3 Simple Things You Can Do To Improve Your Chances Of Selling Your Home

27 December 2017
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There are so many people who are getting ready to sell their house and wonder if they will get out of it what they put into it, or even make some money. It seems like some houses sit on the market for months, while others sell within a matter of days. There are some factors that you might not be able to control, but for the most part you can increase the likelihood that you will sell your house by doing just a couple simple things.

1. Get Good Pictures Taken

One of the worst mistakes people make is not getting good enough pictures taken. You may have the most beautiful, spacious house, but if you don't show it well with the pictures, you won't sell it. People don't know what your house can be if you don't show it to them. This is why you have to make sure that you have lots of pictures, and that each picture does justice to the room. Usually this is done by hiring a professional photographer to do it; getting the right angle and lighting will be the difference between poor pictures and great pictures.

2. De-Clutter The Storage Areas

Second, you need to make sure that you are presenting the closets and storage areas correctly. Everyone knows to keep the main part of the house looking great. The family room, kitchen, and bedrooms are usually clean and presentable, but what they don't think about is the closets, pantries, and cabinets. If these areas of the house are bulging with things it will make it appear as though that house doesn't have enough storage room. It will make the house feel small. This is why it is best to de-clutter the closets and storage areas and only keep them about ¾ full.

3. Get Rid Of Signs Of Pets

If you have pets in the house you need to get rid of any sign that they reside there. There are many people that like pets, but there are equally as many people who think that pets are a deal breaker. Additionally, even people who love pets may not be excited about dealing with other people's pet's mess. This is why all sign that a pet is at the house should be removed during the showing.

By doing these simple things you can improve your chances of impressing buyers looking for properties for sale