After many years working as a real estate agent for Remax in Blauberberg, Cape Town. I realized that selling a house on a show day depends on one very important aspect. And this? Preparing home for the show.
A little time and energy can make a huge difference in selling a house on a show day or not.
Getting your home in the form of a tip not only sells your home, but also gives you a much better price. A few things you can do before the show day:
On the outside
Keep the lawn trimmed and trimmed.
Weed and growing flower beds.
Cut the bushes and destroy dead trees or branches.
Take any trash, toys and lawn equipment.
Eliminate any gaps and gates and, if necessary, give them a new coat of paint or stains.
Keep the exterior clean and attractive, the roof is in good condition, the gutters and drain pipes are in good condition.
Eliminate the exterior, driveway and sidewalk.
Replace any cracked windows and broken screens.
Make the entrance clean and attractive.
Make sure the doorbell is working.
Wash the mailbox and porch, swipe the patio.
Inside
Walls should be clean and free from stains, fingerprints and dents.
Consider a fresh coat of paint if a good wash does not work.
Inspect wood products and wallpaper for areas that need attention.
Arrange the furniture so that each room seems more spacious and attractive.
If a piece of furniture is badly worn, temporarily store it in your attic, basement or in your neighbor's house.
Wash windows and window sills until they are clean.
Curtains and curtains should be recently laundered.
Shampoos and carpets.
Floors must be waxed.
Repair free door handles, gluing doors and windows, and perverted kitchen drawers and cabinet doors.
Fix leaking taps and remove stains on sinks and countertops.
Tighten the loose railing of the stairs and make sure that there are no objects in the steps.
Lamps must be in good condition.
Replace discolored or cracked switching and discharge plates.
Clean the cabinets to show their capacity.
Make sure that the clothes are neatly suspended and that shoes and other items are neatly arranged.
Bathrooms should be clean without stains or mold.
Restore the seal in the baths and showers.
If necessary, replace the shower curtain and place fresh towels.
Bedrooms should look neat with attractive sprays and curtains.
Remove any obstructions (including wall posters) from children's rooms.
Use packing boxes to clean the basement, attic and garage.
The kitchen should be especially clean and the dishes cleaned.
Clean the fireplace from the ashes.
Make sure the garbage is always taken out.
Good advice: something freshly baked always makes your home more attractive during the show.
Selling your home at the best price requires a bit of effort, but a little effort can make a huge contribution to the price you get.
First impressions are very important!
