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“Clear to close” means the underwriter has reviewed all documents and determined that all requirements (documents, appra...
11/06/2020

“Clear to close” means the underwriter has reviewed all documents and determined that all requirements (documents, appraisal, proof of funds, etc.) have been fulfilled. The underwriter gives the stamp of lending approval to the buyer and the “clear to close”.

The next step is for the loan officer and settlement agent (your title officer) to produce the lender’s closure disclosure.

WHAT IS A SETTLEMENT STATEMENT?

The settlement statement will itemize and balance all credits and charges from all parties involved. This will include purchase price, earnest money, any credits to buyer or seller, lender and title company charges, and all loan charges (for the buyer).

You will most likely see this document in various forms at least 3 times:

The lender’s settlement statement is referred to as a closing disclosure or CD. It is usually about 3 sheets long. The CD comes from the buyer’s lender, but it can affect you as a seller if it is not delivered to the buyer and signed by the buyer at least 3 days before closing. If there is a delay in this process it could postpone the closing date. You will not see the CD until the day of closing because it is a form for the buyer produced by their lender.
The ALTA Settlement Statement is required by the Real Estate Commission. It is usually one page per seller and buyer and lists all charges in a debit and credit column.
The closing entity (in Bay Area this is usually is a title company) has then their own settlement statement and it looks very similar to the ALTA Settlement Statement. The title company will send us a final settlement statement as soon as it’s assembled. We will review the statement to make sure that all charges are accurate and comply with the Contract to Buy and Sell and all the amendments that go along with this contract and the transaction.

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“Clear to close” means the underwriter has reviewed all documents and determined that all requirements (documents, appraisal, proof of funds, etc.) have been fulfilled. The underwriter gives the stamp of lending approval...

The inspection is always nerve-racking for buyers and sellers, but another anxious time is when the appraisal is due. Ap...
10/22/2020

The inspection is always nerve-racking for buyers and sellers, but another anxious time is when the appraisal is due. Appraisals are mandatory unless the bank waives them because of a very high down payment (conventional loans only).

WHEN IS THE APPRAISAL DEADLINE?

If your buyer is using a government loan (VA, FHA, or USDA), then there will be no appraisal deadline in your contract. If your buyer is using a conventional loan, you will see an appraisal deadline in your Contract to Buy and Sell. This is the date by which your buyer will need to know if there is an issue with the appraisal value.

WHEN DOES THE APPRAISAL HAPPEN?

Usually, the appraisal happens after the inspection is completed. Contracts can fall through after the inspection if the buyers and sellers can’t come to an agreement for the inspection resolution. Many buyers wait until an inspection resolution is signed in order to avoid spending money on an appraisal unnecessarily.

If your buyer is using a conventional loan, expect only a few days between the appraisal order and the appraiser calling for an appointment. The appraiser on a VA Loan has a 15 business day turnaround time. This will seem exceptionally long when you are waiting for a value to come in so that you can proceed with closing.

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The inspection is always nerve-racking for buyers and sellers, but another anxious time is when the appraisal is due. Appraisals are mandatory unless the bank waives them because of a very high down payment (conventional...

Generally, the path leading up to the home inspection is longer for the seller than for a buyer! The seller prepares for...
10/15/2020

Generally, the path leading up to the home inspection is longer for the seller than for a buyer! The seller prepares for the sale by decluttering, cleaning, maintaining, repairing, and staging their home. Anxiety for the seller typically grows during inspection day and when the inspection report arrives. Sellers ask themselves: “What might the inspector find? What did we overlook?” And sometimes it can even feel as though someone is intruding in their space, and judging everything about their house.

Recently, veteran real estate agents with 30+ years in the industry told me that home inspection used to simply involve a professional looking at the major appliances and systems like the furnace, HVAC, and water heater. Fast forward to today, and the home inspection has evolved to a comprehensive checklist that typically results in a 60+ page report with photos and even videos.

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Generally, the path leading up to the home inspection is longer for the seller than for a buyer! The seller prepares for the sale by decluttering, cleaning, maintaining, repairing, and staging their home. Anxiety for the...

-We placed a For Sale sign in your yard-We attached an electronic lockbox that will record access to your home-We placed...
10/08/2020

-We placed a For Sale sign in your yard
-We attached an electronic lockbox that will record access to your home
-We placed shoe covers in your home for showings

Congratulations your property is active on the internet!

