11. Open those closets! Open-house
visitors will peek inside your closets. Closet
space can be a make-it-or-break-it selling
point for buyers, so show yours off to their
full advantage by giving excess stuff the
heave-ho. Again, this is really important,
so even if you need to store a few boxes
elsewhere, it’s worth it. Aim to have 20 to
30 percent open space in each closet to
give the impression of spaciousness
12. The exterior of your home should look as polished as the interior. This
means neatly trimmed bushes, mulched flowerbeds and fresh seasonal arrangements
in urns by the front door. Think “tidy,” “update” and “refresh”: never do anything costly
or major like adding a swimming pool or pond, which may put off potential buyers.
13. Think seasonally. Make sure your garden is in beautiful shape in the summer,
and that any extra features you have, like a pool or a fire pit, are cleaned and ready to
go. Take advantage of the cosy vibe of the season in autumn and winter, by building a
fire in the fireplace and simmering hot apple cider on the stove.
Create a
Lifestyle
14. A great smell makes a house
memorable. Baking bread or brewing
coffee have become a bit of a cliché,
instead buy a room spray with a fragrance
you love and spray the house sparingly
before each showing. Home staging can
be easy and inexpensive, especially if
you focus on the small details. Then, just
stand back and let your house shine and
it is sure to impress potential homebuyers.
15. Create a lifestyle people are
looking for. Generally speaking, you
want to play up what your neighbourhood
or area is known for. Have a house
in a quiet, grassy suburb? Hanging
a hammock in your backyard and a
bench swing on your porch could be the
perfect touch.