Clean Everything Thoroughly
Have you ever wondered why hotels are always so warm and welcoming? It’s because everything is cleaned regularly to appeal to customers daily. When cleaning your home, focus on making it as clean as a hotel. Dust, vacuum, mop, and wash everything—even the pets. Homebuyers will look inside closets and under sinks, so you must clean every nook and cranny. Get rid of carpet dents, chipped paint, and other negative features. After you’re done, ask a friend to assess your handiwork before you open your doors to buyers. Consider these house cleaning tips to get you started.
Declutter and Depersonalize Each Room
A junky home is a sign of a homeowner that doesn’t care about their home. It doesn’t require any money to declutter your home. Clutter is an eyesore and causes buyers not to focus on what’s important. It also makes a home appear small. Get rid of everything you don’t use or need. Don’t put it in the closet. Buyers love inspecting closets, and if yours are cluttered, they may deter a sale. Learn how to declutter your home room by room. After decluttering, pack your personal belongings like family photos and knickknacks. Buyers come to see your home, not your stuff. They will not be able to picture themselves in the space if all they see are your things. Remove yourself from the picture. If you have some paint, paint your kitchen cabinets or kitchen island a different color from the walls. This makes the cabinets or the island focal points. No room in your home should be completely white, because it will look plain, bland, and boring. Even if you live in the city, adding natural features is vital. Incorporate flowers and plants to every room to soften it. Decorate the front porch with a bucket filled with flowers. Show buyers how pleasant it will be to live in your home. Make your home smell heavenly during showings by burning cinnamon sticks, baking cookies, or brewing coffee. Remove sink odors by grinding a lemon in the garbage disposal. Do not use sprays to make your home smell better; it won’t.