What does this mean for you? We have the full details below.

Distribution of your listing directly to buyers

Buyers usually have a listing alert set up with certain parameters for the price, home size, location, and other preferences. Your new listing will be emailed to all buyers who have a listing alert that matches your home’s features. The buyer will notify their agent if they want to see your home.

How do showings work?

Our automated showing service system, Showing time, is set up as soon as your listing goes live. Depending on your preferences, you will receive a text, email, or phone call to notify you of showing requests and to confirm your availability. It is possible for several showings to be scheduled at the same hour. This should not be a problem for agents.
Depending on the price range of your home, the first showing can happen the same day the listing is active or it might take a few days.
As soon as you approve the showtime, showing instructions are sent to the buyer’s agent. This typically includes alarm information (just a heads up that agents generally do not do well with alarms), and a request to lock all doors, turn off lights, use shoe covers, and to leave a card.
While agents are expected to leave a card and turn off all lights after showings, it doesn’t always happen. It can be annoying for some sellers when agents forget to turn off the lights, but keep in mind that we want the agents focused on selling your house to their buyers.
We also request feedback from agents with the comments of the buyers. This information can be skewed at times, but it can give us some insight into what buyers are saying.

What time is my house available for showings?

The goal is to make it as easy as possible for buyers to see you home. This means we want to be as accommodating as possible for showings. We understand that certain circumstances make it more difficult to make your home available. If this is the case for you, consider offering showings at certain times on a limited number of days. For example, you could limit showings to Monday-Wednesday from 4-6pm, Thursday 8-12pm, and Saturday 12-8pm. This will give you a bit more predictability for when showings will happen. Let us know what your preferences are before your listing goes live. We will also discuss how long you’ll need to leave the house for showings, as well as plans for removing pets from the home.

Let us know when you are going to be out of town so that we can open up showings. Additionally, tell us if you have a time period when showings just aren’t possible so we can block that time for you. This is especially common for our clients over the holidays when they might have family visiting from out of town.

How long will my home be on the market?

It can be really difficult to predict how quickly your home will sell. We will talk about average days on market for a home in your price range.

Decoding Buyer Feedback

Buyer Feedback

“The furnace (or other expensive items to potentially replace) is old and they’re just not sure.”

What They Really Mean

The buyer is afraid of major expenses down the road. They are worried that it’s going to cost too much money later and not be worth it for the price your house is listed at.

Buyer Feedback

“They were hoping for an open floor plan.”

“The floor plan wasn’t right for them.”

“They thought the rooms would be bigger.”

“The rooms are smaller than they thought.”

“They were surprised at the (insert name of something not shown photos).”

What They Really Mean

Is it possible the listing photos are hiding something obvious that people won’t like? We might need to re-shoot the pictures. Sometimes photos are deceiving and can make rooms look bigger than they are. Conversely, pictures sometimes don’t reflect how awesome a house truly is. It’s also possible that the buyer didn’t look very closely at the photos.

Either way, they’re probably disappointed with the reality for whatever reason and it’s unlikely that they will make an offer.

Buyer Feedback

“It was our first time out and they’re just getting started.”

What They Really Mean

They might need to see more homes to understand the value. At the moment, they’re not excited enough about your house to make an offer.

Buyer Feedback

“It smelled funny.”

“The pet odor was strong.”

What They Really Mean

You need to clean, throw away air fresheners, and/or remove odor. A clean and fresh smelling home will sell for more money than a home that hasn’t been prepared as well. Every time.

Buyer Feedback

“More work than they expected.”

“Too much wallpaper.”

What They Really Mean

You probably need to consider doing some repairs or updates. It’s hard to get top market value for a house that isn’t updated or will be a big project for buyers.

Buyer Feedback

“The showing went well.”

“It’s a lovely home. Thank the seller for us.”

What They Really Mean

Who knows what that means! If it’s not followed by an offer it probably means they’re not interested.

Buyer Feedback

“The street was really busy.”

“Didn’t like the apartments behind the house.”

“It’s too close to the (insert name of the something that buyers will be an annoyed with-convenience store, school, business, etc.). “

What They Really Mean

Sometimes the location of a house can really surprise a buyer when they pull up to the house. For example, this can happen if your address is on a side street but the interstate is in your backyard. It’s better to confront those issues in the listing description and photos than to surprise people at the showing.

