Whether you’re listing Palm Springs homes for sale or property in another part of the country, there are some basic steps you can take to prepare your house and make it look its best for a pool of prospective buyers. Once you’ve found a good agent or realtor to work with, you should start sprucing up your house so that you can maximize its appeal. Read on for a few ways to prepare your home for an Open House.
Start by doing an objective assessment of your home. Does it look cluttered, worn or in need of repairs? These are some of the first things you should address. Start by getting rid of clutter and all the personal items that can make it difficult for a buyer to imagine their own family living in the space. If necessary, rent a storage unit and put any extraneous furniture in it. Start packing boxes and loading them into your storage as well. This is a good time to remove family photos and personal knickknacks and put them in storage for the time being as well.
Once you’ve started decluttering, you should also take steps to tidy up. Start with the basics—mow the lawn, plant some new flowers or other greenery, and consider painting if necessary. If the exterior of the home looks dirty, use a home wash hose attachment to clean it. While this may not be relevant for those listing Palm Springs homes for sale, if you do live in an area that gets rain, make sure to clean all the rain gutters, as well as the outside windows and screens. The front door is another important detail to evaluate. Make sure it looks inviting—paint it if it needs a fresh coat and replace any exterior fixtures that are outdated.
Once these details are attended to, your home should be ready for staging. If this is a daunting prospect for you, consider hiring a professional stager. Having a professional prepare your home for viewings can be a very worthwhile investment, as the costs can easily be offset by a quick sale and a higher selling price.
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