Top 5 Tips on How to Prepare Your Property for Sale
When it comes to selling your home there are many things that are out of your control such as current market conditions, location, neighborhood, and others. However, the one thing that’s in your absolute control is preparing your property for sale.
Relying on luck won’t bring you the expected results, but careful planning and proper knowledge will help you sell your home faster and for a better price. For the professional advice, we reached out to the expert Lena Simpson, Award-Winning Real Estate Broker, and Compass Global Real Estate Advisor. Lena shared with us her top tips on how to prepare your house for sale.
“First of all, detach yourself emotionally from your home and walk through it with the mindset that it is a product to be sold,” says Lena Simpson. “Take notes on what needs repair or replacement”. Let’s look at her top 5 recommendations.
1. Clean and Declutter the Entire Place
When it comes to preparing your property for sale - start with cleaning and clearing out the clutter. Potential buyers want to see the space and the value they are getting, so be sure to leave a lot of open space and minimize/arrange the furniture. Do one room at a time and don’t forget about your laundry area. Make sure you keep all areas as clean, neat and tidy as possible.
If you don’t have time to do the cleaning yourself or if you don't have proper equipment available, hire a professional service to help you with this task. While finding someone to clean your property might be complicated, here we offer you a list of trusted cleaning service companies in New York City.
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Mr. Hudson Cleaning
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Handy
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Wizard of Homes
2. Clean Windows
Devote some time to wash the windows yourself, or have them professionally washed. Here is a list of trusted cleaning services in NYC that will get your windows squeaky clean:
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Domino Windows Cleaning
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NY City Window Cleaning
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Skyway Window Cleaning
3. Stage Your Home
Décor editing and staging will make your house welcoming and more buyer-friendly. The key is to keep it simple. Use only a few decor pieces to make space look uncluttered while still feeling complete and polished. To sell your home for the top price you can also ask for professional help with staging. Whether you want a consultation or professional decoration of your entire space, it will be money well spent. “The three main benefits of home staging are to sell the home faster, for more money and to take advantage of potential tax savings”, says Sandy Steele, founder of Homeage, NYC Based Home Staging Firm.
4. Refresh Paint
The first impression is very important when it comes to selling your property. Fresh paint can increase the value of your home. A new coat of paint makes your place look fresh and neat, it also sets the stage for the furnishings and decorations. However, picking the right color might be not an easy task. You can reach out to the experts for professional advice. Here’s a list of companies who can help you to make the right decision:
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Proremodelingnyc.com
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NYC Painting Services
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Paintzen
5. Lightning and Odors
Lighting is an important element when it comes to preparing your house for sale. Soft and flattering light sets a cozy and warm atmosphere. Plus, the right light will make a home feel spacious, more modern, and thus – more appealing to potential buyers.
Pay attention to odors. Start with removing the source of a bad odor first; this may include cooked food, clothing and shoes, mold and dirt. Don’t try to mask the smell, this can only make it worse. Employ simple soothing, spa-like scents like vanilla, herbs, and citrus. According to studies, these scents are less destructive and create more appeal to spend money.
We hope these tips will be helpful when you’re getting your house ready to sell.