Generally, the path leading up to the home inspection is longer for the seller than for a buyer! The seller prepares for...
10/01/2020

Generally, the path leading up to the home inspection is longer for the seller than for a buyer! The seller prepares for the sale by decluttering, cleaning, maintaining, repairing, and staging their home. Anxiety for the seller typically grows during inspection day and when the inspection report arrives. Sellers ask themselves: “What might the inspector find? What did we overlook?” And sometimes it can even feel as though someone is intruding in their space, and judging everything about their house.

Recently, veteran real estate agents with 30+ years in the industry told me that home inspection used to simply involve a professional looking at the major appliances and systems like the furnace, HVAC, and water heater. Fast forward to today, and the home inspection has evolved to a comprehensive checklist that typically results in a 60+ page report with photos and even videos.

WHY DO BUYERS HAVE A HOME INSPECTION?

There are many reasons that buyers invest in an inspection:

To ensure they are not buying a lemon.
To be informed about any potential additional costs they could incur after closing.
To find any issues that could potentially be a deal-breaker if they are not addressed by the seller.

As soon as closing documents are signed, all of the home’s issues will the responsibility of the new owner. The contract clearly states that the home is being purchased “As is” and “With all faults.”

Repairs can be stressful for sellers because it can mean less money for a down payment for their next home. It can be an emotional event for both parties when issues arise. Your REALTORS® will be a big part of your negotiations.

WHAT KIND OF HOME INSPECTIONS ARE AVAILABLE?

A buyer will have a certain amount of time that allows them to conduct pretty much any inspection they desire. A buyer will choose which inspections they deem necessary. The charges are also the buyer’s responsibility. As a matter of fact, homebuyers can inspect anything they like unless it damages the home (in that case, permission has to be retrieved first).

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No matter how much time you have to prepare, it can be overwhelming to think about all of the steps involved in selling ...
09/06/2020

No matter how much time you have to prepare, it can be overwhelming to think about all of the steps involved in selling your home.

What happens after you decide to sell your home? Your first step is to assemble your real estate team. This means interviewing REALTORS to help you sell your home. During these interviews, you’ll likely learn about what you might list it for, how the market will respond to your listing, and how much money you might net. There are many other steps in the home selling process, and you will hear more about them as you go through your listing consultation. There is a lot of information, but your real estate team will be there for you every step of the way.

HOW LONG DOES A LISTING CONSULTATION TAKE?

Listing consultations can be as short as 1 hour, but they typically take about 1.5 – 2 hours. My goal is to get to know you as best as possible and learn about any time restraints or concerns you have. Home sellers usually have a lot of questions, and I love helping people understand the process so they can make informed decisions. Last but not least, I will want to see the home and make note of details and upgrades to help me determine the best sales price.

GETTING TO KNOW YOU

We are trying to accomplish one goal as a team: sell your house: It is very important that we work together well and speak one language. Communication is key. We will need to have frequent communication, particularly during the setup, and then after the home is under contract. I will ask you the following questions during the consultation:

Why you are moving? It’s important to be open about your reason for selling so that we can plan a strategy that reflects your needs. Are you working with a builder and there is a requirement that you have your home under contract within 2 – 4 weeks? If so, your home price will need to be competitive in order to solicit a quick offer.
How soon do you need to move? Will you need to lease back the home from the seller for a certain time until your new home closes? Or do you have all the time in the world to wait for a great offer?
What would be an acceptable selling price for you? You might say that price is a REALTOR’s job to figure out. Trust me: real estate agents have an opinion about home value. But it is important to know what your expectations are in order to see if we need to discuss pricing in more detail and possibly create a new strategy.
What if your home doesn’t sell? Markets change. The Clayton real estate market has gone up continually for that last 8 years. But we have started to see small shifts in the market this year and we are paying attention to them. A good real estate agent studies the market and knows it well. But we aren’t fortune tellers, and nothing is guaranteed in a changing market. It’s always a good idea to have a backup plan in case your home doesn’t sell.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR HOME AND YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

It is difficult to get a precise home value until I have seen the home or property in person. The same is true for your neighborhood. The motto “location, location, location” is still valid for any home buyer. Any information you can provide about your neighborhood, or even just your street, will be a big part of selling your home. You’ve lived there so you know it best.

Tell me about your neighborhood!

I will ask about your favorite features are in the home and what made you choose it when you were house hunting. These are important points that will allow me to figure out what current buyers might find appealing about your home. These features can be marketed to potential buyers.

