass.
If you and your pet have lived at your home for years on end, it may seem difficult to eliminate all traces from your property. However, it can be done and will make a difference in the potential offers you may receive on your Indio real estate property or home in a different area.
Stat by identifying and rinsing any soiled spots in the carpeting—even old ones. Once you’ve spot treated, hire a crew to come in and do a deep cleaning. Once the carpeting is dry, use an odor neutralizer to complete the process. If you prefer natural remedies, try vinegar and baking soda.
Make sure to wipe and scrub down every single surface in the home, including cupboards, cabinets and every crack and crevice. Hair and dander can linger for ages.
Don’t neglect the exterior of your home either. Remove any dog poo from the yard so that potential buyers don’t accidentally step in it on their way inside. An accident like that can counteract even the best curb appeal!
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