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When Showing Your Home
by Sameer
Panjwani
Here below are some of the reasons why buyers may be put off
when visiting your home.
1. Welcoming Entrance - First Impression
Matters
As has often been said, the first impression is the most
lasting. It is as important, if not more, for your house to look good from the
outside as it is to look from the inside. A prospective buyer wouldn’t be
too impressed with an unkempt yard, unpainted exteriors or a chipped off front
door. Get everything in order and in a position to show before putting your
house on the market.
2. Odors
Cigarettes, pets and whatever
else that may have your home smell in an unpleasant manner should be, at best,
avoided. Although, it doesn’t mean that you spray perfume all over. A
clean and fresh atmosphere is what is required.
3. Pets
Some buyers may not appreciate seeing pets at home. Some may be frightened or
some may be irritated. You wouldn’t want your pets to be the cause of
their distraction. Get your pets away while the buyers are there and let them
see your house with nothing coming in the way.
4. Dirty
Bathrooms
The heading says it all. You should know what needs to be
done.
5. Dark Rooms
Dark homes are a turnoff to most home
buyers. Install additional light fixtures, if required. Draw open the drapes
when the buyers come over. And do whatever it takes, to make your home seem
more bright and welcoming.
6. Damp Basements
Dampness or
damp smells in the basement may cause your buyer to think that the basement
leaks even if it doesn't truly leak. Fix any leaks, if at all and ensure that
whatever the source of the dampness, it be dealt with. It may be caused by
rainwater or the underground drains being blocked. Have it checked.
7. Don’t Hang Around for Showings
Leave the house during
showings or stay away from the buyers while they go through your home. They may
feel awkward about opening closet doors and taking a really good look at the
house if you move around with them all over the house.
Sameer S Panjwani is the CEO and Founder of
ChoiceOfHomes.com - A Real Estate Portal for Home Buying, Home Selling and Home
Renting. The website is a useful resource of Home Listings, Articles and
Information related to real estate.
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