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Detach your emotions:
when selling your home , create a space that as many people
as possible can envision as their potential home. A good
start is to pack away any of your personal items, including
photos souvenirs and other mementos.
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Clean and reorganize:
Clean your home from top to bottom and make sure all
appliances are spotless. Reorganize the closets and pack
as many personal items as possible because storage is a major
selling point.
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Furnish empty rooms:
Staging every room with the right furniture will help buyers
visualize living in the space.
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Brighten and lighten:
Light-filled rooms are always appealing. Open blinds
and make sure windows are sparkling clean. A fresh coat of
neutral colored paint will also brighten up the space.
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Spark your
buyer's imagination:
Set the dinner table for company, light the fireplace on a
cold day and add some fresh flowers to your decor: Creating the
proper atmosphere can do wonders.
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Fix minor repairs:
Buyers prefer to see a home in move-in condition, even small
things such as a dripping faucet can detract from the value of
your home.
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Don't be too unique:
Keep your decor simple and modern with neutral colors:
Unusual accessories and strong walls colors will turn off some
buyers.
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Keep your neighborhood in mind when
renovating:
Actual returns on renovations depend not only on the
renovation itself but also on how your home compares to your
neighbors'.
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Improve security:
Household security is a sought after feature. Simple
measures such as adding window locks and motion sensor lights
outside can boost the desirability of your property.
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