What do you like about the neighborhood?
Is it close to a school?
Do you have a fabulous cul de sac with awesome neighbors?
What are your favorite nearby amenities?

The flip side? It’s also important to know what you don’t like about your home. What is the one thing you would change or improve about the house?

HOME LISTING PROCESS

There are a lot of things about the selling process we just can’t control. As a listing agent, I strive to empower you to control everything that can be controlled in the process. During your listing consultation, I will want to explain these steps so you can get started on the right foot:

Preparation of your home [and yourself]
Presentation of your home
Pricing your home accurately
Promotion of your home

Preparation

Here are some very general guidelines to consider. We will talk about them in more detail during the listing consultation.

De-clutter your home. You want buyers to walk through your home freely and let them imagine themselves in your home. Pro Tip: you don’t need to remove ALL your personal items and pictures from your home. Just take it down a notch or two.
While you de-clutter, you will notice things in your home that need touching up or repair. Now is the time to get this done. Fill holes, fix drywall or doors, paint, and have major home systems serviced.
Clean. This goes hand in hand with any maintenance that needs to be done in the home. Make potential buyers feel like this home is impeccably maintained and care for. People will feel the cleanliness and will appreciate it.
Consider a pre-listing home inspection. The number one deal killer in any real estate transaction is the home inspection. Why? Once you receive an offer for your property, 80% of the negotiation power shifts to the buyer. Many sellers have their home pre-inspected. It will allow you to handle any potential issues with the property BEFORE you receive a purchase offer, and it reduces surprises during the contract period. It’s also wonderful to be able to address any repairs without the time constraint of a contract.

Presentation

When will your home be listed? We’ll discuss the time frame for when you want to have the home ready for our professional photographer to take pictures. The goal is to make a prospective buyer say “Wow! What a house!” and compel them to come and visit. It just takes ONE buyer to sell your house! The majority of home buyers start their home search online. These pictures have to be crisp and attention-grabbing. A home is only listed when the photographs are available.

Pricing

Pricing a home is part science and part art, but it shouldn’t be an experiment: “Let’s list it higher, to see what we can get” or “Let’s list it higher so we have some negotiating room.”

The value of your home is not based on:

How much equity you have in the home
What you need out of it
What you want
What it appraised for
What you heard your neighbor’s house sold for
What the tax office (or Zillow) says it’s worth
What it would cost to replace it
The prices of homes where you are moving
The true market value of your home is what a buyer will pay for it

Your home price is based on what a buyer will pay based on:

Today’s market
Today’s competition
Today’s financing
Today’s economic conditions
The buyer’s perception of the condition of the property
The location

Pay attention to how many showings you have:

If you have a lot of showings but no offer, you are about 1% off in your pricing.
If you have some showings and no offer, you are 3-5% off at your home price.
If you only have one or two showings, you are probably completely overpriced and need to revisit your strategy.

Promotion

Last but not least, we want you to know how we promote your home beyond just the photographs.

When it comes to online marketing, other agents may try to convince you that they have a secret sauce. Here is the bottom line: the more eyeballs on your listing, the better. The MLS (Multiple Listing Service) syndicates to thousands of websites and all agents will list your home in the MLS. Nothing special there. We are members of 2 MLS’s and advertise your listing up and down the Front Range.

We use our very active Facebook and social media tools to ensure that your home is seen by thousands of potential buyers. More importantly, we are able to share your listing with our Facebook Groups filled with potential home buyers. We also email the listing announcement out to our complete database.

Check out our page
Browse our Instagram page

SHOWINGS

We will need to discuss in detail how to make the home available to show potential buyers while considering your life and needs. We have a showing service that is available 24/7 to avoid losing any potential buyers who want to request a showing.

SELLERS ROADMAP
We know this already a lot of information, but we will definitely touch on the sales process itself. This will not be a detailed discussion, but you need to have an overview of what to expect. Once we have an offer, we’ll review the offer and the process with all details.

In the end, we believe in education and providing an opportunity for you to move forward to the life you desire.

To find out what your home could be worth click here:
https://cloudattract.com/24c943

Do you know how to prepare to sell your home? Most people think that the first step to selling their home is to list it ...
09/06/2020

Do you know how to prepare to sell your home? Most people think that the first step to selling their home is to list it on MLS. In reality, to be an effective seller you have to make preparations prior to listing your home. During this pre-selling process, we encourage you to look at your home through the eyes of a potential buyer. Also, make sure you have a Realtor that understands the importance of the pre-selling preparations. In this post, we offer some of the tips we share with our clients to assist them in preparing their home for listing.

