09/06/2021
Do you ever have the recurring nightmare that your realtor is showing your house and you forgot that you left your underwear on the floor?
Well, these are worse! Here are some of the biggest turn-offs for home buyers (the good news is, they're all easily avoidable as a seller!).
➡️ An outdated kitchen and bathroom:
Though you don't need to do a full rehab in order to sell your home, a few minor renovations can go a long way, like new light fixtures or cabinet hardware.
➡️ A broken doorbell or cracked screen door:
First impressions matter! Curb appeal starts the second your buyers pull up to your front door, so make sure the front door is clean and functional, your doorbell and doorknobs work, and your porch light is clean and bright.
➡️ Dirty carpets, walls, or windows:
A deep cleaning prior to listing your home is always a good idea. Have carpets shampooed, walls painted or touched up, and windows washed from the inside and out before inviting buyers into your home.
➡️ Scuffed hardwood floors:
If your hardwood floors are in bad shape, your buyers are going to look at them and see dollar signs -- replacing flooring can be a big investment. Make sure your floors are clean and polished so your buyers will want to refinish, instead of replace them.
➡️ Having a shower but not a bathtub:
This can be a huge turnoff to buyers with children, or plans to start a family. It's not easy to bathe a toddler in a stand-up shower! Even if you're not one for relaxing in a bubble bath, a tub is an instant value-add to your bathroom.
