Maximizing Your Home’s Potential For Sales

January 22, 2010 · Posted in Manhattan, Sales 

nyc04SIMPLE CHANGES CAN IMPACT HOW QUICKLY YOUR PROPERTY SELLS AND AT WHAT PRICE

Many cosmetic changes can be made with minimal time and expense. Buyers will be comparing your property to competing properties. So here are a few practical tips to help yours stand out above the rest.

 

Unclutter
Eliminating clutter will make your property feel larger and brighter. If your property is uncluttered and neutral, prospective buyers can explore it comfortably and envision it with their own personal touches.

Repair
Making certain repairs will present your property in a more positive light to prospective buyers, and can also add to its value. If you think something is too much trouble to fix, chances are buyers will too.

Clean
Presenting a clean home to a buyer shows them the home has been valued and well cared for.

 

Curbside Appeal
   ::  Keep the lawn mowed and the steps swept.
   ::  Store hoses neatly; be sure sprinklers don’t water walkways.
   ::  Repair gates, fences, sidewalks and driveways.
   ::  Remove or replace dead or dying plants.
   ::  Cut back shrubs obscuring windows.
   ::  Add color with blooming flowers.
   ::  Clear yard of all debris.
   ::  Apply fresh paint as needed and replace damaged bricks or
          wood siding.
   ::  Repair any cracked or broken windows and be sure the
           faucets or sprinkler systems are in good working order.
   ::  If you have a pool, be sure it sparkles. Keep the patio area
          neat and yard furniture in good repair.

 

INTERIOR APPEAL

Overall
   ::  Wash windows.
   ::  Clean or replace carpets.
   ::  Paint rooms in neutral colors.
   ::  Be sure all electrical systems are in working order.
   ::  Clean drapes and window treatments.
   ::  Clear out all excess items.
   ::  Clean floors.

Kitchen
   ::  Clean appliances, cabinetry and floors.
   ::  Clean and clear countertops.
   ::  Repair faucets and appliances.

Bathrooms
   ::  Polish the floor, mirrors and fixtures.
   ::  Repair grout and caulking.
   ::  Repair running toilet or faulty plumbing.
   ::  Replace or clean shower curtain.

Closets
   ::  Replace burned out light bulbs.
   ::  Hang clothes neatly.
   ::  Store shoes in boxes neatly on shelves.

Garage
   ::  Keep the floors clean and swept.
   ::  Store or neatly arrange all items.

 

PRIOR TO SHOWING

Outdoors
   ::  Be sure the entrance and walkways to your home are 
          clean & inviting.
   ::  Store hoses neatly and be sure sprinklers don’t water 
          the walkways.
   ::  Remove newspapers, bikes and toys.
   ::  Park extra cars away from the property.

Inside
   ::  Quick once over with the vacuum.
   ::  Place fresh flowers in the main rooms.
   ::  Put dishes away.
   ::  Make beds and put all clothes away.
   ::  Open drapes and turn on lights.
   ::  Straighten closets and open doors slightly.
   ::  Kitchen and bathrooms should shine, trash should be 
          emptied and personal items should be put away.
   ::  Turn off television.
   ::  Play soft music on the radio/stereo.
   ::  Keep pets out of the way and pet areas clean and odor free.
   ::  Secure jewelry, cash, prescription medication and 
          other valuables.
   ::  Put laundry away.
   ::  Keep the temperature comfortable. A crackling fire in the 
          fireplace is appropriate on a cool winter day.

 

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

   ::  Potential buyers usually feel more comfortable if the owners 
          are not present.

   ::  If people unaccompanied by an agent request to see your 
          property, please refer them to me so that I can prequalify 
          them. I’m only a phone call away.

   ::  Leave a number where you can be reached if you are leaving 
          town, even for a weekend.


Source: www.elliman.com 

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In Case You Need Further Assistance, Please contact us:

CJ MINGOLELLI, Associate Broker - 212.321.7117
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MARCO HERRERA, Lic. Real Estate Salesperson - 212.321.7107
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One Response to “Maximizing Your Home’s Potential For Sales”

  1. Kylie Batt on April 16th, 2010 2:06 am

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