TIP: First impressions are critical! You’ll never have more activity on the home than you will in the first three to four weeks of the listing. The reason is simple: there are buyers out there who have seen everything already available who have yet to find “The One”. They are just waiting for something new to come on the market. Also, real estate agents in the area will come by in those first few weeks to familiarize themselves with your property. Making the most of those first initial weeks comes from careful planning ahead of time.

SELLING YOUR HOME CAN BE UNSETTLING

First of all, we want to set expectations upfront about the selling process: selling your home means you are putting your time at the mercy of prospective buyers. Your lives will be disrupted for a while and requests for a showing may come at very inconvenient times. Remember this is temporary and cooperating with agents when they call for an appointment will make this process easier for all parties involved. It may be inconvenient for you now, but you might never get another opportunity for that particular prospect to look at it again. Also, if a buyer agent feels that a property is difficult to show because of restrictions the owner has placed on it, they may not choose to tell their clients about the home. Keep a positive mindset and prepare in advance for this disruption and you will alleviate a majority of the discomfort of showing a home.

OBTAIN A HOME WARRANTY

We recommend that all of our clients secure a home warranty. Home protection plans can increase the marketability of a home by providing extra peace of mind that competing homes may not have. Warrantied homes sell up to 60% faster than non-warrantied homes. They also sell for about 3% more according to a study by the National Home Warranty Association.

ORDER A PRE-APPRAISAL AND INSPECTION

The benefits of ordering an appraisal and inspection before initially listing the home can make the entire marketing process move smoother and quicker. Some of those benefits are:

Establishes an objective home value (via a third party).
Validates the list price and, therefore, it is less likely that the buyer will discount the asking price.
Creates awareness and verification of the condition of the home.
Anticipates potential problem areas and gives you the chance to repair issues at competitive rates instead of having to pay extra for a rush job prior to closing.
Can save critical time between the contract and closing by having potential problems taken care of ahead of time.

PREPARE THE EXTERIOR OF THE HOME.

The exterior of the home is often overlooked. Stand back at the street and take a good, hard, critical look at your property. This is a prospective buyer’s first impression. Make sure that everything is clean, attractive, and repaired. We have a complete checklist in our Home Selling Guide but here are a few of the top tips we recommend:

Mow and trim the lawn. Trim trees and bushes. Pick up trash.
Remove toys and old furniture from the yards.
Power wash the exterior.
Pay special attention to the condition of your front door. Sweep around the door, make sure the porch light is working, remove dirt and cobwebs above the door, repair or replace the front door if it is in poor condition.
Purchase a new welcome mat.
Check your house numbers. Are they straight? Any numbers missing?
Add a vibrant pot of flowers or a small potted tree to the front of your home to make it fresh and inviting.

INTERIOR PREPARATION

Obviously, the interior of the home is where prospective buyers will spend most of their time. While the whole house needs to be in clean, good condition there are two areas of the home that prospective buyers will remember the most: The kitchen and the bathrooms.

Consider investing a few dollars in updating parts of your kitchen if it is worn or outdated. A new sink and faucet and new cabinet hardware may give you a big return on your investment.
The kitchen needs to look clean, airy, and updated more than any other part of the house.
Purchase new towels, bath rugs, and shower curtains for your bathrooms from the dollar store. Remove any personal items and keep in a plastic container beneath the sink or in a closet.
Make sure all appliances in the kitchen are in good working order.
Remove as many personal items from around the house as possible, especially if you have a lot of photographs or collectibles. You want the buyer to envision their family in the home.
De-clutter the home.
Wash baseboards, remove scuff marks and do any touch-up work on the walls and ceilings.
Don’t forget to look at light fixtures! Replace light bulbs and remove cobwebs.
Clean windows and blinds.
Put out fresh flowers before a showing.

True story: Several years ago an acquaintance put their home on the market. The home was very nice with a newly renovated basement. After several months of numerous showings but no offers, they decided to renovate their kitchen as it was outdated compared to the rest of the house. They spent roughly $800 to replace the counter tops and put in an upgraded sink and faucet, doing the work themselves. Within a week they received an offer near their asking price, and walked away with a higher purchase price than they had expected. That $800 investment turned into a sale and who knows how many thousands in a higher purchase price.

