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Preparing Your House for Sale

These suggestions will make your home more attractive to buyers, and might even result in a higher offer.

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General Tips

  • Clean everything thoroughly. Ask a friend to help you assess your efforts -- especially in sensitive areas such as odor removal.


  • Don't be at home during a showing or open house. Your absence will put buyers at ease so they'll feel free to linger and ask questions.

  • If you do stay, be polite, but let your sales associate do the talking.

  • Don't apologize for the condition of your home.

  • Make sure kids and pets are out of the house.

  • Unclutter all areas of your home to create an impression of spaciousness and plentiful storage space. A great way to clear away clutter and make money at the same time is to hold a yard or garage sale.

  • Nothing makes a home look newer faster than a fresh coat of paint. Neutral colors such as beige, white, off-white and gray have a broad appeal to prospective buyers. These colors suggest newness and cleanliness. It's a good idea to stick to neutrals when making any improvements prior to selling your home.

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