Complete checklists are readily available online or through us. We would be happy to provide you with more detailed lists in our Home Selling Guide. Taking the time to spend a few dollars and a few hours to prepare your home puts you in the best position to receive top dollar for your home. Even if you spend a few hundred dollars to prepare, you could end up with a higher purchase price if you’re strategic about how you spend the money. Nothing is guaranteed but it certainly does not hurt to give yourself the best possible outcome!

Our team is always here to help and answer questions.

To find out what your home could be worth click here:
https://cloudattract.com/24c943

If you are hoping to sell your home quickly, make sure to properly prepare, clean, and stage your home.Statistics prove ...
09/04/2020

If you are hoping to sell your home quickly, make sure to properly prepare, clean, and stage your home.

Statistics prove that a home that has been perfectly cleaned, updated as much as possible, and well maintained brings the highest sales price. Be diligent, be picky, and put yourself in the buyers’ shoes to see what they expect from your home.

Hiring a home inspector is money well spent because a home inspection will uncover any deferred maintenance. Budget for a roof inspection and HVAC/AC cleaning and service as well. It is best to have it done before the home is marketed so you can present the reports to any potential buyers.

Do I Need to Hire a Stager?

It’s up to you. Staging can be done by professionals or you can do quite a bit yourself. Staging typically begins with de-cluttering and ends with moving or removing furniture as needed.

How do I Stage a Home Myself?

We have consultants that can come in and give you specific advice on how to place furniture and accessories to give your home extra marketability to get you under contract faster and hopefully at a higher price.

You will receive a “homework” list with many suggestions on what you could do to improve flow and impact in your home, if necessary. You can pull trendy colors into your home with extra pillows or an accent wall to appeal to more potential buyers. You can also follow the staging tips below.

Don’t have the time to stage? Our stagers are happy to do that for you.

Should I Stage a Vacant Home?

Absolutely! We suggest vignette staging for vacant homes. Vignette staging is where small groups of accessories and furniture are used to help a potential buyer understand an empty room’s purpose. It gives the impression that someone is at home, and it provides more of a scale in photos that can give buyers an idea of the room size. The home looks more inviting with furniture and that attracts more buyers to the house.

The images in this National Association of Realtors report very clearly display the difference of an empty room versus a staged room.

How We Schedule Stagers

We work with one of the best staging companies in town. They are in high demand and that means that they need a bit of lead time. Let us know about 7-10 days ahead of time when you are ready with your prep so that we can bring in stagers. This upcoming staging appointment will also keep you on track with your home projects and work. A photographer will be scheduled shortly after the stager appointment.

Our stagers use photos of the home to prepare for your appointment, so please send us photos or we can give you contact information to send them directly to our stagers.

Staging Tips

1. Make the exterior of your home inviting to potential buyers and show off any highlights of your property.

2. Repair ANYTHING noted in the pre-listing inspection report, even if it’s a very small item. Repair anything else that you notice that was not mentioned in the inspection.

3. Deep clean all areas of the house. If necessary, have your wood floors refinished and your carpets steam cleaned. A hand steam cleaner is particularly helpful to easily clean and restore tile and grout.

4. Update your home as much as possible. Some things are easy and inexpensive but require some elbow grease:

Repaint tiles
Update light fixtures, water fixtures, and door handles
Paint the home in neutral colors
Update a fireplace paint or enhance your bricks with stone color enhancer, spray paint an old fireplace frame and screen
Stain tired cabinets
New stainless steel appliances will bring a great return on investment

5. Let the sunshine in! Utilize natural light as much as possible. A large mirror can help in a small space.

6. Make sure the home has proper lighting with floor lamps, ceiling lamps, and lights. Replace light bulbs as necessary.

7. Make sure the home’s temperature is comfortable for buyers. Nice and cozy warm on colder days, and nice and cool in the summertime.

8. Declutter each room and remove excess furniture.

9. Let the buyer imagine themselves in your house by de-personalizing the home. There should be a clear use of each room.

10. Pay attention to any unpleasant odors in the home. Consider removing old rugs and buy some inexpensive, new ones. Clean cat litter boxes frequently.

11. Rearrange your furniture to allow flow from room to room and therefore ‘cash flow’ into your pockets. Consider renting furniture to appeal to your buyers. Consult your home staging professional.

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